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Jeff Jaeger Bio

Jeff Jaeger

Senior Pastor

Crossroads Community Church

Meet Jeff

Jeff was born in Fond du Lac, WI and attended the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh, double majoring in Accounting and Finance. He is finishing his Masters in Christian Studies from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. Jeff lives with his wife Sherrey, their three sons Cam, Cade and Cale, and daughter Caris.

What is one thing about you that people would find surprising?

Those who know me well know I often act like a kid at heart. I think sometimes people think of me only as serious or intense "Pastor Jeff." But my family and those close to me would tell you that I can be goofy, weird, and maybe even a little bit immature at times (in an appropriate way of course!) I love to have fun and be able to just be "Jeff" at times!

What is the greatest bit of advice a parent or mentor has given you?

My dad taught and modeled that we need to work hard, stay determined, and persevere no matter what the situation looks like.

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Nick Stanislowski

Campus Pastor

Manitowoc Campus

Meet Nick

Nick was born in Menomonee Falls, WI. He attended the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee for a period of time before pursuing a different passion. He is currently taking theology classes at Trinity Evangelical University. Nick lives with his wife Shannon, their son Landon and daughters Kaitlyn and Selah.

What is one thing about that people would find surprising?

My first professional career was in cosmetology industry as a school administrator and salon manager.

Where did you meet your spouse?

I met Shannon on a blind date in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Adam

Adam Steinbock

Staff Pastor

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Adam

Adam was born in Milwaukee, WI and attended the University of Wisconsin - Madison where he graduated with a Bachelors of Science-Mechanical Engineering, as well as a Masters degree in Religious Studies from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. Adam lives with his wife Tabitha, and their two daughters Gretchen and Ingrid.

Are you the oldest, a middle child, or the youngest?

I’m the oldest, smartest, best looking, and humblest of 4 kids.

What is one of the things on your bucket list?

Hike every National Park

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Zach Dewitt

Associate Pastor - Music & Counseling

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Zach

Zach was born in Wisconsin Rapids, WI and attended the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point where he graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Communication. He also holds a Master of Arts in Religion - Worship Studies from Liberty University Baptist Theological Seminary. Zach lives with his wife Theresa, their twin boys Evan and Gabe, and daughters Kate and Delizzah.

What is one thing about you that people would find surprising?

I love music (and lead music every Sunday), but I don't like attending concerts.

What’s the greatest bit of advice  parent or mentor has given you?

Christ-followers need to be FAT - Faithful, Available, and Teachable.

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Scott Jaeger

Associate Pastor - LifeGroups

Sheboygan Campus

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Charles Mersberger

Associate Pastor - Youth Ministry

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Charles

Charles was born in Sheboygan, WI, and grew up in Arlington, TX. Charles and his wife, Ivona, live in Sheboygan and have one adult son, Nikolas. Charles is pursuing continuing ministry education through Trinity International University's extension site in Milwaukee.

If you could live in any period of history, when would it be?

During the time of the wild west because it was a time of adventure and discovery.

If you had to move out of this country, what country would you move to?

Bosnia-Herzegovina because that is where my wife is from and it is a beautiful place.

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Meredith Bergersen

Director of Connections Ministry

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Meredith

Meredith was born in Sheboygan, WI and attended Marquette University, majoring in Public Relations & Marketing. Meredith lives with her husband Ben, their son Bennett and their bulldog Primrose.

What do you like to do for fun?

I love reading & country music concerts!

What did you want to be when you grew up?

A nurse, then I wanted to be a TV broadcaster and then I graduated from college with a degree in Public Relations & Marketing and thought “man, I should have gotten my teaching license”

If you could be in the movie of your choice, what movie would you choose and what character would you play?

One of my favorite movies is Sweet Home Alabama and I adore the role Reece Witherspoon plays in it so naturally I’m going with playing her 😊 I love that she is reminded that you can have roots & wings in life.

