SPECIALIZED TRANSITIONAL MINISTER

Pastor Tom Swieringa is our Specialized Transitional Minister. He is a seasoned pastor trained to help our church experience transition in a constructive way. Pastor Tom will preach, ask us thoughtful questions, and create space for conversation with our leadership and congregation.

DIRECTOR OF STUDENT MINISTRIES

Ryan was born in Canada and grew up on the east side of Michigan. He attended Grand Valley State University, graduating with a degree in Film and Broadcasting, and is currently working toward a Master of Divinity degree at Western Theological Seminary. Ryan began his current role at Faith in 2024 after having worked in other church and college settings where he has developed his creative and relational gifts working with youth and young adults. He loves the vision of what the Church can be in this cultural moment; a safe haven for those who seek friendship and a place to know God more as well as a community that serves its neighbors. When he’s not doing homework or hanging out with students, Ryan channels most of his energy toward reading sci-fi/fantasy novels at coffeeshops, ranking pizza places, walking his dogs, and rock climbing.

CUSTODIAN

Jon joined the staff at Faith in 2021 as custodian, which means he’s involved in literally every part of ministry at Faith. Between setting up for and reorganizing after events, seeing to the general cleanliness and order of the building, and supporting regular ministry rhythms as well as special uses of the building, Jon’s hard work and friendly nature bring distinct blessing to our Faith family. Jon has been part of the Holland Community for his entire life, and he and his wife Julie have two children. Their family loves being outdoors and engaging learning experiences together. His kids also particularly love driving remote control cars around Faith when the building’s quiet and they have it all to themselves.