This week is our annual IGNITE Series, a Spiritual Emphasis Week when we’re asking God to light a spiritual flame in each of us; one that will move us to know Him more fully, follow him more deeply, and reflect him more brightly.
Our guest speaker is Geoff Eckart, Lead Pastor at Daybreak Church in Grand Rapids. Geoff is also the Founder and CEO of Never the Same, a national youth ministry organization that aims to see new generations transformed in Christ through biblical discipleship and spiritual disciplines using theology, community, and technology.
Geoff was born and raised in Indianapolis, earned a Bachelor’s degree from Indiana Wesleyan University and a Master’s degree from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary.
He’s an adventurist, an amateur land sailer, mountain biker, marathon runner, kayaker, and he’s hiked the elusive Isle Royale National Park, bungee jumped in New Zealand and been skydiving.
In 2020, Geoff took a several hundred mile prayer walk on the Trail of Death from Indiana to Kansas.
He is married to Arianna and together they have three daughters.
This week is our annual IGNITE Series, a Spiritual Emphasis Week when we’re asking God to light a spiritual flame in each of us; one that will move us to know Him more fully, follow him more deeply, and reflect him more brightly.
Our guest speaker is Geoff Eckart, Lead Pastor at Daybreak Church in Grand Rapids. Geoff is also the Founder and CEO of Never the Same, a national youth ministry organization that aims to see new generations transformed in Christ through biblical discipleship and spiritual disciplines using theology, community, and technology.
Geoff was born and raised in Indianapolis, earned a Bachelor’s degree from Indiana Wesleyan University and a Master’s degree from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary.
He’s an adventurist, an amateur land sailer, mountain biker, marathon runner, kayaker, and he’s hiked the elusive Isle Royale National Park, bungee jumped in New Zealand and been skydiving.
In 2020, Geoff took a several hundred mile prayer walk on the Trail of Death from Indiana to Kansas.
He is married to Arianna and together they have three daughters.
Rev. Courtney Richards, a global missionary who has spent his life and ministry focused on mentoring young leaders in the church and training others to make disciples.
Courtney graduated from Bethel University with a degree in psychology; he also studied theology at Jamaica Theological Seminary. He received his Master’s in Psychology from Wheaton College. During the 90s, Courtney served at Bethel University as director of student life, associate dean of students, assistant professor of psychology and counselor.
He went on to serve at Jamaica Theological Seminary as head of the behavioral and social sciences department and senior lecturer in psychology, counseling and spiritual formation.
Courtney now serves as the founder and international director for RENEWED Ministries, an organization celebrating 25 years of global impact. RENEWED’s mission continues to focus on evangelism, mentoring and leadership training in the Caribbean and around the world, helping Christ followers to realize their full potential for the glory of God.
Jason Dickinson is the lead pastor of Granger Missionary Church. He received his calling into full-time ministry after spending 10 years in the automotive industry. Jason graduated with his Master of Divinity from Evangelical Theological Seminary.
Five years ago, Jason and his family moved from the suburbs of Philadelphia to revitalize a Missionary church here in Northern Indiana.
Jason is passionate about discipleship, deep theological thoughts and conversations, and enjoys reading anything written by an old, dead guy. A self-proclaimed tea connoisseur, Jason also enjoys playing soccer in his free time.
Jason has been married to his wife, Christine, for almost 22 years. Together, they have 6 children. Their oldest daughter, Caleigh is a freshman at Bethel this year.
President Barb Bellefeuille gives the opening message for Fall 2022 student chapel.
