We are Alive in Christ...
Equipping, encouraging, and serving others to grow the family of God in the one true faith.
Pastor Wixon, Justin, spent 15 years in the public school system teaching high school science and coaching softball and baseball.
Now he applies those same skills to ministry. As worship leader at Alive in Christ Church since 2019, he explains how the Gospel applies to our everyday lives and encourages service to one another in every day ways.
He and his wife Susan have 5 children, two college graduates that are both married, two in high school, and one in elementary school. As a family they are active in many sporting and church events.
2023-2024 Board of Directors/Elders
Pastor Justin Wixon
Family Bio: Married to my wife Susan for 19yrs
5 kids (From 26 to 9 years of age)
Hobbies/Interests: I love sports (playing, watching, coaching). I enjoy spending time with family and being outside.
Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 3:5 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding."
God's Word in my life: I am so thankful for the patience that God has, because I am a slow learner! Preaching His Word on Sunday always helps me to know more of His Truth, especially when I get distracted in mine. What a great joy it is to share His love with others.
Brendan Gallagher
Congregation President, Elder
Family Bio: Married 39 years
Hobbies/Interests:
I love to read historical fiction. history and biographies. I enjoy the outdoors. Hiking and skiing in the winter.
Favorite Bible Verse: Luke 12:22-26
"Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life........Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life....."
God's Word in my life: Jesus Christ saved me and I get to reaffirm that every Sunday worshipping with my fellow believers in Christ. Recharged. reenergized and renewed.
Mary Cook
Treasurer
Family Bio: Married to my husband William Cook since 1/1/2022.
4 Children (Ages 42 to 18) Shannon, Katie, Isabella, and Dakota
2 Grandchildren; Kelly and Shane
Hobbies/Interest:
I love spending time with my family. We will go to the dunes, camp or just being together. We ride motorcycles and travel on 2 wheels. I am looking forward to retiring soon and my husband and I will be traveling more together.
Favorite Bible 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.
God's Word in my life: I pray daily for family, my country, and friends. God has been there for me so many times even when I didn’t know it. I am so grateful to having the comfort and knowing I can always talk to God. Going to church helps keep me grounded and focused. Being a sinner, I need to be reminded, of all that God provides on a daily basis. I am blessed not stressed!Mary Cook
Treasurer
Family Bio: Married to my husband William Cook since 1/1/2022.
4 Children (Ages 42 to 18) Shannon, Katie, Isabella, and Dakota
2 Grandchildren; Kelly and Shane
Hobbies/Interest:
I love spending time with my family. We will go to the dunes, camp or just being together. We ride motorcycles and travel on 2 wheels. I am looking forward to retiring soon and my husband and I will be traveling more together.
Favorite Bible 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.
God's Word in my life: I pray daily for family, my country, and friends. God has been there for me so many times even when I didn’t know it. I am so grateful to having the comfort and knowing I can always talk to God. Going to church helps keep me grounded and focused. Being a sinner, I need to be reminded, of all that God provides on a daily basis. I am blessed not stressed!
Jill Boyll
Secretary
Family Bio: Mother of two children
Hobbies/Interests Hiking, kayaking, and spending time with family
Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 3:5 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding."
I say this daily as I drive and find myself getting upset with little things. Just trust in God and he will guide you.
God's Word in my life: Going to Church and knowing God keeps me grounded. I can easily slip into making life about me (and I have) but then when I focus on what really matters, it's not about me, it is about what God has done for me. This helps me deal with all the troubles in life from the little things to the big things. I know God has my back and I cannot ever repay him for what he has done for me. I am a sinner but the love he has for me is infinite and no one can ever take that away from me.
Mike Heppner
Elder
Family Bio:
Married 40 years; grandfather of two
Hobbies/Interests:
Previously motorcycle riding; more reading now; exploring world of amateur radio
Favorite Bible verse:
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus."
God's Word in my life:
Taking time to acknowledge God's constant involvement in my life brings a peace and comfort that is beyond explanation. You have to experience for yourself to better understand how God works all things for our eternal well-being.
Jonathan Schindler
Head Elder
Family Bio: Married for 19 years, Wife’s name Alma with 2 daughters Veronica and Keona
Hobbies/Interests Reading, Computers, spending time with my family and friends
Favorite Bible Verse Psalm 7:1, "Lord my God, I take refuge in you; save and deliver me from all who pursue me"
God's Word in my life The fellowship of fellow believers, and as time gets tough going to the word to get wisdom, peace and comfort.