Every evangelistic outreach on our calendar is important to us. We appreciate your prayers as our team works on these events, supports our local champions in each country, and continues to train others to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with the world, every day.
Lisa has been a Christian for most of her life and was raised by a Christian mother. She has a heart for nonprofit work and helping those in need. One of Lisa’s favorite verses is Hebrews 4:16, “Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”
She has been married to her high school sweetheart for 30 years now! Although Lisa and Craig do not have children of their own, they have 16 nieces and nephews who are much loved. Lisa feels she is blessed with “the best friends in the world” and is grateful to God for each of them. In her (much cherished) alone time, Lisa enjoys reading, tea, puzzles, and movies.
Wendi is a native of California but transplanted to Salem in grade school and has called Salem home ever since. She has walked with Jesus since her childhood and is grateful for the model of following Jesus from both her grandparents and her parents, both of whom have worked in Christian ministry throughout her life. Wendi is a graduate of Whitworth University with degrees in Political Science and Business Administration and has spent her 40-year career in Direct Sales. She felt a nudge to follow a deeper call to using her skills in God's pursuit of those who have yet to find Jesus as their Savior in this season of her life. Flowers and sourdough bring her joy, along with her 3 adult sons and 1 precious grandson.
On a stage or at a grocery store, Reid sees opportunities all around him to share hope with those who are hurting. Reid was born and raised in Petaluma, California. He enjoyed a loving family and popularity in school, but felt a void in his life. At 17 years of age, Reid surrendered himself to the Lord, a decision that changed the trajectory of his life. As a young Christ-follower, Reid recorded many of Billy Graham’s messages, marveling at the power of God’s Word to touch hearts and change lives. Reid preached his first evangelistic message at a festival in Petaluma, CA at the age of 22. He graduated from Western Baptist College (now Corban University) in 1998, and went on to Multnomah Biblical Seminary to earn a Masters of Divinity in 2002 and Doctorate in Global Evangelism in 2022. Reid has preached the gospel to millions of people and traveled to over 100 countries. He is the author of Life to the Fullest, All for Jesus! Making Your Life Count for Christ, and Active8. Reid, his wife, Carmen, and their three children live in Salem, Oregon.
Doug expected to work as an Engineer, and after earning his B.S. in Industrial Engineering at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, he passed the first tests to get his professional engineering license. After working in engineering for a few years, God intervened and directed him to attend Multnomah University, where he got a Master's of Divinity, followed by ordination at his local church. This started his career in the ministry sector. He has worked in the nonprofit world for over 20 years, and at RSA since 2018. At RSA he loves leading the team to produce at a high level while prioritizing loving one another.
Doug and his wife, Andrea, have five children (four, plus an amazing daughter-in-law). They are known to open their house for young adult gatherings, game nights, and more. They love hospitality. If you need a place to sleep or laugh, ask them.
Kellan has known God and loved Him all her life. She grew up talking to Him and He continually answered her – aka prayer. She was introduced to RSA and started praying for RSA during Salem RiverFest in 2007. One prayer meeting led to another and God opened a door for her to be hired as the staff accountant, with the added benefit of leading staff in prayer. This prayer ministry grew to creating prayer teams for outreaches and eventually weekly scheduled prayer times. She is no longer the staff accountant but now exclusively focuses her time on prayer for the organization. She views the prayer team as the “airforce” for the “ground troops” that go to the mission field.
Outside of RSA she is a wife, mother of three, grandmother of four, and lover of God. She loves God because He loves her and will never leave her, no matter what she does, says, or thinks. One of her favorite verses is Jesus telling her, “I have come so that you may have life, and have it to the full.” She believes Him and lives as fully as possible, which includes but is not limited to: engaging conversations with God, pickleball, grandkids, travel, going down rabbit holes in the enchanted forest, eating dessert for breakfast or having her dessert first when she goes out to eat, or any other adventure she can find.
Kimmie was born in Sunnyvale, CA. She moved to Salem, Oregon with her husband in 1988. She loves Jesus and loves people and has a heart to serve. She is currently attending Bible college at her local church to grow in her knowledge of the Lord.
She and her husband Leo have a son and a daughter. She loves spending time with friends and family, including her church family.
Kelsey was born and raised in Salem Oregon. Her first experience with international missions work was at the age of 12 on a trip to Guatemala with her family and church through Reid Saunders Association. This trip was foundational for her relationship with Jesus Christ and instilled a love for sharing Jesus around the world. After graduating from Biola University in 2023 with a BS in Kinesiology, Kelsey got married to her high school sweetheart and worked as the academic advisor and office manager for the online undergraduate program at Corban University. She loves all things Jesus, travel, line dancing, and reading.
Kelsey was born and raised in Salem Oregon. Her first experience with international missions work was at the age of 12 on a trip to Guatemala with her family and church through Reid Saunders Association. This trip was foundational for her relationship with Jesus Christ and instilled a love for sharing Jesus around the world. After graduating from Biola University in 2023 with a BS in Kinesiology, Kelsey got married to her high school sweetheart and worked as the academic advisor and office manager for the online undergraduate program at Corban University. She loves all things Jesus, travel, line dancing, and reading.