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DAN WILBURN
Founding Pastor, Teaching Elder
816.554.0929 ext. 102

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Dan grew up in Kansas City. He was raised in the Southern Baptist church. His Christian ministry formation took place in the parachurch ministry, YoungLife. He graduated from the University of Kansas with a degree in Personnel Administration (Organizational Psychology). After working in the marketplace throughout his 20’s he married Laurie and moved to California to complete his Master of Divinity (MDiv’93) at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena. They moved back to Lee’s Summit and started Lakeland Community Church. Dan was ordained in the Evangelical Presbyterian Church denomination (EPC ‘95). In 2010 he left the EPC over partisanship and moved his ordination to The Associated Ministerial Order (AMO).

Dan is founding and Senior Pastor at Lakeland. He is charged with making disciples and envisioning the church. Therefore, he leads contemplative retreats; taking retreatants through a multi-year program of spiritual transformation learning how to listen to the voice of the Creator God, fall at the feet of Jesus the Redeemer, abiding in the Spirit of God. He preaches at adult Sunday services the minority of the time (some 22 weeks per year), teaches classes, and formational experiences. Dan provides spiritual direction. Also, he is an Oblate of Conception Abbey (O.S.B.)

​Currently, Dan is pursuing his doctorate (Doctorate of Ministry) at Northern Seminary in Lombard, Illinois (Chicago area). His Thesis focuses on transformation of people through the adaptation and application of the desert tradition (Early Christianity) and religious orders within the local Protestant evangelical church.

pERSONAL mEMORY

Favorite Church memory: Baptizing the very first Lakelanders in a lake back in 1996.
Overall favorite life memory: watching Laurie nod “yes” when I asked her to marry me over 26 years ago.

hOBBIES

Guitar, art classes at KC Art Institute, Minecraft, flyfishing, home remodeling and construction projects, and doing homework for doctorate (just kidding on that last one).

MARTA GILLILAN
Pastor, Teaching Elder
​816.554.0929 ext. 109

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Marta grew up living in a variety of places.  She attended the University of Missouri- Columbia (Mizzou-Rah!) where she became a Christian through a para-church ministry.   Marta spent several years teaching in a variety of schools in Missouri and overseas.  Marta attended Fuller Seminary and has been ordained as a teaching pastor since  Marta lives in Kansas City with her husband of 26 years, Steve and has two adult children:  Haley and Nathan.   Marta‘s pastoral role includes overseeing the small group ministry, the Fully Participating Membership process, the welcoming and newcomer ministries as well as other pastoral duties as they come.  ​

pERSONAL mEMORY

Steve and I took a trip to Australia after our first year of marriage.  It was pretty much perfect- except for the getting seasick on a boat part…
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The first Lakeland service in our current building.

hOBBIES

Musical theater, theater, movies, documentaries, travel (especially to see musicals or places in movies or documentaries), reading and trivia/ board games.  Being with family and friends is just about the best thing I can spend my time doing.

GARRETT LAHEY
Pastor, Teaching Elder
​816.554.0929 ext. 121

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Garrett Lahey grew up in Lee’s Summit Missouri.  A graduate of Lee’s Summit High School and Avila University with a degree in Biology. Garrett’s first career was Education, teaching Biology at Lee’s Summit High School. In 2001 Garrett left education, eventually earning a Masters in Divinity from Nazarene Theological Seminary.  He has been a pastor at Lakeland Community Church since 2007.

pERSONAL mEMORY

One of my favorite memories would have to be summers with my Grandparents in Parsons, Kansas: breakfast, giant sand box, wading pool, vegetable garden, dirt bike, camping, chores, Johnny Carson, and the Creature Feature on Saturday Nights.

hOBBIES

Hiking, wildlife (especially reptiles), movies of all genres and all times, martial arts, working out, and strategy and tabletop games.

