Amy Aeronauts
Amy is the Assistant Director at LPC of Allegan and
has been married to her husband Joe for 27 years and they have 3 children.
There children are living in Colorado and attending GVSU. Amy shares her story and why she has a
passion for LPC.
“ I was a pregnant
teenager. It is not a part of my story that I’m proud of but it is part of my
story. I had an amazing family and
support system. I always knew in my heart there
was a better path then the one I chose.
When I discovered LPC I realized they were telling girls the exact thing
that I needed to hear when I was a teen!
I am doing this ride for the girls who need this support and are living
a hard life every day. I am riding for the young guys and girls that have hard
choices to make!"
Shelley Hollar
Shelley came to LPC in 2007
as a volunteer and has served in a few different positions in the ministry
before becoming the Holland Center Director. “I am reminded daily of the pain
and hurt others live in and am blessed to be a part of the hope we offer.” Shelley and her husband Terry enjoy
worshipping and serving at Hope Reformed Church in Grand Haven. They both enjoy music, and anything in the
great outdoors! However on a quiet day you many find Shelley in her sewing room
whipping up something new. They have 2 children and 5 grandchildren that bring
great joy to their lives.
“I am blessed to be a part of the Ride4Life
2013.
Sherry Hoppen
Sherry is the Administrative
Assistant at LPC and also works with
organizing our many events. This is her
4th Ride4Life and she always says it’s the last one! “Every year the
planning that goes into this event and the enthusiasm of new riders is so
exciting before I know it I’m training again!” Sherry has been with LPC for
about 8 years in many different capacities. She enjoys cycling, boating with her family, reading,
writing, and the beach is her favorite to be.
“ I am grateful to be able to be
a part of this fundraiser and for a chance to really make a difference in a
clients life with the funds that we raise. To God be the Glory!”
Valarie Kuipers
Val is one of the nurses at LPC. She spends time in both the Holland
and Allegan centers. She
has been married to the love of her life, Ian, for 2.25 years. They moved to Michigan (from SD) soon
after getting married for Ian’s job as an engineer. While Val was finishing studying for
her nursing boards, she began volunteering at LPC.
“ Now I work part time at both LPC and
Pine Rest on the Child and Adolescent unit. Both
have been eye opening and challenging at times, but an opportunity to offer
hope and healing to a world of hurt. I am blessed to see these tiny babies on ultrasound
and introduce them to their parents. Sometimes
the stories aren’t great. What
a better time than this, to share Christ and his love with open arms.”
Rachel Lindemulder
Rachel is a new rider who
jumped on board with this fundraiser only a month before the big Ride! She is a
young woman with lots of enthusiasm. She is 25 years old and has been married
for 3 years to her husband Ben. She is a RN who is employed at the Fillmore
Correctional Facility. Rachel developed
a heart for LPC through her sister in law, Sarah who is the Assistant Director
in Grand Haven. They have been training
together as Sarah is riding in the Ride4Life as well. Rachel has a big heart for the medical side
of the ministry and the education it provides as well.
Jonna Lubbers
This is Jonna’s 2nd
Ride4Life. She was with us last year when we did this same route around
Michigan and is back for more! Hopefully with better weather this year!
“I am a Child of the King,
wife, mom, and friend! There is so much to be excited about. All that is happening at LPC is so beautiful!
It is an honor to be riding and being a part of something so much bigger than
ourselves!”
Betty Geurink
This is Betty’s third
Ride4Life. She went with us to Texas and last year around Lake Michigan, she is
also 77 years old! “I want to help save babies and women in crisis.” This year Betty will be helping with Sag
Support and riding when she can.
“I plan to ride some miles on the trip but do
not know how much time I will have or what I am capable of doing as I write
this. Please remember to keep all of us
in your prayers for safety and endurance.”
Sarah Minner
Sarah is our Assistant
Director in Grand Haven and has been with LPC since 2003. “I am a 30 year old
unplanned, unexpected, blessed to be here woman. My parents made a brave decision
to keep me . Because of them I am thankful and aware that the Sanctity of Life
issue is of utmost importance. She is
married to her college sweetheart Brett .In her down time she loves camping,
biking, board games quilting & reading.