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Emily Brown

Director of Children's Ministry

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Emily

Emily grew up in Pennsylvania and moved to Wisconsin after college. She is married to her high school sweetheart, Logan, and got married in 2016. They welcomed their first child, Thaddeus, in 2022. She also has a dog and 2 cats.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

A detective like Nancy Drew 

What is your favorite food?

Maryland Blue Crab Cakes or my mom's peach pie!  

What childish thing do you still do as an adult? 

I love all things Disney! 

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Mary Graves

Director of Youth Ministry

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Mary

Mary is married to her "Chicago Bears loving" husband Mark of 20+ years and is mom to 4 adult children. She is in her sweet spot when she is digging into God’s word with a group of teenagers. Mary talks in ALL CAPS (yup, she sure does!) and has zero self-control when it comes to DOTS (fruit flavored gumdrop candy).

What childish thing do you still do as an adult?

I play broomball with teenagers every year on the RUSH winter youth retreat. My goal in every game is to not fall down…seriously, that’s the goal! I am super competitive and have been known to break a few (all) of the rules. Even though I am a huge liability for whatever teams gets stuck with me, I love every single minute of it.

What is one thing you couldn’t live without?

A washer and dryer! I am obsessed with doing laundry.

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Jody Krall

Director of Children’s Ministry

Manitowoc Campus

Meet Jody

Jody was raised in Germantown, WI. She graduated from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a degree in Special Education. Jody lives with her husband Mark, their son Sawyer, and daughters Sadie, Marlee, and Maggie.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

I always, always wanted to be a teacher!  I taught for 7 years in the public schools and now have the privilege of teaching my kids at home.  We have been homeschooling since 2011. 

If you could be in the movie of your choice, what movie would you choose and what character would you play?

Sound of Music!  Love the singing and dancing.  

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Kristi Maki

Assistant Office Manager & Financial Coordinator

Sheboygan & Manitowoc Campus

Meet Kristi

Kristi was born in Sheboygan, WI and attended Lakeshore Technical College with a degree in Accounting. She lives with her husband Chris, their daughter Jenna, and their three children Natalie, Ben and Carter reside in Heaven.

What do you like to do for fun?

I love to find new hiking spots, especially all the waterfalls by our place up north.

What't the greatest bit of advice a parent or mentor has given you?

The time will go fast, enjoy the moments you are in now.

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Shannon

Shannon Stanislowski

Director of Marketing & Communications

Sheboygan & Manitowoc Campus

Meet Shannon

Shannon was born in Sheboygan, WI and attended University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee with a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication. She lives with her husband Pastor Nick, their son Landon, daughters Kaitlyn and Selah.

If you could be in the movie of your choice, what movie would you choose and what Character would you play?

Dottie Hinson from a League of their Own. I loved how determined and kind she was!

What is one of the things on your bucket list?

Learn how to play guitar.

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Tabitha

Tabitha Steinbock

Director of Internships

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Tabitha

Tabitha was born in Garland, TX, and spent her early childhood years in Indianola, IA, and her teen years in Campbellsport, WI. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Madison with a Bachelor's degree in Journalism: Advertising/Public Relations. She lives with her husband, Pastor Adam, their two daughters, Gretchen and Ingrid, and Siamese cat, Careena.

Is there a story behind your name?

Besides being named after the woman Peter raised from the dead in Acts 9, my mom wanted to name me in such a way that if she called my name on the playground, 5 other little girls wouldn’t come running.

What is your favorite food?

Chocolate chip cookies (preferably warm out of the oven!)

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Sabrina Weidner

Director of Community Outreach

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Sabrina

Sabina was born and raised in Colby, WI.  She lives in Oostburg with her husband Micah, their four kids- Elijah, Lydia, Esther and Malachi and their dog Rooster.

Is there a story behind your name?

My mom named me after the TV show Charlie’s Angels- Sabrina, starring Kate Jackson.

What is one of the things on your bucket list? 

To go owling and see a great horned and snowy owl in its natural environment.

