MEET OUR ELDERS
The office of elder is given in Scripture to provide spiritual nurture and protection for the church. Elders are to shepherd the flock of Jesus Christ through the faithful ministry of the Word and prayer, and are to lead by godly example.
Elders have a duty to feed and tend the church as shepherds, to guide the body of Christ through faithful teaching, and to protect it from error.
Our Elders welcome hearing from you!
Send and email to elders@gracepointefc.org
JEFF BARBIERI
Jeff serves as our Lead Pastor at Grace Point. Before becoming our Lead Pastor, Jeff also served as our Executive Pastor for 5 years. He holds a Master’s Degree in Pastoral Leadership from Dallas Theological Seminary. Prior to seminary and full-time ministry, Jeff had a career in corporate real estate for 17 years. Jeff comes to Grace Point with a passion to disciple, equip, and empower God’s people for the work of ministry, both inside and outside the church. Jeff and Tamra have three grown children – Jenna, Laura, Jake, and daughter-in-law, Kirsten.
DR. JIM COLMAN
Jim and Becky Colman began attending Grace Point in 2016 and joined the church as members in 2017. Jim serves as the CEO at Lenawee Christian Ministries, the umbrella organization for Lenawee Christian School and The Christian Family Centre. He is an ordained minister and has enjoyed periodically preaching at Grace Point and other churches in the area as the opportunity arises. Becky is a homemaker who serves the Lord and others with her spiritual gifts of hospitality and generosity. She also takes her title of “Nana” for three grandchildren very seriously. Jim and Becky have two adult children. Kristin lives with her husband and three children in Grand Rapids. Michael is a professional opera singer who currently resides in Bloomington, IN.
JEFF ELY
Jeff and Julia Ely have been attending Grace Point since 2008 and became members in 2008. Julia is working toward a master’s degree in counseling. Jeff is a Controls Engineering Manager at a manufacturer in Jackson. Most Sunday’s you will find him teaching the Adult Bible Study, which is one of his favorite things to do. They have four adult children: Jalyn, Skyla (Dutch), Grant, and Jill.
CODY FINNEGAN
Cody, and his wife Erica, have been attending Grace Point for 9 years. Cody is a calibration engineer for Stellantis. Cody has previously served on the deacon board and currently serves as the 2 & 3’s helper, alongside Erica, in the Grace Kids Ministry. He has enjoyed serving in Caravan, Kids Camp, and many other church programs, and is currently active in their life group. Cody and Erica have 4 children Eli, Cal, Eva, and Ashton.
JERRY GONIEA
Jerry and his wife Becki have attended Grace Point since 2012, becoming members in 2014. Jerry has sung in the choir, helped lead worship on the worship team, served as a deacon, volunteered in Kids Camp, and taught Foundations class. Jerry has taught middle school and high school English at Lenawee Christian School since 2006. He and Becki live in Adrian with their six children: Isaac, Zach, Josh, Sisney, Kitty, and Zoee.
DAN HAMMARBERG
Dan serves as our Administrative Pastor at Grace Point. Before becoming our Administrative Pastor, Dan served for five years as Executive Pastor at Cornerstone Christian Church in Duncannon, PA and as the Youth Pastor at Susquehanna Valley EFC in Harrisburg, PA the previous three. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Bible and Youth Ministries from Lancaster Bible College. Most recently, Dan operated Diamond Sealcoat LLC, an asphalt maintenance company. Dan is passionate about behind-the-scenes details and helping others know Christ and equipping them to live out their mission in effective ministry. Dan and Kate have two children – Megan and Luke.
ANDY HAYTON
Andy and his wife Sarah have attended Grace Point since 2012 and become members in 2013. Andy sings in the choir and helps in Sunday school for the kids. He is a sales representative for Church Mutual. He and Sarah live in Sand Creek with their son Dashel.
GARRY OSTRANDER
Garry and his wife Ruby Mae have attended Grace Point since January, 2001 and became members in 2002. Garry served previously on the Elder Team. He has taught in years past in Sunday morning Adult Bible Fellowships and he and Ruby Mae have been active members in a Life Group since the very beginning of Life Groups at Grace Point and for most years have been leaders. Both have served in the Children’s Ministry for several years Ruby Mae started a ladies’ prayer group several years ago and continues as an active participant. Garry retired in 2004 but served his former employer as a consultant through 2009. Garry and Ruby live in Adrian. They have four adult children – three daughters and one son. Lorelei Carlson lives in Allegan. Kimberly Korpak lives in Grand Rapids. Melinda Ostrander lives in Ypsilanti. Their son, Garry lives in Hyden, Kentucky. They have 17 grandchildren.
JEFF TYSON
Jeff and his wife Ruth have attended Grace Point since 2014 and became members in 2015. He runs the soundboard on Sunday mornings and has previously served on the Deacon Board. Jeff works at The Christian Family Centre as the Operations Director. Jeff and Ruth live in Adrian with their 3 children, Jenna, James, and Lydia.
BILL WISE
Bill and Linda Wise have been at Grace Point for twelve years. Bill is serving his second four-year term on the elder board and Linda is a Stephen ministry leader. They have two daughters and six grandchildren. The Wise’s are both retired.