CHARLIE BELT

LAURA HARTWIG

SAM HUCKABEE

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MATT SETTLE

MATT SISK

ASHLEY LAHEY
Pastoral Assistant to Dan Wilburn
816.554.0929 ext. 103

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Ashley grew up in Oak Grove then moved to Lee’s Summit when she was 17 where she still resides with her husband Garrett and two children, Aidan and Kai. She went to Avila University and received a Bachelors Degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry.  Ashley has worked at Lakeland since 1998, first in video editing and production, then in Children’s ministry, and currently she is the pastoral assistant for Pastor Dan Wilburn. What she loves most about her current job at the church is getting to be part of taking people on prayer retreat and watching God transform their lives. She also works as a medical assistant for a local physician.

pERSONAL mEMORY

I love to travel. I think my parents instilled this in me.  My favorite vacation growing up was to Hawaii (a gorgeous state) but the best part was taking my grandparents with us. My grandfather was stationed at Pearl Harbor. Seeing the island through his eyes and hearing stories about his time there and about how things had changed since the war was priceless.

hOBBIES

I like to play volleyball, travel (just about anywhere), watch Netflix, go to the movie theater, play board games, and I love to cook and bake.

BETH SETTLE
Pastoral Assistant to Garrett Lahey
816.554.0929 ext. 101

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Beth grew up in Springfield Mo. and moved to Kansas City after graduating from Southwest Missouri State University (now MSU) with a B.S. in Marketing. Beth married her husband, Matt, in 1995 and helped launch Lakeland. In the early days she helped lead the couples ministry, video tech, bookkeeper, women’s ministry and roadies.
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She left her career in marketing to raise their two girls, Mackenzie and Kelsey. Beth continued serving at Lakeland in a variety of capacities and also volunteering with other organizations. In 2016 she was hired as assistant to Pastor Garrett. Beth is excited to be on staff and giving back to the church and serving the kingdom she loves so deeply.

pERSONAL mEMORY

The memory that keeps popping up is the day (and night) we spent stuffing 10,000 mailers to the residents of Lee’s Summit introducing them to Lakeland Community Church and inviting them to our first service, Oct. 13, 1996. We became a bit slap-happy around number 6,459 … Have you heard what’s happening in Lee’s Summit?
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Living on the Plaza and driving home late at night with a light snow falling and all the buildings lit up and no traffic … I lived in the most spectacular neighborhood in the metro!

hOBBIES

Absolutely love camping, hiking and biking … and taking others camping, hiking and biking. Other likes: gardening … which I affectionately call “playing in the dirt”; refinishing and repurposing things I find at thrift stores, garage sales and dumpster diving; and traveling … anywhere.

EMILEIGH SAULSBERRY
Pastoral Assistant to Marta Gillilan
816.554.0929 ext. 133

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Emileigh grew up in Kearney, Nebraska where she attended church and accepted Jesus at a young age. She graduated from the University of Nebraska- Kearney with a degree in exercise science. After moving to Kansas with her husband, she decided to stay at home to raise their three children, Bransen, Charleigh and Beckett. Emileigh and her family moved to Lee's Summit in March of 2018 so her husband could join the staff at Lakeland as the Multi-Media Director. Emileigh volunteered in different areas at Lakeland and is excited to join the staff as Pastoral Assistant to Marta. ​

pERSONAL mEMORY

Visiting New York City has been a bucket list item for a very long time. I recently was able to visit on two separate occasions with my sister and my husband and both were incredible. Standing in Time Square, seeing the Statue of Liberty, and attending Broadway plays far exceeded my expectations. I cant wait to get back!

hOBBIES

I enjoy spending time with friends and family. I also love a good sale at Target and shopping in general. Garage sales and repurposing furniture is a favorite past time when it is nice outside. Lastly, I am finding real joy in interior design and creating fun spaces. ​

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JORDAN PARRISH
Facilities Director
816-554-0929 ext. 130

