Meet the Staff
If you need to contact pastors or church staff by email, please use our online form. We will make sure your request is directed to the appropriate person in a safe and timely manner. If you would like to schedule an appointment with a pastor please call the church office (372-1130). Our office hours are Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Pastors
Bryan Craddock, Associate Pastor
Bryan Craddock joined the staff in 1999 to provide leadership to Calvary's ministries to college students and single adults. In 2002, he moved into a newly created staff position for missions and evangelism. In 2005 he assumed the position of Associate Pastor. He is a graduate of both The Master's College and The Master's Seminary, having earned a Master of Divinity. Bryan and his wife, Shari, have three children: Matthew, Priscilla and Lydia. Bryan's favorite verse is 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, and in his free time, Bryan enjoys spending time with his family, playing the guitar and science fiction.
Steven Harrington, Youth Pastor
Steve Harrington joined the staff in 2000 to provide leadership for Calvary's growing youth ministries. Steve began his youth ministry involvement in 1991. Steve previously served as Youth Pastor at First Baptist Church of Wayne, MI. He earned his B.A. in Youth/Education from Cornerstone University. Steve and his wife, Tami, have three children: Bryan, Abigail and Tiffany. Steve’s hobbies include reading, spending time with his family, memorizing scripture, music, coffee roasting, racquetball and being around people. His favorite verse is 2 Corinthians 4:14-15.
Seth Kniep, Pastor of College & Singles
Seth Kniep joined the pastoral staff in January 2006. Seth has a Bachelor of Ministries degree from Andersonvile Theological Seminary and a Master of Divinity degree from The Master's Seminary. He is founder of Divide the Word Ministries and is the author of Loving God's Word: Seven Strategies for Slaying Bible Apathy. Seth and his wife, Kimberly, have four children: Audrey, Josiah, Elijah and Atalie. Seth's favorite verse is 2 Timothy 4:1-2 and he enjoys spending time with his family, reading, writing, running and playing chess.
Jeff Whitaker, Missions Pastor
Jeff Whitaker joined the staff in 2007 to provide leadership in mobilizing the membership of Calvary to declare God’s glory among all nations. Jeff served 26 years with SEND International in church planting in Taiwan and in mission leadership. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Western Michigan University and an Master of Arts in Missions from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. Jeff and his wife, Linda, have two sons: Ryan and Eric. Jeff’s hobbies include sailing, swimming and canoeing. One of his favorite passages of Scripture is Isaiah 6:1-8.
Ministry Staff
Jon Althoff, Worship Director
Jon Althoff joined the staff in 2002 as an intern and is now serving as the Worship Director. He has attended Calvary since 2000. He graduated with a B.A. in Music from Elmhurst College and from Western Michigan University with an M.M. in Saxophone Performance. He and his wife, Shea, have one daughter, Ella. Jon’s hobbies include songwriting, music recording and disc golf. His favorite verse is Colossians 3:16.
Dan Bowman, Adult Ministries Director
Dan Bowman started attending Calvary in 1994 and joined the staff in December 2006 to serve as the Adult Ministries Director. He went to Ohio State University and earned a BSME. He and his wife, Kathy, have three grown children: Ryan (Aimee), Phillip (Beth), and Megan (Derek) as well as six grandchildren. His favorite verse is Ephesians 2:10.
Zach DeYoung, Communications Director
Zach DeYoung attended Calvary while he was growing up and joined the staff in 2006 as Communications Director to provide direction in communication & design for the many ministries of the church. Zach graduated with a B.S. in Graphic Design from John Brown University and has worked as a designer for DaySpring Cards as well as a freelancer. Zach and his wife Katie have two daughters, Elise and Emerson. He enjoys art, music, coffee, Apple products and doing freelance graphic design. His favorite verse is Titus 2:11-14.
Mark Duncan, Vocal Music Director
Mark Duncan joined the staff in 2007 as the Vocal Music Director. He has attended Calvary since 1982. Mark graduated from Western Michigan University with a Bachelor of Music Education and a Masters in Business Administration. He and his wife, Sue, have two daughters: Mallory and Natalie. Mark enjoyes reading, traveling and playing golf in his spare time. His favorite verse is Psalm 66:2.
Dan Johnson, Executive Director
Dan Johnson has attended Calvary since 1983 and joined the staff in 2005 as the Executive Director. He and his wife, Beth, have four children: Stephanie, Nathan, Matthew, and Ashley. Dan went to Western Michigan University where he earned his B.S. and M.A. His life verse is Colossians 1:10. He enjoys basketball, reading and yard work.
Nancy Kneeland, College Ministry Assistant (part-time)
Nancy Kneeland started attending Calvary in 2000 and joined the staff in 2007 as the part-time College Ministry Assistant. She and her husband, John, have four grown children and four grandchildren. Nancy enjoys travel, camping, winter activities, growing in the Word, her grandchildren and meeting new people. Her favorite passage of Scripture is Psalm 121.
