PASTORS & STAFF

Pastor John has been serving as our Associate Pastor for the past 4 years here at HTCF.  They moved here in 2022 from Soldotna, AK where Pastor John was the Senior Pastor for over 27 years.  Prior to that he was Senior Pastor in Ft. Collins, CO for 15 years.   His wonderful wife Renee has a degree in music education and we are blessed to have her lead our worship team each week.  They have 3 children and 9 grandchildren.  We look forward to their leadership!

John & Lois have been in Happy Trails for 5 years.  John has ministered as lead pastor in Iowa and South Dakota for over 40 years, and written daily devotionals and radio programs.  He also served in leadership at Teen Challenge and as Chaplain at St. Mary’s Hospital in Pierre, SD.
They have 2 Children, 7 grandchildren and
8 great-grandchildren

Betty Hall is the Director and has a bachelors degree in music education with an emphasis in voice. Her internship led her to classroom instruction for K-12 for over 35 years.   She then received her masters degree  in administration and supervision.    She served at Palm Vista Baptist Church for 18 years as a Choir Director.  She's been here at HTCF since fall of 2016.

Marcia has worked with HTCF for six years.  She previously worked as a Business Manager and in HR for over 30 years.   After retirement, she and Preston did volunteer work across the country with SOWERS for eight before coming to Happy Trails. 

Starting 10/5, welcome!
Jeremy has a long career in media, including production of commercials and livestreaming events.  His company helped with the Country Music Awards and other large venues throughout the years.    Jeremy has extensive knowledge in IT and AI.  He also plays the drums and guitar.

Catherine has graduated with honors from Huntington College with a degree in Production.  She has worked on the set of  "The Chosen" and works with us part-time.