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Jordan grew up in a small town in rural on a small farm Missouri in Seymour. He graduated from Southwest Baptist University in 2015 with his exercise science degree. In 2018, he graduated with his doctorate of Physical Therapy. He moved to Lees Summit in 2018 and began working at a local clinic in Lees Summit to practice PT. Jordan has been involved in church since he was very little. He is very involved in The River and has volunteered since he moved to Lees Summit in 2018.

pERSONAL mEMORY

"The first time I saw the ocean as a young kid is my favorite memory. I looked out and saw the size of it and felt so small and was in awe of how beautiful it all looked."

hOBBIES

Outside of Lakeland Jordan enjoys woodworking, hiking, exercise, and eating ice cream. 

TAYLOR QUALLS
Young Adult Director
816.796.5556

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Taylor grew up in Lee’s Summit. In 2011 he left for Southwest Baptist University where he majored in Christian Studies and Psychology and met his wife, Ashley. After graduation they moved back to Lee’s Summit where Taylor started working on his MA in counseling at MidAmerica Nazarene University. That same fall started working at Lakeland as an Emerging Leader. Over the first fall he was here he became passionate about creating a space for college students and young adults to share life and live in community together, and thus The River was born. In May of 2018 he will graduate from MNU as a licensed counselor.

pERSONAL mEMORY

I would say that most of my favorite memories are split between traveling with my wife and time spent with our community. Ash and I love traveling, especially hiking. We spent two weeks hiking (part of) the Camino de Santiago, which was one of the best and hardest things we’ve ever done. We’ve spent time in England, France, China, and all around the United States. In contrast to those adventures, I absolutely love the time we spend with our community at home. To know and be known is one of life’s greatest joys. Whether it’s playing a game together, having meaningful conversation about life, or getting into one of those laughing loops where everyone is laughing and you don’t even remember what you’re laughing about, but all you know is you might not make it through this one….Those sorts of times are my favorite.

hOBBIES

I love hiking and being out in nature in general. I could probably be called a board game addict, and I’m generally excited for any sort of game. I love playing ultimate frisbee and reading theology. Also good food is always fun. I also know WAY to much about Marvel (the cinematic universe, I became a nerd too late in life to get on the comics train) and once I see Avengers: Infinity War I will be content to die.

JAMIE DAVIS
Bookkeeper
816.554.0929 ext. 112

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Jamie is married, has three daughters and one amazing grandson.  She was on the Family Ministry Staff at Lakeland for over 10 years and is currently the bookkeeper for the church.  She is on the board of directors for Dignity: Liberia.  She is passionate about global issues surrounding orphan care and the maternal health care crisis.  She is a trained birth doula and leads annual trips to Haiti.

pERSONAL mEMORY

Birth of grandson, family vacations, first trip to Haiti

hOBBIES

Reading, Netflix marathons, traveling

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TREVOR SMITH
Technical Assistant to Marta Gillilan

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Trevor Grew up in Lee's Summit.  Began Attending Lakeland in 1999.  Was an active participant in ministry at Lakeland since highschool.  Current works in the IT, Real-estate fields.

pERSONAL mEMORY

Being awesome, it's kind of what I do.

hOBBIES

Movies, Video Games, Role-playing table top games

CHRIS LEA
Worship Arts Director
816.554.0929 ext. 107

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Chris has been on Lakeland staff since 1997. He attended the Conservatory of Music at UMKC, earning a Bachelor’s of Music Education with a choral emphasis in 2002.

pERSONAL mEMORY

My favorite memories involve family, the Royals and outdoors. At the top of the list would be the two months my wife and I spent in the UK. While there, we got involved with a few different faith communities, saw many sites around the island, and basically had the time of our lives. I can’t wait to go back some day.

hOBBIES

I love being outdoors. Camping, fishing, gardening, playing sports, and herpetology are among my outdoor hobbies. When I can’t be outside, I really like spending time training in martial arts and playing video games.

