Ministry Partners Christmas
Casey & Kendra Culver - Central Europe
(Anna & JD)
Both Casey and Kendra enjoy anything outdoors, especially skiing and hiking. Casey is a big University of Michigan fan and is learning more about family genealogy. Kendra loves ethnic food and playing her viola. Anna (8) is creative, loves to draw, play the piano, and build princess castle Legos. JD (6) plays soccer and is big into trains, waterfalls, and Legos.
Gifts: dinner date and family movie tickets, tennis shoes, Lego sets, and books
Courtney Dunn - Eastern Europe
Courtney loves being with people, and if a cup of coffee is involved, that’s even better. In her free time she enjoys running and baking. Some of her other favorites include tacos, cinnamon rolls, and Indiana sports teams, particularly the Colts and Pacers.
Gift: running shoes
Chris & Wendy England - Croatia
(Abby)
Chris finds relaxation by woodworking, running, and researching genealogy. Wendy loves reading, scrapbooking, and putting together puzzles. They both enjoy cheering on the Denver Broncos and loving on their grandson, Oliver, from afar. Abby (18) is a senior in Croatian high school, which means Chris and Wendy will soon be empty nesters.
Gifts: woodworking tools, set of dishes and cookware, bluetooth speaker, money to furnish Abby’s college dorm room next year
Nick & Jena Fast - Milwaukee, WI
(Aubrey, Titus, and Avery Grace)
Nick and Jena serve with Athletes in Action at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee. Nick loves hunting, hockey, and cheering on the Minnesota Vikings. Jena recharges by having coffee with friends, finding inspiration at TJ Maxx, and cross-country skiing. Aubery (14) enjoys playing volleyball and nail art. Titus (11) is passionate about hunting, fishing, and being goalie for his hockey team. Avery Grace (9) loves people by giving gifts and writing notes of encouragement. She enjoys basketball and any cute animal.
Gift: family ski trip to Christie Mountain in Bruce, WI
Sean & Neissa Gallahar - Croatia
(Chase and Genevieve)
Sean serves as the pastor of Coastline International Church of Split in Croatia. Sean and Neissa start their days together with coffee and backgammon. Sean enjoys snorkeling, golfing, and reading mysteries. Neissa thrives on adventure through hiking and snorkeling, but her favorite pastime is dreaming (generating ideas that may or may not leave the page). Chase (10) loves playing baseball with his friends and building Star Wars Legos. Genevieve (8) enjoys baking, playing with her friends, and snuggling with mom on the couch.
Gifts: hammock tent, travel clothes steamer, baseball gear, bicycle, and electric toothbrushes
Carly - Bosnia
Carly relaxes by reading books in her down time and working outside in the garden and greenhouse. She loves to eat a variety of food from different cultures and especially enjoys a warm cup of coffee in the morning with the LORD.
Gifts: a one-night spiritual retreat in the mountains (cabin and meals), tickets for a ski day with a friend
Jason & Micah Lombardi - Eastern Europe
(Abigail and Malachi)
Jason and Micah love exploring, hiking, and mountain climbing. Jason is an avid fan of the outdoors and was only inside to sleep when he was growing up. Micah is energized by the sun and could sit on the beach for hours. Abigail (6) is in gymnastics and enjoys plants, bugs, and building with Magna-Tiles. Malachi (4) plays soccer, builds Legos, and loves anything sweet.
Gifts: mountain climbing kit, hiking backpack, bug catching kit, and skateboard
Stacia Niver - Eastern Europe
Now that Stacia has finished her graduate studies, she enjoys reading for pleasure. Her favorite genres are suspense, crime fiction, and devotional poetry. She loves baking and cooking, especially pasta dishes. On Sundays she tries to relax with a craft project, such as latch hook, sketching or painting.
Gift: Amazon gift card for her extensive “Wish List” books
Collette Nybakken - Cambodia
Collette loves coffee, especially Starbucks pumpkin spice lattes, playing games with friends, listening to a good podcast, and spending time at the beach. She enjoys all types of food (from Greek to Indian to Cambodian), but the way to her heart is through mac ‘n cheese with bacon.
Gift: spa day
Kerry Pickard - Russia
Kerry fills her time with all kinds of music (especially Christmas), reading mysteries and biographies, and taking care of her two cats. She is an avid wood worker and enjoys using her chainsaw to help care for her friend’s large garden plot.
Gifts: annual subscription to Apple Music +TV and handheld router for woodworking
Kent & Cheri Pickslay - Croatia
Kent and Cheri have served in Croatia for 32 years. They both enjoy talking with people over cups of coffee or tea, and discipleship is their passion. Kent is an avid kite surfer and Cheri is a published children’s author. They are looking forward to spending time with their adult children and spouses, and loving on their two grandsons and grandbaby #3 (arriving in November).
