Pastoral Search Committee

Matt Cain

Alice and I have been members of Redeemer for 20 years and are the parents of Caleb (age 23) and our adopted son Scott, along with his wife Katie and their son Zane. I have served on the finance committee, helped count the offering for many years, served in children’s and middle school ministry, participated on the First Impressions team, and have been part of the same small group for 15 years.

Sharla McLaughlin

Sharla McLaughlin and her family—Justin, Avery, Collier, and Amelia—have been attending Redeemer since 2020. She has served in multiple capacities, including the Worship Team, Women’s Ministry Team, and the decorating team. She has also had the privilege of teaching women’s Bible studies. Sharla is a retired nurse and holds a BSN from Southern Nazarene University. She loves this body of believers and is grateful for how this community has been a significant part of her continued spiritual growth and in encouraging her spiritual gifts.

Brandon Geister

My name is Brandon Geister. I’m married to Emily, and we have three children: Benaiah (12), Elora (9), and Steven (7). I’ve been a member of Redeemer for 10 years, and Emily has been a member since she was in high school in the early 2000s. I have served on the prayer team for the past five years and have periodically taught Sunday school classes. This coming year, Emily and I will be leading the young adults’ Sunday school class.

I was drawn to Redeemer after we moved to Tulsa in 2015 because of the people in the congregation. Over the years, many in our friend community have come from our Redeemer family. I’m humbled to join the pastoral search committee, and I look forward to continuing at Redeemer for years to come.

Kerrick Draper

Our family joined Redeemer 17 years ago after moving here from Birmingham, AL. Tracy and I have been married for 37 years. We have four adult children: Allandra Draper; her twin sister, Garrah Welk, who is married to David; Sydney Rippy, who is married to Andrew; and Kelton Draper. You may recall that Redeemer supports the Welks as missionaries in Tokyo.

Tracy and I have served numerous times over the years as greeters, and I previously served on the Nominating Committee. We currently co-lead the Young Adult Growth Group alongside Scott and Nan Hjelm. We have also participated in multiple adult small groups for many years. If voted in, I look forward to serving on the committee as the Lord God Almighty leads.

Tami Roach

Tami Roach has been a member of Redeemer Church since 1989. She has been on staff since 2011, beginning as the Executive Assistant to the Senior Pastor and Worship Pastor before settling into her current position as First Impressions and Events Coordinator. Tami and Glenn have been married for 38 years. They have three grown children, two daughters-in-law, and one grandson, all living on the West Coast. They are often found on SWA flights headed to California and Washington!

Terry Bell

Dr. Terry Bell is an adjunct professor of psychology, theology, and philosophy at Oklahoma Wesleyan University. He has extensive experience teaching and writing in the areas of Christian thought, spiritual formation, and the integration of psychology and theology. Dr. Bell has also served for many years in various ministries, bringing a pastoral heart and a deep commitment to the care of souls. He has traveled extensively and served as a lead pastor for over 50 years. He and his wife, Jan, live in Tulsa and are actively involved at Redeemer Church.

Scott Hjelm

I’m Scott Hjelm, and I’m a charter member of Redeemer Church. My brother and I served as youth teachers when we first started as a congregation. My wife is Nanette, and we have raised our four children with Redeemer as our home church. We are involved in our Sunday School class, Generations, and we lead a small group for those in their 20s–30s every other week. Our church family has been a huge part of our growth as believers and of our children’s faith journeys into adulthood.

Beth Hill

I’m Beth Hill, and my family and I have been at Redeemer since 2018. I have served in kids’ ministry and women’s ministry, and I am currently serving as a 9th-grade small group leader and wrapping up my first year on the leadership team.

I am wife to Matt, mom to Caroline (13), Henry (11), and Georgia (8), and I work as a PA at a skin care clinic in town

Karen Grunst

Karen Grunst and her husband, Marty, have been members of Redeemer for almost 16 years. They are blessed with two grown sons, Henry and Ethan. When the boys were young, Karen helped teach Sunday School and VBS. She has served on the counting team and the Nominating Committee. More recently, Karen helped develop and launch the young adult Sunday School class. She is the current Chair of the Leadership Team, with one year remaining in her term. In her spare time, Karen enjoys playing tennis, hiking, creative writing, and spending time with family and friends.