Her passion for LPC and this ride is great as her and Brett have
experienced loss of life firsthand. Last
year Sarah had a miscarriage with twins and was reminded that Gods Plans are
always bigger than ours.
“I was
challenged at a recent conference to be strong and courageous (Joshua 1:9) and
do big stuff! This courage prompted me
to be part of this 700 mile bike ride for Life!” Sarah’s life verse is Acts
20:24 and she asks that you pray this for her on this huge endeavor “But I
count my life of no value to myself, so that I may finish my course with joy
and the ministry I received from the Lord Jesus to testify to the gospel of
Gods Grace.”
Don Wickstra
Dr. Don is a board member here at LPC. He has a busy dental practice in Hamilton
with his son. This is Don’s 3rd
Ride4Life. He was not with us last year and his wit and encouragement was
greatly missed. Don has a true heart for
this ministry and is always willing to help us out with anything we need at the
center. He is doing this ride for the
young men and women we try to help in crisis.
Don has been known to say “I really don’t like to ride my bike.” We’re
glad he’s back for another Ride!
Mary Wortley
Mary is a busy wife, mother and volunteer. God introduced her to
LPC and the 2011 Orlando, FL Ride4Life team after she asked Him for an
opportunity that would stretch her beyond her comfort zone and upon which her
success would totally depend on Him. That time with the team led to further
involvement with LPC. Mary dedicates her rides to her son, Grant. At the
beginning of her pregnancy, she was told that he had a very high risk of being
born with serious physical deformities. While some spoke of abortion, Mary
trusted the Lord to either cover Grant with His protective hand or mold and
equip her to raise a special needs child. While many things went wrong during
that pregnancy, God chose to protect Grant through it all for which she is
eternally grateful.
Laura Thompson
Hi – I am Laura Thompson,
Executive Director of the Alpha Family Center of Greenville. I have been with
Alpha for 8 ½ years, have a super-wonderful husband, and four wonderful crazy
kids (7,6,4,2). We live in Sidney, MI.
I am so excited about
Ride4Life – and have been since Carolyn Doyle (LPC Executive Director) first
spoke about the 2012 ride. I love a challenge and was thrilled when my husband
said I could go (you need to remember, he will be the one home for a week with
4 little kids – so pray for him too)! My hubby and kids have been a great
encouragement – every morning my kids wake up and eagerly ask if I’ve gone
biking yet for the day. J
Working for the Alpha Family
Center of Greenville for the past 8 ½ years has been a blessing and even though
fundraising is a normal part of my job, the Ride4Life was new and challenging.
Everyday clients enter our doors burdened with the challenges of life. Yes,
Ride4Life is a challenge…but nothing compared to what these families experience
every single day. My Lord and Savior has gifted me with the physical ability to
take on the Ride4Life challenge and in turn, with the money raised, help so
many in desperate need with their day to day challenges. To God be the glory –
great things He has done…and about to do!
Ben & Abby Hyink
Last year, Ben Hyink participated in the Ride For Life as a
rider. This year, he and his wife, Abby, are driving one of the
support vehicles. Their desire is to serve the riders so that their ride
is as pleasant, comfortable and fun as possible! Ben and Abby have been
married 13 years and have 3 children: Joshua (12), Annamarie (11), and
Risa (1). Ben is the Program Director for both the men's and women's
homeless shelters at Love, Inc. in Grand Haven, and is excited about the many
opportunities he has to build relationships with those who don't know Jesus.
Abby recently moved to a stay-at-home mom position after working as a
teacher and daycare director for a number of years. She is thrilled to be
able to be home every day with their little surprise package that came a year
and a half ago.
Carolyn Doyle
Carolyn has participated in
three other Ride4Life adventures. Her first as a rider but after a series of
“unfortunate incidents” she became the lead SAG driver and lunch lady. She
feels she has found her higher calling in the driver’s seat as opposed to the
bike seat!
Carolyn has a passion for
life and serves as the Executive Director at LPC. It is her commitment for this
ride to help keep all of your loved ones safe, fed and well equipped.
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