Staff

Gull Lake Ministries' staff is a group of people with a love for Jesus and a heart for ministry. We recognize that real service isn't about mints on your pillow or how many adrenaline-surging activities we offer. It's about meeting the real needs of our guests without any strings attached—simply selfless acts of kindness. Because Jesus is our model, we want to demonstrate our love for Him in the little opportunities that occur every day. If there's a need, we want to meet it. We know that we look most like Christ when we are serving others. Our passion is to joyfully serve you in all we do!

Our Board of Directors

  • Jim DeKruyter
  • John DeKruyter
  • Jim Gordon
  • Paul Klobucher
  • Tom Klobucher
  • Ron Kopicko
  • Gary Moore
  • Neil Nyberg
  • Carlyn Roth
  • Max Smith
  • Brett Walcutt
  • Daniel Wallace
  • Joyce Williams
  • Dan VanderMeulen

Paul D. Gordon, 1923-2008, was our beloved Board Chairman for over 40 years. Find out more about this man who lived out his faith.

Meet Our Leadership Team

  • Image of Daniel WallaceDaniel Wallace
    Executive Director
  • Image of Matt PalellaMatt Palella
    Ministries Director
  • Image of Julie WheatonJulie Wheaton 
    Guest Services Manager
  • Image of Terri MaxsonTerri Maxson
    Housekeeping Supervisor
  • Image of Jen JohnsonJen Johnson
    Marketing Coordinator
  • Image of Bethany JenkinsBethany Jenkins
    Executive Assistant
  • Image of Tammi HornTammi Horn
    Accountant
  • Melissa FailingMelissa Failing
    Guest Relations Coordinator
  • Image of Keith MillerKeith Miller
    Facilities Director
  • Image of Liz BergmanLiz Bergman
    Executive Chef
  • Image of Kim WilkesKim Wilkes
    Retreat Sales Manager
  • Image of Matthew CableMatthew Cable
    Programming Director

Summer Staff

Each year the GLM hiring committee packs its bags and travels the recruiting trail to find college students who love Jesus and want to serve you and your children during your week of family camp. Our staff selection process is intense and, if selected, staff members receive over 40 hours of training, preparing them to give you the most exceptional experience possible. These spiritually mature college students stand out among their peers; they model character, respect, and modesty, and they want to get to know you and your kids!