ELDERS
Elders are set apart for the ministry of the Word, for watching over the souls of the members of our congregation. Along with their work of prayer for and concern for the welfare of the saints, they exercise gentle leadership over the Gospel ministry work we all partner together to do. They ensure that the Scriptures and Christ’s Gospel are faithfully proclaimed, and that the sacraments are rightly administered.
Barrett Marcantel
Senior Pastor & Elder
Though Barrett hails from the more temperate climate of Southwest Louisiana, he enjoys the varied seasons and cooler air of Sheboygan County. He grew up in Kinder, Louisiana. It is a small town, just on the edge of Cajun country. He received a bachelor of arts in theology from Moody Bible Institute in December of 2004 and a master of arts in systematic theology from Wheaton Graduate School in May of 2012. He previously served as the senior pastor in two other churches before coming to Hingham: the First Baptist Church of Evangeline (LA) and the First Baptist Church of Elton (LA). He is married to Alicia, and they have 4 children: Connor, Christi, Ellie, and Ivy. Pastor Barrett enjoys Country music, cooking Cajun food, and philosophizing around a campfire.
Kevin Bruggink
Growing up in a small Presbyterian church in nearby Cedar Grove, Kevin transferred his membership to Hingham 35+ yrs ago when he moved in next door to the church with his wife LuAnn. Since then God has blessed them with two daughters, Paige and Cameron, who love Jesus. Kevin views his work in the Oostburg School District as a place where he can show God’s love to others. Kevin loves to SCUBA dive, bike, and play sports, but these days primarily enjoys time with his family and their horses.
rod dirkse
Rod was born and raised in Hingham and has always attended Hingham Church. Fifty years ago, he married Sherry and they raised Greg & Pat and were always active in the church. Greg & Robin now live in Oostburg and have 4 children. Pat & Julie live in Compton California with their 2 children where they planted a church that Hingham Church supports. Serving as an elder can be challenging but Rod hopes to do what he can at Hingham to further His kingdom. He and Sherry feel blessed to be a part of the family of God in Hingham.
Kurt Dulmes
Vice President of Elders
Kurt grew up in Hingham, and has attended Hingham Church since kindergarten. He is married to Michele and has two daughters, Morgan and Kelsie. Kurt works as an account manager for Drexel Building Supply, and enjoys going to his daughters’ school events with Michele. In his spare time, he plays guitar and enjoys reading and bass fishing.
Greg kanz
Greg has grown up in the Hingham Church, and has lived in the Hingham area his whole life. He has been married to Melissa for 26 years, and together have raised two daughters, Samantha & Sydney. Now empty-nesters, they enjoy social events, spending time in God’s great outdoors, and doing their best to love God, love people, and bring them together.
Jason Eirring
Jason moved to Oostburg when he was 11 years old and started attending church at that time. He attended Moraine Park Technical College after high school where he served an electrical apprenticeship. During this time he strayed away from the Christian faith; thankfully the Holy Spirit was at work in his life to bring him to the Lord. He is married to Amanda and they have 4 children. Jason and Amanda own and operate Complete Water Inc. where they enjoy serving the community with their services. He has served Hingham Church through teaching Sunday school, serving as a deacon, and helping with media. Jason enjoys God’s creation while spending a lot of time outdoors through cycling, hunting, and fishing at his cabin up north with his family.
ZacH Rogers
Zach Rogers has been a part of Hingham Church for his whole life. Zach grew up in Oostburg and now lives in Hingham with his wife and two sons. He finds joy in the Lord through his work at Oostburg Elementary School as a 3rd grade teacher and with all the wrestlers as Oostburg's head wrestling coach. Also, Zach enjoys working with the youth of Hingham Church, doing activities outdoors, and playing all sorts of games.
brad mentink
Elder Clerk
Brad has been a member of Hingham church since 1993. He is married to Kris and has 2 daughters, Kayla and Rachel, a son in-law Tyler, and a grandson Wesley. Brad works at Energenecs in Saukville where he is the Operations Manager and a Project Manager. In his spare time, he enjoys riding bike, working in his woodworking shop, and taking road trips with Kris.
DEACONS
Deacons are set apart as models of excellent service, watching over the tangible needs of the church. They are quick to notice and respond to needs from church members as they arise. They are leaders who are gifted at organizing works of service, and mobilizing combined ministry efforts.
Deacons are an indispensable support to the elders, so that the elders are able to pay greater attention to the ministry of the Word.
Steve Oppeneer - Financial
Scott Ring - Chairman of Deacons
Scott Arndt - Facilities
Todd Huenink - Parsonage
Beth Rauwerdink - Financial - Receipts
Jewel Rauwerdink - Outreach Ministry
Bill Ver Velde - Hospitality Ministry
Angela Ring - Connect Ministry
Jon Arentsen
Ryan Dekker
Joel Dolfin
Gary Hesselink
Alec Westerbeke