Besides the Bible, what book has changed you the most?  

The Baxter Series by Karen Kingsbury. Even though it is fiction, The Baxter series portrays real life situations that gave examples on how to handle things in a God pleasing way. I learned to listen more closely to the Holy Spirit through your examples in the books.

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Amy Runge

Office Manager

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Amy

What do you like to do for fun?

I love spending time with my family biking, hiking, camping and any other adventures we find.

What is your favorite food?

Anything Mexican

What motivates you?

God stories.  I love hearing people's God stories!! Which is a great blessing of my job, people share how God is moving or a remarkable encounter that God made happen. It brightens my day and energizes me to keep walking forward in my own ministry areas even if I feel like I am walking through the desert.

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Alyssa Aleff

Administrative Assistant

Manitowoc Campus

Meet Alyssa

Name one thing you couldn't live without.

Coffee.  I have a hard time doing anything in the morning without getting some coffee first and I can (and sometimes do) drink it all day long!  

What do you like to do for fun? 

Play outside with the kiddos - going to parks, camping, hiking, biking, swimming... 

How did you first come to Crossroads?

My mom worked with Pastor Nick before Crossroads launched in Manitowoc.  She told us a new church would be coming to Manitowoc soon that we should try out (even though she knew nothing about the church).  We attended the second service held on 10/16/16 and have been here ever since. 😊

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Paul Damkot

Technical Coordinator

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Paul

Paul grew up in Sheboygan, Wisconsin before moving to New Holstein in 2015 as his parents felt called to plant a church. A few years after that he felt called to come back to Crossroads and immediately began serving. Paul is a HUGE Brewers fan, and you can catch him at quite a few games each year.

What is one thing about you that people would find surprising?

I have a, I wouldn't say huge, but what some would say is an obsession with crocs.

If you could live in any period of history, when would it be?

I always thought it would be cool to live back in the days when there was not technology. It's weird coming from the tech guy, but it always seemed cool to live back when times were very
simple.

What's the greatest bit of advice a parent or mentor has given you?

Always be willing to listen to people's stories. You never know what they might be going through that might be shaping why they do/believe certain things.

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Shaunna Dyrcz

Administrative & Financial Assistant 

Sheboygan & Manitowoc Campus

Meet Shaunna

Shaunna grew up in Oostburg, left for 15 years, and then came back to raise her family. She lives with her husband Marc, daughters Aurelia and Autumn, and son Benjamin.  

Besides the Bible, what book has changed you the most? 

"When God Writes Your Love Story" by Eric and Leslie Ludy. 

What is one of the things on your bucket list?

I'd love to see all 50 states, possibly a 48 contiguous state road trip when our kids are grown.

If you could live in any period of history, when would it be?

The Victorian Era.

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Robyn Gagner

Administrative Assistant & Building Coordinator

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Robyn

Robyn was born in Menomonie, WI, and attended both Grace College, IN and the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point. She lives with her husband Matt, and three daughters Madisen, Elly, and Kenzie.

What do you like to do for fun?

Hiking and camping with my family.

If you could live in any period of history, when would it be?

I like the time that I am living in now, but the 1950’s could be interesting.

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Whittney Holt

Administrative Assistant

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Whittney

Whittney grew up in Texas but traveled a bit and finally landed in Wisconsin with her 2 kids; Rowan and Millie. She was a stay-at-home mom for the last few years until God called her into ministry here at Crossroads. She is currently pursuing a degree in digital marketing. She enjoys spontaneous weekend trips with her kids and hiking trips!

What did you want to be when you grew up?

I always wanted to be a mom with 6 kids! Now I’m a mom of 2 and they are a blessing.

What’s the greatest bit of advice a parent or mentor has given you?

A mentor once told me “Nothing changes, If nothing changes.” I love that advice.

What do you like to do for fun?

