Our Team

Pastor Lori

TALK TO ME ABOUT

Your favorite things, your strengths, and what gets you really excited. I love to see how God created us differently and then encourage each person to find a way to use those gifts and strengths in the church or community to serve God. I firmly believe that we are all better together so when we each figure out what we are really good at doing and we do it, not only will we find excitement and confidence, but everyone around us benefits.

MY FAMILY

My husband, Dan, and I have three children: Mitch, Nick, (and his wife, Lexi and daughter, Paige), and Colby. All three of our kids have grown up to be young adults with their own sense of adventure. We set that example by taking them camping in our motorhome to quite a few different places in the United States and Canada over the years. Probably one of the biggest memory makers for our family was the month that we drove the camper to Haynes, Alaska and floated our camper back home on the Alaskan Ferry to Bellingham, Washington.

WHERE I'M FROM

I grew up on a farm ten miles outside of Henry, Illinois. I went to school in Henry and we went to church in Lacon, which was our biggest school rival. That made for lots of interesting conversations, competitions, and ball games, but I think it made me realize the importance of learning how to get to know people and not just assume what others tell you. When Dan and I married we moved to Daytona Beach, Florida for 8 years until I decided that I missed being around family and have 4 different seasons. We have lived in Illinois ever since.

WHEN I'M NOT AT LEROY FIRST

I am probably reading a book, baking a new gluten free recipe or riding my motorcycle with Dan.

Secretary - Jeri

TALK TO ME ABOUT

How I can help you. If I don't have an answer, I can usually figure out how to get you one.

MY FAMILY

I have several cousins and a couple of nephews in the Peoria area. I have wonderful friends and church family. And I have the best neighbors in the world. Everyone should be so blessed.

WHERE I'M FROM

I grew up in San Jose Illinois and I currently live in Heyworth. I have always lived in Cental Illinois. I can't seem to escape the gravitational pull of Route 136. :)

WHEN I'M NOT AT LEROY FIRST

You can find me at Heyworth United Methodist Church. I head up the monthly ROMEO (Retired Old Methodists Enjoying Outings) lunches. I have lived in Heyworth the last twenty years. On Monday nights you can find me at the Heyworth Fire Department working as their Office Manager. I love to play in the kitchen and share the results. I also love animals and kids so when you see me you need to come prepared with pictures.