Pastor Brian and Shelly Gobar
Senior Pastor
Email: pastorbrian.gobar@greatjoy.org & shelly.gobar@greatjoy.org
Pastor Brian and his wife, Shelly, have pastored Joy Christian Center since its beginning on July 14, 1991. They are originally from St. Cloud and have been blessed with three adult children and three grandchildren.
What is your favorite verse?
1 John 4:4 (NKJV) You are of God, little children, and have overcome them, because He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.
What are some of your hobbies?
Almost anything with a ball, especially basketball, softball and racquetball. I’m scuba certified and have a geek hobby of metal detecting. (And no I haven’t found your ring…yet!)
What is your favorite movie?
I have three that I will watch anytime they’re on: Braveheart, Saving Private Ryan and A League of Their Own.
Shelly
Besides God and the Bible, what is something you couldn’t live without?
My family
What is the last book you read?
Sarai by Jill Eileen Smith
What is your favorite verse?
Ephesians 3:20 – God is doing exceedingly, abundantly, above all that I ask or think, according to the power that works in me
Pastor Tim and Teresa Lambert
Associate Pastor
Email: pastortim.lambert@greatjoy.org
Who or what inspires you?
A great book, a powerful song, a godly testimony and the smile of a child
What is your favorite book or the last book you read?
Currently reading – The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth by John Maxwell
What is your favorite verse?
John 3:16; the first verse I ever learned. “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.”
Teresa
What are you currently learning about God?
Revival, Holy Spirit outpouring and His gifts
What is your favorite movie?
It’s a Wonderful Life is such a heartwarming movie to show how important each person is in God’s plan.
What is your favorite food?
Mexican and chocolate (of course!)
Pastor John and Michelle Jose
Administrative Pastor
Email: pastorjohn.jose@greatjoy.org & michelle.jose@greatjoy.org
What is your favorite book or the last book you read?
Killing Lincoln by Bill O’Reilly. I love history, which I despised when I was younger.
Besides God and the Bible, what is something you couldn’t live without?
My sister Tina
What is your favorite verse?
Romans 5:1 “Therefore, being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Michelle
What are some of your hobbies?
Creative cooking, graphic design, taking photographs and fishing!
What is your favorite verse?
Philippians 4:13 “I can do all thing through Christ who strengthens me.”
What is your favorite food?
Any and all seafood
Pastor Tommy and Angela Getlinger
Student Ministries Pastor
Email: pastortommy.getlinger@greatjoy.org
What are some of your hobbies?
I collect things . . . not like a hoarder. I have an extensive collection of Ferrari memorabilia. I have had a passion for Ferrari stuff since I was a kid. I still have my first ever Ferrari Hot Wheels and hope that someday I’ll have a real one of my own.
Who or what inspires you?
Kevin Plank. Kevin is the founder of Under Armour. His story about creating this company from the basement of his grandmother’s home is simply incredible. It’s living proof that this world still has room for creative, entrepreneurial people to make a difference in a market that has been dominated by others for decades.
What is your favorite food?
Anything my wife makes. When it comes to eternity, I’d like to eat her food forever. The problem is I don’t think she will want to cook in eternity. I wouldn’t either.
Angela
Besides God and the Bible, what is something you couldn’t live without?
My family, friends and dancing
Who or what inspires you?
My mom
What is your favorite verse?
Jeremiah 29:11 “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’”
Pastor Steph and Andrew Messner
Joy Kids Pastor
Email: stephanie.messner@greatjoy.org
I watch a lot of movies but my absolute favorites are The Goonies, and Simon Birch
Besides God and the Bible, what is something you couldn’t live without?
My Family, Friends, Laughter, Witty humor, and Starbucks
What is your favorite verse?
Psalm 89:1 “I will sing of the Lord’s great love forever; with my mouth I will make Your faithfulness known through all generations.”
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Paula FlemingGrowth Track CoordinatorEmail: paula.fleming@greatjoy.org
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What is your favorite movie?
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Lisa HarrenJoy Connector/ReceptionistEmail: lisa.harren@greatjoy.org
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What is your favorite verse?
Luke 10:27(NIV) He answered, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’[a]; and, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” Besides God and the Bible, what is something you couldn’t live without? What are some of your hobbies? |
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Brad MessnerFinancial AdministratorEmail: brad.messner@greatjoy.org
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SusanGraphic DesignEmail: susan.schoenfeldt@greatjoy.org
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Besides God and the Bible, what is something you couldn’t live without?
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