Deb Kruis, Children's Ministries Director (part-time)
Deb Kruis joined the staff part-time in 2006 as the Director of Children’s Ministries. She has attended Calvary since 1999. Deb graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a teaching certificate, a major in English, and a minor in business education. She and her husband, David have four children: Jamie (Josh), Dawn, Kelsey, and John. She enjoys traveling, reading, scrapbooking and baking. Her favorite verse is Jeremiah 29:11.
Anna Matecun, Office Manager
Anna Matecun joined the staff in 1999 as the Worship Assistant and now serves as the Office Manager. She first attended Calvary in 1966 through high school, and after college and some years living out of state, returned in 1995. She and her husband, Brian, have two children: Bethany and Ian. She enjoys golfing, cooking, doing word puzzles, music and spending time with her family. Her favorite verse is Matthew 5:16.
Bethany Matecun, Receptionist (part-time)
Bethany Matecun started attending Calvary in 1995 and joined the staff in 2007 as the part-time Receptionist. She attends Comstock High School and the Kalamazoo Area Mathematics and Science Center. Her family consists of her dad, Brian, her mom, Anna, and her little brother, Ian. She enjoys reading, anything involving music, golfing and spending time with her friends and family. Her favorite verse is John 8:36.
Emily Peck, Receptionist
Emily Peck has attended Calvary since 2001 and joined the staff in October of 2006 as the Receptionist/Administrative Assistant. She and her husband, Dustin, have a dog named Maslanka. She enjoys spending time with her friends and family, music, reading, playing games and watching football. Her favorite passage of Scripture is Lamentations 3:22-24.
Rachel Petersen, Campus Ministry Director
Rachel Petersen joined the staff in September 2006 as the Campus Ministry Coordinator. She is a graduate of Cedarville University with a major in Christian Education and a minor in Women’s Ministry. Rachel enjoys spending time with students, reading and cooking. Her favorite verse is Psalm 19:14.
Patti Quackenbush, Sunday School Coordinator (part-time)
Patti Quackenbush has attended Calvary since 2000 and joined the staff part-time in 2006 as the Sunday School Coordinator. She and her husband, Scott, have three children: Brandon, Tyler and Katelin. Patti’s hobbies include spending time with her family, going out to coffee, reading, scrapbooking and downhill skiing. Her favorite verse is Psalm 46:10.
Heather Schutz, CE Assistant
Heather came on staff in 2003 and works part-time as the Children’s Ministry Assistant. She has attended Calvary since 2001. She and her husband, Mike, have two boys: Ryan and Adam. Her favorite passage of Scripture is Psalm 46. She enjoys crocheting, photography, and spending time with her family.
Phil Schmidt, Financial & Accounting Manager (part-time)
Phil Schmidt joined the staff part-time in 2004 as the Finance & Accounting Manager. He has attended Calvary his entire life. He graduated from Western Michigan University with a BBA in Accounting. He and his wife, Carol, have two grown daughters: Karen (Troy) and Rebecca. Phil’s hobbies include golf and reading. His favorite passage from Scripture is Romans 8:38-39.
Mia Slager, Worship Coordinator
Mia Slager has attended Calvary since 1999 and joined the staff in 2007 as the Worship Coordinator. Mia graduated from Western Michigan University with a B.F.A. in Music Theatre Performance and an M.F.A. in Performing Arts Administration. She and her husband, Josh, have two cats: Big Kitty and Little Kitty. In her free time Mia enjoys watching movies and scrapbooking. Her favorite verse is Philippians 4:13.
Jeremy Willetts, Middle School Director
Jeremy Willetts joined the staff in 2006 as the Middle School Director, shortly after he graduated from Cedarville University with a Pre-Seminary & Bible Degree. He and his wife, Kelly, have one son, Jackson. Jeremy loves sports of all kinds, collecting old video games and spending time with his family. His favorite passage of Scripture is John 3:16-18.
Amy Wolff, Missions Assistant (part-time)
Amy Wolff joined the staff in 2006 as the part-time Missions Assistant. She has attended Calvary since 2001. Amy graduated from Michigan State University in 1985 with a BA in Communications and from Western Michigan University in 1990 with a Masters in Business Administration. Her husband’s name is Matt. Her hobbies include running, mountain biking, reading, discipling women, evangelizing and making cards. Her favorite verse is John 14:6.
Leadership Board
Elders
Kevin Beaty
Dan Bowman
Tom Bultman
Dan Fain, Vice-Chairman
Steve Edwards
Dan Johnson
Tim Johnson
George Malley
Keith Robinson, Chairman
Dave Scheffers
Ron Schuring
Phil Smith
Ron Warner
Blaine Williams
*Pastors also serve as Elders
Deacons
Jim Ahle
Joel Born
Fred Crookston
Mike Czuk
Jim Ellinger
David Foster
Eric Janssen
Jim Kerwin
Dave Kruis, Treasurer
Brian Matecun
Mike Matteson
Cliff Muller
Greg Reynhout, Financial Secretary
Troy Vaughn
Jerry Whitaker