I love to hike, paddle-board and play racket ball

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Harper McGoldrick

Social Media Coordinator & Administrative Assistant

Sheboygan & Manitowoc Campus

Meet Harper

Harper was born in Two Rivers, Wisconsin and moved to Sheboygan in 2014. After graduating high school, Harper jumped into the world of cooperate, until God called her to ministry at Crossroads Community Church. She is at her happiest when she is around a campfire, with believers who are also on fire for Jesus. She loves the outdoors and being surrounded by God’s creation.

What’s the greatest bit of advice a parent or mentor has given you? 

The greatest bit of advice that a mentor gave me was “Jesus never hurried.”  It is such a good reminder to slow down. Slowing down is so countercultural, but God has done His best work in me when I am still.   

What is one of the things on your bucket list? 

One thing on my bucket list is to go on an international mission trip! 

What motivates you?  

Personal testimonies! I am always drastically motivated by the truth that He is on the move, and in the end, He claims victory. It is a powerful reminder that He is mighty to save. He is powerful. He has a plan greater than I can imagine, and He is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Personal testimonies always lead me to reflect on my own and motivate me to continue to have perseverance in the work He has called me to.

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Paul Mehn

Custodian

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Paul

Paul was born and raised in Sheboygan Falls. He is married and has two boys. When he's not at Crossroads, he loves spending time with his family, reading, and working on home improvement projects. 

Besides the Bible, what book has changed you the most?

The Catcher in the Rye and Robinson Crusoe, both for different reasons!

How did you first come to Crossroads? After I realized what a wretched person I am, I decided to give my life to Christ. My family began attending Crossroads right after that in December of 2019.

What childish thing do you still do as an adult? I "allow" my wife to pack my lunch for me.

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Sydny Mehn

Marketing Content Coordinator

Sheboygan & Manitowoc Campus

Meet Sydny

Sydny was born and grew up in the Dallas, Texas area. After moving to Sheboygan in 1997 she attended local schools, and graduated from Lakeshore Technical College with a degree in Marketing and Business Administration. She met and married her husband Paul Mehn, and they live in Sheboygan with their two boys, James and Noah. 

What childish thing do you still do as an adult?

Make up weird games to play with my husband. Like turning the sound off on the TV and creating outrageous dialogue ourselves.

What is one of the things on your bucket list? 

I would love to visit Sweden. But not for long, I don't think I could handle the darkness.

What is one thing about you that people would find surprising?

I have a very strange sense of humor. People usually love it or hate it.

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Kristen Michna

Executive Assistant

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Kristen

Kristen was born in Sheboygan, WI and attended the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, and the University of Wisconsin - Sheboygan. She lives with her husband TJ, and daughters Gwyneth and Hadley.

What is one thing about you that people would find surprising?

My husband calls me captain safety because I’ll have an evacuation plan for many places we go - on a plane, in a crowded building, or near the ocean in the case of a tsunami.

What childish thing do you still do as an adult?

Watch Disney movies, and now I have an excuse with having two daughters!

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Tanya Neibert

Administrative Assistant - Connections Ministry

Sheboygan Campus

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Lydia Rodriguez

LifeGroups Coordinator

Sheboygan Campus

Meet Lydia

Lydia was born and raised in the Manitowoc/Two Rivers area. She attended LTC and received her Associate's degree in Human Resources.  She moved to Sheboygan in 2017 and married her husband Aaron in February of 2022.

What do you like to do for fun? 

I love to shop. I love to nap. And I love spending days out on Fox Lake with my family. 

What’s one thing about you that people would find surprising? 

I’m actually really funny….and VERY sarcastic. 

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TJ TenPas

Administrative Coordinator - Youth Ministry

Sheboygan Campus

Meet TJ

What did you want to be when you grew up? 

A cowgirl who lived in Montana 

What's the greatest bit of advice a parent or mentor has given you? 

It can often feel like we are in a waiting room or in between chapters in our lives.  My mom always encouraged me to not waste the time you have in the "waiting room" because you can enter the next chapter more equipped. 

My biggest pet peeve is.... 

Jeans with fake front pockets 

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