LUKE SAULSBERRY
Multi-Media Director
816.554.0929 ext. 118

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Luke’s parents were Pastors so he inevitably grew up in the church and started serving in Technical Ministries at a very young age. Luke received a Bachelors degree in Organizational Communication and received a Masters in Administration and Leadership. Luke worked in a variety of professional positions all the while serving in Technical Ministries, which lead him to realize God’s calling on his life and transitioned to Technical Ministries full time. Luke joined the staff of Lakeland Community in 2018. Luke supports the audio and visual needs of Lakeland and through this collaboration seeks to enhance and compliment the vision of Lakeland. Luke lives in Lee’s Summit with his wife, Emileigh and their children Bransen, Charleigh and Beckett.

pERSONAL mEMORY

Luke’s special memories include nerf gun fights with his dad, brother and sister which resulted in the furniture being flipped on end and excessive amounts of yelling and screaming for no reason; traveling to the great outdoors especially Yosemite National Park; marrying his smoking hot wife and the birth of his children.

hOBBIES

Luke enjoys playing with his kids, being outside, constructing/fixing things and playing Clash of Clans, Hog Rideeeersss!

JASON LAHEY
Milestones & K-12 Event Director
​816.554.0929 ext. 110

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Jason spent the first part of life in Dallas Texas before making Lee’s Summit home.  After graduating from Lee’s Summit High School, he attended Truman State University and UMKC to obtain an undergraduate in education.  He then picked up a Masters’ in Curriculum and Instruction from Missouri University.  After a short term as a middle school english teacher he plunged into full time staff at Lakeland in 2006.  He has served as youth and children’s director and now oversees Youth Events, Emerging Leaders, and Lakeland’s Milestone Path of spiritual growth for all ages.

pERSONAL mEMORY

Every time my wife and I travel together I develop my absolute favorite memories.  We’ve lived out of our car as we explored the western United States.  We’ve camped in Hawaii for extended periods.  We’ve gone to China and Haiti and Mexico and have plans to continue our tours of this beautiful planet.

hOBBIES

I feel most alive when I’m on a hiking trail. When I’m not hiking I love ultimate frisbee, disc golf, football, music, Netflix, Dungeons and Dragons, dancing, and learning new things.

ADAM LIPPS
(5-8) & (9-12) Director
816.554.0929 ext. 122

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Adam was born and raised in Independence, Missouri, and has lived in the KC area his entire life, except for college experiences (see below) and a couple of 1-year periods living in Tucson, Arizona, and Changsha, China. His time doing ministry in both of these places has been extremely formational in who God has made Adam today. Adam has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Truman State University, a law degree from the University of Missouri, and a Master of Divinity from Nazarene Theological Seminary. He studied abroad in Salamanca, Spain, the summer before his senior year of undergrad (one of the best experiences he ever had).
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Adam has been attending Lakeland since fall of 2007, working with Lakeland students since 2008, and on staff at Lakeland since March 2012. Before being called to do vocational ministry, Adam spent some time teaching high school Spanish and as an internal auditor specializing in anti-money laundering at a financial institution. Adam and his wife, Hannah, were married in September 2012, and have a toddler named Owen. Adam loves doing what he is doing right now (K-12 ministry and the college internship program), and is extremely thankful to be able to do something he loves for a living.

pERSONAL mEMORY

A lot of fun memories with my wife … our first real date (Indian food and swinging in Loose Park), the time she came and visited me in China, the day I asked her to marry me, and any of our fun and relaxing trips together.

hOBBIES

Sports, sports, and sports! I am an avid fan of the Royals, Chiefs, and Mizzou, and also enjoy watching soccer, mixed martial arts, and pretty much anything during the Olympics! I love watching movies and TV shows, music – including playing guitar and singing in the car, and reading. I love to travel – pretty much anywhere – and geography in general (I have been known to read and study road atlases). I love trivia – Sporcle is one of my very favorite websites. I also really enjoy cooking and eating delicious and adventurous food.

