PASTOR VAN RATHBUN

JORDAN BLOK

ASHLEY KNAPP

Specialized Transitional Pastor

Director of Youth Ministries

Office Manager

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Van Rathbun
Specialized Transitional Pastor
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​Van joins the FRC staff as a specialized transitional/interim pastor. This role is new to FRC but is Van’s fourth site for transitional work. His venture into this role came on the heels of 35 years of experience in pastoral leadership in Michigan, Wisconsin and Iowa. A variety of ministry experiences and having lead churches through different seasons of ministry prepared him to partner with churches in transition to help navigate the spiritual and emotional impact of change with intentionality, courage and grace.

Van and his wife Terry have been married for over 40 years. Terry works as a Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist in hospitals and clinics. She currently shares time as a float tech in 3 different NW hospital/clinic facilities. They have seven children, two of which are married, one grandchild and two more on the way, a dog Mille, and 4 grand-dogs. They enjoy traveling and long walks.

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Jordan Blok
Director of Youth Ministries

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Ashley Knapp
Office Manager

At FRC, Ashley Knapp handles a range of duties, including managing communication, marketing, event management, and administrative duties. She's enjoyed getting to know the church's members, and believes that by taking care of the church's daily operations, members and visitors can focus on their relationship with Jesus Christ.

Ashley joined FRC as a member with her husband Jeff in 2018. They have two daughters, Olivia and Thea, and although her hobbies are limited with two young children, Ashley enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and cooking or baking.

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LYLE KROON

Special Music Director

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Lyle Kroon
Special Music Director
Lyle Kroon is the longest member of FRC's staff as he joined in July 1976.  Lyle is frequently seen on Sunday mornings playing the piano with the worship team and leading the men's chorus, women's chorus, adult choir and hand bell choir.  If you take a glance at Lyle, you might be able to figure out what he is busy with especially in November and December.  Yes, Lyle is the Sioux Falls Santa.  Lyle enjoys needlework and leading groups to go down and serve  orphanages in Jamaica. 

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PAM SADLER

Music Director

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Pam Sadler
Music Director
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Pam was born in South Carolina into an Air Force family. She graduated from High School in Rapid City, and then attended the University of Sioux Falls where she graduated with a BA in Religious Studies and a minor in Music.
 
Pam’s ministry in music began as a teen in her home church and throughout her years in college. She devoted 33 years to serving the Lord through music, working alongside her late husband, a minister who passed away in 2018.
 
Pam met Doug Sadler via Match.com, and they were married in 2023. Together, they have 5 adult children, 10 grandchildren, and one fur-baby, “Rusty”.
 
Pam enjoys spending time with her best friend/husband doing a variety of activities, such as Pickleball, hiking, and playing with the grandchildren. She also enjoys reading and quilting.

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JENNIFER PETERSON

Director of Children's Ministry

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Jenn Peterson
Director of Children's Ministry

Jenn Peterson has been an integral part of the FRC family since the summer of 2020 when she took on the role of Children's Ministry Director. Her dedication and passion for nurturing young hearts have created a vibrant and welcoming environment for our youngest members.
Jenn's journey at FRC began in 2016 when she stepped into the shoes of VBS Director. Since then, she has orchestrated memorable Vacation Bible School experiences that have left a lasting impact on our children.
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In addition to her vital role within the church, Jenn is a devoted wife and a loving mother to two wonderful children. Outside of her church commitments, she is a full-time teacher, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to the education and development of young minds.

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