Rob is a ragamuffin who lives to love Jesus, his wife, Michelle his adult daughters - Maddie, Whit, & Belle, and his extended spiritual family in his neighborhood. He’s also one of the founding leaders and directors of the Kansas City Underground and serves as a training specialist on the North American team of NewThing, a global tribe equipping catalytic leaders who believe in working together to plant churches and advance the Jesus Mission.

Rob is also the Director of Microchurch Next for Exponential, creating conversations and training around the resurgence of the microchurch in the West. His latest book is The Starfish and the Spirit: Unleashing the Leadership Potential of Churches and Organizations, which he co-wrote with Lance Ford and Alan Hirsch. He digs reading, live music and making music, great coffee, jogging with his dog Atticus, and hiking with Michelle in the woods and plains of Kansas, as there are no mountains currently available.

Melissa LaGree is a passionate educator and leader, currently serving as the Kids Ministry Director at Westside Family Church. Married to Andy LaGree, they have two energetic boys, Maddox and Bennett, and two beloved dogs, George and Charlie.

Melissa began her professional journey in education after completing her undergraduate degree in secondary education at Kansas State University and later earned a master’s in Education Leadership from Benedictine College. For 12 years, she dedicated herself to shaping young minds as a high school teacher before transitioning to vocational ministry in 2018.

With a heart for community and service, Melissa has found her calling in guiding the spiritual growth of children at Westside Family Church. Her favorite book of the Bible is Luke, reflecting her love for stories that emphasize compassion and grace.

Beyond her ministry, Melissa enjoys a good cup of coffee, tending to her garden and plants, and diving into books. She cherishes time spent with family and friends, finding joy in the simple yet meaningful moments of life.

Dr. Sharon Walker is a dynamic prayer warrior who delights in education. She earned her Doctorate degree in May 2021 in Church Administration and Christian Education with a dream to touch lives far beyond the pulpit. Out of her passions birthed many ministries including Kingdom Christian Academy, Women of Grace, and Reading Always Matters. By way of her ministries, Dr. Walker has developed and blessed many in her church, community, and around the world.

Dr. David and Sharon Walker are the Senior and Executive Pastors of Harvest Christian Center Intl. They have been married for nearly thirty years and have two wonderful children, Melissa and Stephen, and one granddaughter, Chloe.

Sarah has served in the local church since grade school from passing out bulletins and offering plates to singing in her parents' choir. In her college years, Sarah helped build youth programs in a local church in Ohio and in Turner, KS during her summers. These were pivotal in Sarah’s growth of becoming the educator she is today. The classroom has been her mission field for the last seventeen years, serving eleven years at the middle school level and now she is in her sixth year at the high school level. 

Sarah has been a Westsider since 2007 and in 2015 joined a group of people to plant Westside Leavenworth. She has served in the youth ministry and can now be found behind a camera or in the production booth on Sunday mornings. Sarah can also be found at dinner and a movie, on a walk outside, or traveling to a new place with family and friends.

Jenni Reed brings over 25 years of experience in sales and leadership, currently serving as the Vice President and Recruit Department Manager at Armed Forces Bank. Throughout her career, Jenni has demonstrated a passion for empowering others to achieve their full potential. As a Certified John Maxwell Team Coach and Trainer, her mission is to help individuals and organizations break through new levels of success by identifying performance gaps, raising awareness, and inspiring transformative change.

In addition to her professional achievements, Jenni is a repeat keynote speaker for the Greater Kansas City Chapter's "Out of the Darkness" American Suicide Prevention Walk, where she advocates for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. A dedicated community leader, she is the past president of the Chamber of Commerce Young Professional Connections (YPC) program and an alumna of the Chamber's Leadership program, where she now serves on the advisory committee.

Jenni’s leadership extends globally, having been the keynote speaker at the 2023 International Women’s Day Celebration Gala in St. Eustatius, where she inspired attendees with her message of empowerment and resilience.

A committed Christian, Jenni reaffirmed her faith five years ago and is dedicated to growing in Christ. She values her close-knit circle of friends and her loving family, drawing strength from her relationships as she continues to lead and inspire both personally and professionally.

With a background in psychology and experience in elementary education, Lori developed a drive for letting each child know that they are seen and deeply loved. This passion has led her into ministry to kids. 

One of her greatest passions is breaking the stigma of mental health for Christians and empowering people to use the tools that God has given them to live a free life. Her husband, Kenny, and three children (Mackenzie, 20; Warren, 16; and Hannah, 12), have been a military family for a long time.

In 2019, the Laps moved to Leavenworth and now call it home. Lori loves baking, reading, music, generally causing shenanigans, and above all—she loves her three Boston Terriers, Max, Bonnie, and Clyde.

Rachel Chapin Martinez is a daughter of the Most High King; saved, rescued, delivered, and set free by the grace of God. Her passion is His Passion: loving God, loving people, and setting captives free.

Rachel's calling is to be the hands and feet of Jesus. She is led and equipped by the Holy Spirit to lead believers to the reality of freedom in Christ and victorious living. Rachel is a Christian life coach, counselor, victor's advocate, and public speaker who instills confidence and helps lead people to the promised abundant life. Her personal testimony and journey of survival displays the overwhelming presence of Jesus's love. Her calling and determination is to live out God's purpose for her life and help others do the same.

Rachel is certified as a professional life coach by the Institute of Professional Coaching. She is also a certified chaplain trained by the Sacramento, California Police Department to help people in crises. She works with non-profit organizations as an advocate for the least of these.

As a United States Army veteran, Rachel healed from multiple injuries and has endeavored to help others know healing and wholeness.

Rachel's greatest desire and mission is to share love with each person she meets in a powerful way for complete restoration physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

Myranda Agnew is a dedicated advocate for her community and serves as the Executive Director of the Leavenworth Interfaith Community of Hope. She loves God fiercely, has a heart for people and a passion for service. Myranda holds a Bachelors degree in Management and Human Resources and a Masters in Business Administration.

When she's not working to create sustainable solutions and fostering partnerships that address housing insecurity, she’s out on an adventure with her best friend and husband, Ryan, their two daughters, Addyson and Braylee… and a foster kiddo or two. Not only are Ryan and Myranda foster parents, they lead a foster care ministry which supports foster families.

Myranda’s commitment to service is driven by her faith, striving daily to offer grace and love to those around her as she follows Jesus’ example.

Cassie Robinson fills her days with balancing work, three energetic kids, ministry commitments, and a pack of enthusiastic dogs - all while nurturing her insatiable passion for books. When she's not immersed in family life, you can find her engaged in deep and meaningful conversations or attempting to keep her houseplants alive (with varying degrees of success). Cassie also has a keen eye for unique treasures and enjoys scouring flea markets and thrift stores for hidden gems. Always ready with an engaging story or insightful perspective, Cassie brings warmth and wit to every conversation.

Kasey has been gratefully married to Cassie since 2003. They share their lives together with three kids, ranging in ages 10-14 years old. Kasey and Cassie have been in ministry since 1999 and are passionate for Jesus and His Church. Kasey has served on staff at Westside Family Church in Leavenworth, KS since its beginning in 2016.