Gift: tickets to a Phil Wickham concert
(Anna & JD)
Both Casey and Kendra enjoy anything outdoors, especially skiing and hiking. Casey is a big University of Michigan fan and is learning more about family genealogy. Kendra loves ethnic food and playing her viola. Anna (8) is creative, loves to draw, play the piano, and build princess castle Legos. JD (6) plays soccer and is big into trains, waterfalls, and Legos.
Gifts: dinner date and family movie tickets, tennis shoes, Lego sets, and books
Courtney Dunn - Eastern Europe
Courtney loves being with people, and if a cup of coffee is involved, that’s even better. In her free time she enjoys running and baking. Some of her other favorites include tacos, cinnamon rolls, and Indiana sports teams, particularly the Colts and Pacers.
Gift: running shoes
Chris & Wendy England - Croatia
(Abby)
Chris finds relaxation by woodworking, running, and researching genealogy. Wendy loves reading, scrapbooking, and putting together puzzles. They both enjoy cheering on the Denver Broncos and loving on their grandson, Oliver, from afar. Abby (18) is a senior in Croatian high school, which means Chris and Wendy will soon be empty nesters.
Gifts: woodworking tools, set of dishes and cookware, bluetooth speaker, money to furnish Abby’s college dorm room next year
Nick & Jena Fast - Milwaukee, WI
(Aubrey, Titus, and Avery Grace)
Nick and Jena serve with Athletes in Action at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee. Nick loves hunting, hockey, and cheering on the Minnesota Vikings. Jena recharges by having coffee with friends, finding inspiration at TJ Maxx, and cross-country skiing. Aubery (14) enjoys playing volleyball and nail art. Titus (11) is passionate about hunting, fishing, and being goalie for his hockey team. Avery Grace (9) loves people by giving gifts and writing notes of encouragement. She enjoys basketball and any cute animal.
Gift: family ski trip to Christie Mountain in Bruce, WI
Sean & Neissa Gallahar - Croatia
(Chase and Genevieve)
Sean serves as the pastor of Coastline International Church of Split in Croatia. Sean and Neissa start their days together with coffee and backgammon. Sean enjoys snorkeling, golfing, and reading mysteries. Neissa thrives on adventure through hiking and snorkeling, but her favorite pastime is dreaming (generating ideas that may or may not leave the page). Chase (10) loves playing baseball with his friends and building Star Wars Legos. Genevieve (8) enjoys baking, playing with her friends, and snuggling with mom on the couch.
Gifts: hammock tent, travel clothes steamer, baseball gear, bicycle, and electric toothbrushes
Carly - Bosnia
Carly relaxes by reading books in her down time and working outside in the garden and greenhouse. She loves to eat a variety of food from different cultures and especially enjoys a warm cup of coffee in the morning with the LORD.
Gifts: a one-night spiritual retreat in the mountains (cabin and meals), tickets for a ski day with a friend
Jason & Micah Lombardi - Eastern Europe
(Abigail and Malachi)
Jason and Micah love exploring, hiking, and mountain climbing. Jason is an avid fan of the outdoors and was only inside to sleep when he was growing up. Micah is energized by the sun and could sit on the beach for hours. Abigail (6) is in gymnastics and enjoys plants, bugs, and building with Magna-Tiles. Malachi (4) plays soccer, builds Legos, and loves anything sweet.
Gifts: mountain climbing kit, hiking backpack, bug catching kit, and skateboard
Stacia Niver - Eastern Europe
Now that Stacia has finished her graduate studies, she enjoys reading for pleasure. Her favorite genres are suspense, crime fiction, and devotional poetry. She loves baking and cooking, especially pasta dishes. On Sundays she tries to relax with a craft project, such as latch hook, sketching or painting.
Gift: Amazon gift card for her extensive “Wish List” books
Collette Nybakken - Cambodia
Collette loves coffee, especially Starbucks pumpkin spice lattes, playing games with friends, listening to a good podcast, and spending time at the beach. She enjoys all types of food (from Greek to Indian to Cambodian), but the way to her heart is through mac ‘n cheese with bacon.
Gift: spa day
Kerry Pickard - Russia
Kerry fills her time with all kinds of music (especially Christmas), reading mysteries and biographies, and taking care of her two cats. She is an avid wood worker and enjoys using her chainsaw to help care for her friend’s large garden plot.
Gifts: annual subscription to Apple Music +TV and handheld router for woodworking
Kent & Cheri Pickslay - Croatia
Kent and Cheri have served in Croatia for 32 years. They both enjoy talking with people over cups of coffee or tea, and discipleship is their passion. Kent is an avid kite surfer and Cheri is a published children’s author. They are looking forward to spending time with their adult children and spouses, and loving on their two grandsons and grandbaby #3 (arriving in November).
Gift: tickets to a Phil Wickham concert