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They may look like they can't even take care of themselves, but don't worry, they shower at least once a month whether they need it or not. |
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Sam Meredith
Pastor of Student Ministries |
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Favorite Verse:
Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart. |
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Annie Luttropp
Student Ministries Assistant
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I was born in Tacoma, Washington. My parents live in CdA but my sister and her family live in Olympia. I went to high school in Tacoma, then played softball at Bradley University in Illinois and graduated with a degree in history. During my freshman year, I understood the gospel at an InterVarsity Christian Fellowship conference. The Lord used His love to draw me to saving knowledge and ever since I've tried to dedicate my life to following Jesus. I currently work at Coeur d'Alene Bible Church as the Student Ministries Assistant.
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Favorite Verse:
Psalm 27:4 One thing I ask of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple. |
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Brad Shaw
Student Ministries and CHS Liason
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Hi, my name is Bradley James Shaw and I was born in Spokane Washington, in the big blue Hospital. I was born to Dallas and Dianne Shaw and have three sisters, Amy, Heidi, Anna and a brother in-law Sean. I was home schooled up until high school. During high school I attended Post Falls Christian Academy. I have two years of study at North Idaho College and one year of Bible school at Bodenseehof in Germany. My work history has varied from construction work and maintenance work, to wildland firefighting. I grew up in a Christian home and my parents lead me to Christ at a young age. My life has been filled with religious activities that filled me with a head knowledge of Christ. After I graduated high school I began to make Christ my own. It was no longer my parents religion, but my relationship with Christ. I am praying and waiting for the Lord to work in my life, happy to be where ever he would have me.
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Favorite Verse:
Romans 1:16 For I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God, unto salvation, for everyone who believes. |
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Natalie Johnsen
Youth Staff |
| I was born in Hayden, Idaho to Mark and Louise Johnsen. I have four sisters named Vicki, Marilee, Charity, and Bethany. I was homeschooled through high school and was saved as a Christian at the age of 5. I walked away from Christ when I was 17 years old, but realized that my life was not the same without Him. So I have been serving the Lord ever since then. I currently work for my Dad as a driver at Mjs Painting. |
Favorite Verse:
Psalm 23 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake....
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Tony Norris
Youth Staff |
Life began in the small town of Tacoma, Washington in 1972. I lived with my parents and an older sister until I decided to get married at a young age of 25. My wife’s name is Stacy and we have 2 boys, Chase and Connor. BJ, a Black Lab Golden Retriever, and Deeka, a German Sheppard Black Lab, are our two dogs.
My parents still go to the church that I grew up in, Our Saviors Baptist in Federal Way, WA. It was at Our Saviors that I accepted Christ in to my heart at the age of 5 during Whirlybirds, (Basically a program like Awana but we wore beanies rather than vests). I continued my growth through Missions Trips and Youth Group. My favorite book in the bible is James. It continues to inspire me even today.
I went to Federal Way High School and graduated in 1991. I have a BS in Marketing from Seattle Pacific University (’95) and a Masters in Business Administration with an Emphasis in Leadership from George Fox University.
I am currently the President of HN Research which is a Market Research firm that helps restaurants and retail stores with their customer service.
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Favorite Verse:
James 1:2-3 Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. |
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Sam McPoland
Youth Staff and Worship
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I was born in Coeur d'Alene and have three brothers. I grew up in a Christian home which I took for granted. But one night I could not sleep because I realized if I died I would spend an eternity in hell. I agreed with God that I am a sinner and need Jesus who is the Savior. After I was homeschooled, I attended Moody Bible Institute in Spokane. I then attented NIC for a machine technology degree. Right now I work as a prototype machinist with my brother Stephen, in Spokane. |
Favorite Verse:
Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.
Favorite Passage:
John 15:15-17 I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master's business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you. You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit—fruit that will last. Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in my name. This is my command: Love each other. |
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Kristy Smyth
Youth Staff |
| I was born in Longwood, Florida. My parents are Russell and Karyn Smyth and my siblings are twins Ryan and Melissa. I was homeschooled through middle school and high school. I have spent six wonderful semesters at NIC. Being raised in a Christian home, I have known God my entire life. It wasn't until high school however that I realized how much I am in need of His grace. Ever since then I have been letting God be number one in my life. I currently work at Starbucks as a phenomenal barista. |
Favorite Verse:
Romans 12:1-2
Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship. Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
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Sean Kacalek
Youth Staff |
Sean was born in Beaverton, Oregon. As a strapping young lad he grew up with a brother, Brad, and a sister, Alyssa. Sean married lassie Heidi Shaw in 2009, and they love to take long walks together on the beach. At Lake City High School, Sean decided to start a Bible study with his friend one year. He was not living a life with God but the Bible study gave him time to read and discover the truth of the Gospel message. Sean found the Lord and understood Jesus as his savior through that Bible study. He went on to graduate and go to NIC for 3 years. Now Sean sells insurance and teaches drum lessons. What a guy!
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Favorite Verse:
Matthew 6:34 Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. |
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Diana Buck
Youth Staff |
I was born in Caldwell, Idaho. My sister Monica and my brother Aaron are both married. I also have three other sisters, Shannon, Ashely, and Amy. Born and raised in a Christian home, my family always emphasized the importance of being saved and living for Christ. At the age of six I came to know the Lord as Savior and have been striving to become more like Christ ever since. I was homeschooled up to my sophomore year then went on to and graduate from Caldwell High School. She is currently a student at NIC, and works at Starbucks..
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Favorite Verse:
Romans 8:38-39
For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. |
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Jillian Pleger
Youth Staff |
I was born in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, on the second floor of KMC. I have a brother and a sister and I am the proud aunt of my brother's son, and my sister's daugter. I graduated from North Idaho Christian School and went to Bodenseehof Bible College in Friedrichshafen, Germany. Jesus saved me by his grace and I continue to know what that means as life goes on. I am a Legal Assistant for two independent attorneys in Coeur d'Alene.
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Favorite Verse:
Hebrews 11:6 And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. |
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Heidi Kacalek
Youth Staff |
I was born in Spokane, Wa, but I have lived here in the CdA area my whole life. My husband is Sean who also is on youth staff. I have an older sister, Amy, and a younger sister, Anna, and a brother named Brad. I was home schooled until 4th grade and graduated from Post Falls Christian Academy. I grew up in a Christian home where my parents taught us about God from a young age. I became a Christian when I was about 5 years old, but I know now it was because I was afraid of Hell. I didn't understand the concept of letting Jesus lead my life. All through high school He was with me. Guiding me when I made idiot mistakes, even when I made them over and over again.
I attended Bible School after graduating from high school and that is where the Lord really showed me His need for HIm, fully and completely. I connected with God in a way I never had before. I believe it was because I did not have the distractions I did at home. When I arrived back home I was a changed person but the Lord still has word to do with me. When I met Sean, his relationship with the Lord inspired me. It was real, deep, and trusting. It was from that inspiration that my love of the Lord grew. I began reading my Bible and just talking with the Lord on a more personal level. It is an ongoing process to follow the Lord and I have learned that when you stop communicating with Him even for a day you can loose so much. Just like any other relationship.
Currently, I work as an AmeriCorp member. AmeriCorp is a service program designed to make us aware of our community's needs and make an effort to fulfill them. My "host" site is Bryan Elementary where I hang out with kids in a before and after school program and tutor K-3 grades during school hours. I also do service projects throughout the year to benefit the community.
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Favorite Verse:
Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding, in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will keep your paths straight. |
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