Leadership Team

Rick Long

Rick Long has been blessed to be a part of the Redeemer family since 2021. An experienced communicator, Rick happily served on the editorial teams for the Genesis and Walking the Way summer study guides. During his three-year term on the Men’s Ministry Team, he launched the Redeemer Men Monthly e-newsletter to inform, inspire, and connect the men of our church. Rick has also been active in Redeemer’s spiritual formation efforts, serving as both a Journey Group participant and leader.

Rick’s career path has included work as an attorney, business owner, and trade association executive. Since his retirement in 2021, Rick has kept a small getaway office at CityPlex Towers, where he reads, writes inspirational stories, and pursues scholarly studies on Abraham Lincoln’s life and legacy. Married for almost 44 years, Rick and his wife, Patti, have three adult children and recently welcomed their first three grandchildren into the world!

Peter McAdams

Peter McAdams is a fourth-generation Tulsan. He graduated from Cascia Hall and attended the University of Oklahoma and the University of Tulsa, where he received his degree. While at TU, he met the love of his life, Tiffany. They have been married for 22 years. Tiffany is a speech pathologist and serves as a principal at Jenks West Elementary. Peter and Tiffany have three children—Harper (18), Adeline (16), and Palmer (12). Harper attends the University of Alabama, Adeline attends Jenks High School, and Palmer attends Jenks Middle School.

Peter has been involved in many boards and ministries over the years, but he most enjoys his current role as a small group leader in the high school youth group. When he is not spending time with family or traveling to Tuscaloosa, he works for Firstar Bank in Tulsa. Two dogs are not mentioned due to behavioral issues.

Bob Ogle

Bob is a Charter Member of Redeemer, serving in many roles over the past 38 years, teaching all ages of the children’s programs from elementary through high school. He has navigated many leadership roles, including chairing numerous search committees. He currently enjoys singing in the choir, golfing with his many friends, and officiating golf tournaments for the PGA and USGA. He and Mary Beth have supported numerous charities, including BSF, Young Life, Samaritan’s Purse, Power of a Nickel missions, and others.

After working as an exploration geophysicist in the oil industry for 42 years, he now enjoys travel, biking, golf, and almost all sports. He has been married for 50 years, and he and Mary Beth have eight grandchildren in Dallas and Bentonville, Arkansas.

Nominating Committee

Gretchen Guillette

Redeemer has been my church home for more than 30 years—the place where Brian and I raised our kids and where we continue to grow, learn, and invest. For nearly two decades, I served on Redeemer’s staff in several capacities and am grateful for the deep roots and impactful relationships that continue to shape my faith and commitment to this community. I believe strongly in Redeemer’s successful future.

Professionally, my work centers on mission-driven leadership and community building. After five years helping develop The Common Good in Northwest Tulsa, my current role is with the Tulsa Police Foundation as the Director of Operations and Community Partnerships, supporting projects that strengthen and uplift the Tulsa community.

Jennifer Jennings

My husband, Jon, and I have been married for 20 years and are proud parents of four children: Alexandra (17), Addison (15), and twin boys, Jack and Bennett (13).

Originally from Chicago, Jon and I spent the first 10 years of our marriage living in Scottsdale, Arizona, before moving to Tulsa in 2016.

After a 15-year career as an AVP of Operations at Chubb Insurance, I felt the Lord calling me to step away from the corporate world and devote my time and heart to my family.

My husband’s career brought us to Tulsa, and we were warmly welcomed by everyone at Redeemer.

After settling here, I sensed a new calling and joined Redeemer Preschool in 2018 as a teacher. I continue to joyfully teach there and delight in sharing Christ’s love with our sweet preschoolers.

In my free time, I love serving in the youth ministries at Redeemer, watching our children’s extracurricular activities, and cherishing every moment spent with my family. Grateful for God’s grace and direction in every season, I strive to live a life grounded in faith, service, and love.

Alice Cain

I have been a member of Redeemer for 20 years. I have been married to Matt Cain for 30 years, and we are the parents of Caleb (age 23) and our adopted son Scott, his wife Katie, and their son Zane. I serve in the women’s ministry and have helped in various areas with the children’s groups when my son was younger. My husband and I have also been part of the same small group for 15 years.