OUR STAFF

What I like most about OHFUMC: Three things I especially love about this church are that we yearn to be family for one another, we live to come alongside others in loving aid, and we value community discipleship.
Family: I am the middle child of five kids, raised in Spokane, Washington by loving parents who were married for 63 years. I met and married the love of my life (Cara) in 1986 and two precious twins joined us for the journey in 1990 (our son Caleb and our daughter Caitlin). Finally, the unanimous favorite family member of all is our precious dog Jackson, who serves as our counselor, therapist and spirit lifter!
Education & Career history: I hold a BA in Demography from Western Washington University and an MDiv in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. I served at a rural church circuit in Northern Idaho and Western Montana before serving various churches in Washington: Walla Walla, Richland, and now Oak Harbor since July of 2016.
Favorite TV show: I love all things HGTV when it comes to renovations, restorations and rehabbing properties. I also love cooking competitions shows. I suppose I am drawn to the amazing joy of watching artisans in action create their masterpieces!
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why? My current 2 favorite places are: Glendale, AZ where our daughter Caitlin and her husband Kyle live and minister; and Newbury Park, CA where our son Caleb and his wife Sydney live and work. My heart longs for family!

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What I like most about OHFUMC: It is a caring family.
Family: I have a brother, sister, and half-brother.
Education: AA from Cerritos College-CA and BA from Cal State Univ. Long
Beach, CA
Favorite TV show: Jeopardy
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why? Japan, to experience the people, the culture, buildings, and beauty of the country.

What I like most about OHFUMC: The people are always welcoming, kind, and understanding. It’s very much like a church family.
Family: I’ve lived here in Oak Harbor all of my life with my parents, grandmother, and of course our furry friends!
Education & Career history: I’ve been heavily involved in assisting the community with audio visual production work since I was 9 years old. I graduated from Oak Harbor High School in 2021 and am now working as an independent contractor so I can continue to provide high quality technical expertise/skills to Whidbey Island and other areas as I begin my career. I am constantly expanding my knowledge and credibility through professional training programs.
Favorite TV show: YouTube and other platforms like it have allowed me to consistently learn and teach myself about my interests. This has proven to be very beneficial in not only staying up to date with technology but also helping to build a solid foundation for continued research.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why? Places like Shenzhen and Taiwan are intriguing for technology enthusiasts. There’s always something new and interesting to see!

What I like most about OHFUMC: I love the warmth of our community and congregation. Everyone is incredibly friendly and supportive of each others spiritual and personal life.
Family: My sister Jennifer and I grew up in a family of missionaries. My parents, Ismael and Rocio, served in the remote areas of the central-northern region of Colombia. My father is currently a Professor of Theology at the Adventist University of Colombia.
Education: My career as a musician started at a very early age, and church became the first space for me to make music as a soloist singer and accompanist for the liturgy. During my teen years I continued formal lessons in Saxophone and Music Theory and self-explored multiple instruments, including the guitar and piano. All this moved me to pursue music after high school, so I went on to complete a Bachelor of Music in Music Education at the Adventist University of Colombia, and graduate degrees at the Adventist University of the Philippines (MA), Andrews University (MM), and the University of Cincinnati (DMA).
Favorite book, movie, or TV show: Some of my favorite movies are August Rush, Life is Beautiful, and The Legend of 1900, all with beautiful music of course. I love reading about the abstract science of music, especially when the publication is written by a composer or compiled by a critic. Inspirational books are also appealing to me. For instance, Who Moved My Cheese? made a huge impact in my life as a teenager.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why? I have yet to visit Austria! I'd like to see all the musical history in that region. Also, I'd love to travel to less visited places like Tuvalu, Dominica, Liechtenstein, and Iran.

What I like most about OHFUMC: The generosity of people. Whether it's hugs, or time, or money, or food, people are so willing to step up and do what is needed.
Family: I am married to Mike Bain, and have 3 step daughters, Jessica, Emily and Meredith.
Education & Career history: I graduated from high school in Sheridan, Wyoming. I graduated from Pacific Lutheran University with a Bachelor's Degree in Choral Music Education. And then I went and got a Master's degree from the University of Washington in Library and Information Science. I have worked in college and university libraries, hospital libraries and school libraries since 1992.
Favorite TV show: Right now it's The Masked Singer.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why? Ireland, because I have roots there although I really don't know who. I only know I have a many times great grandmother from County Cork.