JODI TURNBOUGH
K-4 Director
816.554.0929 ext. 134

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Jodi Turnbough grew up in South Central part of state, in a small town called Houston, MO. She went onto to college at Missouri State University in Springfield, MO, where she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. She also met her husband, Matt Turnbough there and they moved to Blue Springs in 2006. Jodi later got her Masters in Administration in Education from University of Central Missouri. Jodi has a wide variety of experience in the education field where she has taught 1st and 5th grades, was an Elementary Assistant Principal, and worked with students with special needs.
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Jodi and Matt Turnbough have 3 children, John, Sophia and Nora. They have been attending Lakeland Community Church for almost 11 years.

pERSONAL mEMORY

Every summer, growing up, my family would go to the beach. I remember walking with my mom, dad and brother in the evenings, looking at the sunsets, and picking up sea shells. I love the feeling of sand between my toes and the water splashing around my ankles.

hOBBIES

Jodi loves being a mom and helping her children go on adventures and experience life.  Jodi has a passion for students, especially students ages Kindergarten through 4th grade. She loves seeing them learn and experience new things. She is passionate about helping set a foundation of God’s love to students at this particular age. Jodi feels very fortunate to be in a job that she has a passion for as the the Campfire Director.

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MICKI ELTON
Birth-Pre K Director
816.554.0929 ext. 123

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Michelle (Micki) grew up in central Illinois (among other places) and then attended Truman State University where she graduated in 2002 with a Bachelor’s in Health Science, emphasizing on Health Education. Micki has worked in various positions, such as substitute teaching, the YMCA and the Jefferson County Health Department, preschool teacher as well as being a stay at home mom. While working these jobs she has also volunteered her time with many organizations such as Special Olympics of Missouri as the Health Promotion Coordinator for the Healthy Athlete Program, volunteer coordinator at her former church and she is currently PTA president at Prairie View Elementary.  Micki lives in Lee’s Summit with her husband Jay Elton and her children:  Jonah and Avery.

pERSONAL mEMORY

I have several, but they are all the same in their origin. My favorite memories are my special every 3rd month dates with my Dad. There were three of us so he would take one of us out each month on a special date doing anything we wanted to do, within reason. Those are my best memories of him.

hOBBIES

Playing adult league soccer, reading, and playing with my kids.

Twila Lahey
Family Ministry Assistant
816.554.0929 ext. 114

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Twila Lahey first attended Lakeland as a college intern with the youth ministry in 2000.  She is now married to Jason Lahey and is the mother of two boys, Brighton and Baylor.  She holds a Bachelor of Science in Education and has nine years of public school teaching experience in math and reading.  She currently works part-time as an administrative assistant on the Family Ministry Team at Lakeland.

pERSONAL mEMORY

I hate picking favorites……cliché: meeting and holding Baylor for the first time :)

hOBBIES

I enjoy listening to and making music, dancing, reading, cooking and being outdoors.

Jo Scire
Emerging Leader

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Jo Scire grew up in Lees Summit with her parents and her older brother. She attended Summit Christian Academy from kindergarten to her recent graduation. She is currently a sophomore at Longview Community College completing her associates degree. In the fall, she will be attending UMKC for a degree in communications. She first began attending Lakeland as a kid and later reconnected through their high school ministry. Lakeland became a special place for her and she is so excited to be apart of such an amazing program. ​

pERSONAL mEMORY

My family is so important to me! A few years ago, we traveled to Italy to meet some distant family that still lives there and visit where my grandfather grew up. It was amazing to explore and be together with my family. ​

hOBBIES

I love books! Since I have been little, reading is easily one of my favorite pastimes. I will read any type of book, and I love learning new things! I also love to travel and be outdoors. ​

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Wale Odofin
Emerging Leader

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