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He leads the Vocal Choir, directs the Bell Choir, leads the Worship Band, and works with youth music ministry throughout the year. When not at DRC, Brian is the Music Director for Park Playhouse, and takes part in a variety of musical performances throughout the region. Brian is married to Lauren, and they have three wonderful children- Isis, James, and Eden. Contact Brian at baxford@drchurch.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1709923467863-3S4SR6JTPEWOLNN0K4YA/23+Xmas+4pm-9197.jpg staff photos - Brian Axford | Music Director Brian has served as organist and music director at DRC since February 2014. He leads the Vocal Choir, directs the Bell Choir, leads the Worship Band, and works with youth music ministry throughout the year. When not at DRC, Brian is the Music Director for Park Playhouse, and takes part in a variety of musical performances throughout the region. Brian is married to Lauren, and they have three wonderful children- Isis, James, and Eden. Contact Brian at baxford@drchurch.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1706537640049-C1EZO0ZY96XQ1RVOKK13/image-asset.jpeg staff photos - Rev. Jake Chipka | Associate Pastor A native of Toledo, OH, and an enthusiastic Cleveland sports fan, Pastor Jake joined staff in August 2023 in what was his first full-time call to pastoral ministry. Prior to joining staff, he completed a B.S. in Kinesiology at Hope College, a M.A. in Theology at Whitworth University, and a M. Div at Western Theological Seminary. Jake has worked in various capacities, including sports journalism, disability ministry, and college athletic ministry. While living in Spokane, WA, Jake met his future spouse, Sarah, who is a native of Seattle. Jake and Sarah are now the proud owners of a dog named “Blue” and together, the three of them cherish unhurried time outdoors. Having retired the baseball glove after college, Jake now enjoys jogging, cycling, hiking, and cross-country skiing! Contact Pastor Jake at jchipka@drchurch.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1706643546141-OPTOFMKP5RZ9N2W13BA6/image-asset.jpg staff photos - Kim Gallo | Administrative Assistant Kim, who grew up in Delmar, has been a part of DRC since childhood. Kim went to school at SUNY Cortland, where she met her husband, Jason. They live in town and have two children in the Bethlehem School District. As a family they enjoy the outdoors with camping, sports and a good barbecue. Contact Kim at info@drchurch.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1720444709359-CPTV98CMF98MVHQHR3A6/Staff-4201.jpg staff photos - Hannah Duncan | Nursery Coordinator Hannah has been worshipping at DRC for years. After graduating from Bethlehem High School in 2019, Hannah moved across New York to Houghton University to complete her undergraduate degree in Inclusive Childhood Education. Hannah returned to the Albany area after graduation, where she’s currently working at the Capital Region BOCES school. When she has free time, Hannah loves playing with her one-year old puppy, Gardenia, going on hikes, camping, and enjoying the sunshine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1706537267071-VKYWWSBYA43ERLTCV5AX/Staff-4224.jpg staff photos - Lisa Rakoczy | Family Ministries Coordinator Lisa feels she has the best job in the world - working with the children of DRC since joining the staff in 2012. After being a teacher for 15 years, she now gets to spend her time coordinating and implementing programs for children and helping them to grow their faith. This includes overseeing the nursery, Sunday School and special family events. It is her hope to help families get connected with God and each other by providing fun and meaningful ministries for children. Lisa lives locally with her husband, Luke, and two children. Lisa volunteers regularly at her children's schools, and in her free time enjoys watching NY Giants football with her family, reading, and classic films. Lisa would love for you to reach out to her - connect by emailing at lisa@drchurch.org. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1706537268232-IWQ6YHTPGZKRPD5Q74V6/Staff-4235.jpg staff photos - Rev. Chris Vande Bunte | Senior Pastor Senior Pastor, Rev. Chris Vande Bunte is a native New Jerseyite who has served in lead, associate, and solo pastor roles in three churches and two decades in ministry. Pastor Chris is a graduate of Hope College (RCA) and New Brunswick Theological Seminary (RCA). Despite a degree in Political Science, he values working as a Christian across all kinds of aisles to be purposeful in promoting community and support for one another, in the church and our neighborhoods. He calls the Four Corners in Delmar home along with his wife Ellen and son Luke. The Vande Buntes are avid supporters of professional and semiprofessional sports teams in the Capital Region. Contact Pastor Chris at cvandebunte@drchurch.org https://www.drchurch.org/community-partners daily 0.75 2024-02-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1706644923518-OJ935VV91I41ZSV1NN6O/image-asset.jpeg community partners - Samaritan Counseling Center of the Capital Region Personal and family counseling with a dedicated office on the second floor of the church. 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Learn more at https://www.livingresources.org/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1708542370107-7S8FZT99C8V9VN1Z3MP9/image-asset.jpeg community partners - Mom's Time Out Mom’s Time Out (MTO) is a peer group of mothers with preschool-aged children that meets inside the church on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month. Reach out to Kim Gallo at info@drchurch.org to learn how to get plugged in! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1706628951116-BA0U7VGN9XFJ2QRKGE7F/alcoholics-anonymous-logo-39C44EFACD-seeklogo.com.png community partners - Four Corners A.A. / The Lantern A.A. Four Corners A.A. meets on Tuesdays at 8:00 pm. The Lantern A.A. group meets Fridays at 7:00 pm. More info at aaalbanyny.org/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1706711403208-C2Q7ZOBG5SVLZDE5OALH/image-asset.jpeg community partners - Humanities Institute for Lifelong Learning Bethlehem’s Humanities Institute for Lifelong Learning is an independent organization offering opportunities for lifelong learning to residents of the Capital District. Click here for more info: https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1706710827548-H8PGG09KJHHAOM1CKFV5/image-asset.jpeg community partners - Q.U.I.L.T. Inc. Quilters United In Learning Together meets at DRC on the second Thursdays and Fridays of each month. To learn more, check out quiltinc.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1706627493006-TRUH550SM19IAYFUX3RJ/image-asset.png community partners - Troop 75 for Boys and Girls Meetings are held at 7:00-8:30 pm every Wednesday when school is in session, except the first Wednesday of each month. The first Wednesday of the month is reserved for a Parent/Committee meeting which starts at 6:30pm. Learn more here. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1706628901347-ZB2FQLIZKKQR87EBNFRX/200329031502986_1.png community partners - Heldeberg Music Together Every week in music classes at Heldeberg Music Together, babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grownups who love them gather inside DRC to play musically. Multiple times available each week. Check out heldebergmusic.com for more info. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1706628978561-XZTQZAK3ER8QZNVOKCJM/al-anon-logo.jpg community partners - Al-Anon Meets inside the church Thursdays at 7:00 pm. More info here. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5aabce1be17ba3c5d92cf514/1706647328022-MWZW3YUBW7VRTEV8WZO7/overeaters-anonymous-logo.png community partners - Overeaters Anonymous Meets inside the church Saturdays at 9:00 am. 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