My name is Amy! I graduated from Hope in 2021 and now work at Meijer in Digital Technology! I’ve been going to Pillar since about 2018. I previously worked with Pillar youth while I attended Hope. Being a part of students’ lives was always a highlight of my week, and I am pumped to bring new energy to youth group … Read More
Andrew Hemphill
My name is Andrew! By day I’m a Concept Engineer for DISHER. I can usually be found tinkering away at home, 3D printing, or riding my motorcycle. I love creating and building—whether it’s a new project in the shop or meaningful connections with students. I’m excited to help high schoolers build a foundation that lasts well beyond graduation.
Daniel Oyer
Hello! My name is Daniel, and I am super excited for the opportunity to be involved in the youth group this year. I am particularly looking forward to seeing the students grow in their faith. I am a civil engineer working in Byron Center, and in my free time I like to read and be outside.
Lazerick Smith
I’m Lazerick, a Hope College graduate, and a student in the Master’s in Biblical Studies program at Western Theological Seminary. I am a high school leader at Pillar because, in my own life, my four years of high school were in many ways more formative than my college years. I also aspire to teach Bible and coach in secondary education.
Jared Lowe
My name is Jared and I am excited to be back for my second year with Pillar Youth Ministries. I am originally from Cincinnati, Ohio and now live in Holland with my wife Liv. I am a physical therapist by trade, but have a heart for youth ministry. I was a Young Life leader in college, and love to continue … Read More
Andrea Trochuck
My name is Andrea. I grew up going to Pillar and my husband and I are part of the Pillar Warehouse community. I work for Holland Hospital as a nurse. I am so excited to help lead middle school youth group this year because I remember the huge impact my youth group leaders had on my life and in my … Read More
Anna Walta
Hi my name is Anna and I am a former Hope grad. After moving out to CO I came back to the Holland area to work as a nurse. This is my second year leading middle school youth group and I’m super excited to continue watching the students grow in their faith and authenticity week by week!
Nikki Meyaard
I’m from Holland and currently live in Zeeland with my husband and our dog, Sunday. I love my job as an interior designer for a local home builder. I’m excited to lead this year to help cultivate faith rooted friendships and study the book of John!
Jane Altevogt
My name is Jane! I am a recent Hope graduate turned working adult. I have been a member of the Pillar community for the past six years and serve on both the worship team and as a middle school leader. I have always had a huge heart for middle schoolers, as I remember being one herself, and I’m super stoked … Read More
Ethan McClure
Hi, my name is Ethan, I’m a student at Hope majoring in religion. Pouring into students, and helping them on their faith journey in whatever way I can is something that I find incredibly life giving, and I’m excited to get to do that at Pillar Youth Group this year!