Evan Hauer was born in Fergus Falls, MN, and moved to Aberdeen in 2018 when Arise was planted. Since then, Evan has taken an interest in media production and videography which led him to serve as the Digital Media Producer for the church. In his free time, Evan enjoys watching new movies, throwing shot put, and weightlifting.  

Joe grew up in Minnesota and worked on the railroad until he answered his call to ministry. Going back to school he started working as a youth pastor. Excited to do Church in a new way by Loving God, Serving People, and Leading others into a relationship with Jesus, he set off to plant Arise Church.

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Sarah Huffman grew up in Fergus Falls, MN where she later received her Associate’s degree from MSCTC. From there, Sarah spent some time traveling to serve on a mission trip in Ireland. During this time she felt confirmed in her call to ministry and soon after was able to connect with Arise Church where she now serves as the Executive Pastor. Since moving to Aberdeen, she has earned a Bachelor’s degree in Christian Ministry through Trevecca Nazarene University. She is passionate about helping people take their next step in growing their faith and community. In her spare time, Sarah loves spending time with friends and family, serving with Emerge Youth, running, watching movies, and drinking coffee!

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Born and raised in Aberdeen, Cameron has always had a connection to God, growing up in church and being actively involved in studies and media teams at several through the years. Despite having this background, however, he's been on a wild roller coaster of a faith journey that God's been utilizing to make him into the man he should have been a long time ago. Coming to Arise for the first time near the beginning of 2021 was one of numerous things God has used to accelerate this growth. In his free time, Cameron enjoys nearly any activity—indoors or out—as long as it includes his family and friends, though he isn't opposed to a day alone here and there, too. He makes music, is an avid Fortnite fan, and gets a literal kick out of long-boarding.

A "West River" product, Brian's early life was spent on the Indian Reservations in western SD. Moving to Brookings, SD to attend SD State University (Go Jacks!!), he met his wife, Debra, and was active in his local church. He answered the call to ministry and moved to Aberdeen in 2001 to become the pastor of Aberdeen Wesleyan Church (now Hub City Church), where he served for 12 years. Brian and Debra have 12 kiddos and 3 grandkids. In his "spare" time, he enjoys watching Chuck Norris movies, reading history/biographies, and listening to classic 80's rock (yes, he's a Boomer...).

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Allie Lynch grew up in Oakes, ND where she currently resides with her family. After graduating college from the University of Jamestown, she taught 2nd grade for 4 years before making the decision to stay home with her two kiddos, Briar and Truett. She is excited to return to her teaching roots as she embarks on the adventure of being the K5 Director at Arise. When not sharing the love of Jesus with little people, Allie enjoys playing catch with Truett, portraying whatever role she’s given in Briar’s make believe games, and spending time outside with her husband, Jordan. 

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Hope grew up in Aberdeen, SD graduating from Aberdeen Central. She has a beautiful daughter who recently made her a grandma to a perfect little boy! She has battled numerous health conditions throughout her life. The newest one led her to Arise Church where she reconnected with her faith. Having always had a connection with children, the call to teach and love them was an easy decision. In her free time she enjoys volunteering to help others, crafting, gardening, reading, watching movies and making memories with family and friends. 

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