The Team
The leadership team at Redeemer is here to make sure you are served well, whether it’s your first or five-hundredth time through our doors. We do that in a bunch of different ways, but we all love our church, our city, and the God who cares more for anyone than anyone ever could.
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Rob Berreth
Pastor
Lead Pastor
I’m Rob. My wife Kati and I planted Redeemer in 2007 after helping plant churches in Seattle, WA and Boston, MA. I earned an MDiv from Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. Great experience that I still benefit from...and pay for ;) I have one wife, four kids, and get to serve an incredible church. I might be the "luckiest" man on earth. One fun fact: I love trail running, but my knees hate it. One Depressing fact: The only place in the Bible my name shows up is as a sin. Bummer.
Paul Cunningham
Pastor
Executive Pastor
I’m Paul. I’m a bit of a mutt, having spent time in Louisiana, Ohio, Alabama, Tennessee, Texas, North Carolina, Washington D.C., and Mississippi. My wife, Amy, and our three kids joined Redeemer in 2021 and have loved our time in the PNW. Being near mountains and the ocean at the same time is so fun. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, running, reading, and cooking. I make a mean chocolate lava cake.
Janel Davis
Redeemer Kids Director
Redeemer Kids, Discipleship and Parent Partnership
I’m Janel. I grew up in the PNW. I love kids; there’s so much joy, wonder, and authentic feeling in how they live, and that honesty can bring us all closer to the heart of Jesus. My husband and I have two kids and we are often out on the trails or at parks with them. When I’m not playing Risk with my son or making earrings with my daughter, you can find me writing poetry or dreaming about a new haircut for my poodle. (Did anyone say mullet?!) I’m eager to meet you and your kids and support families in drawing close to Jesus.
SaraAnn Evans
Redeemer Kids Coordinator
Redeemer Kids, Discipleship and Parent Partnership
I’m SaraAnn. My husband Reuben and I have lived in Bellingham since 2008. I love this beautiful city and the amazing people I have met here! We have 4 energetic kids who’s favorite activities include having our home filled with friends and delicious food on a weekly basis. My cup is most full when I am playing a board game with family, enjoying coffee with a friend or spending quiet time at the water, breathing in the views of the PNW.
Amy Cunningham
Redeemer Kids Coordinator
Redeemer Kids, Discipleship and Parent Partnership
I’m Amy. I am wife to the amazing Paul Cunningham. I am blessed with the gift of being momma to 3 of the most wonderful kiddos in all the world, Nate, Kyleigh, and Emma. There is nothing I love more than being a wife and a momma. We moved to Washington in 2021 all the way from Mississippi! We have adored living in and exploring the PNW. In my happiest moments, you will find me on the sidelines watching one of my kiddos do what they love (basketball, horseback, soccer, volleyball…all the things!) I love being their cheerleader (and a loud one according to my husband lol!). To refresh, you will find me with a cup of coffee and some earbuds listening to worship music or podcast).
Dane Burgess
Operations/Redeemer Students Director
Redeemer Students, Facilities/Admin, Assimilation/Mobilization
I’m Dane. I am known around Redeemer as a social guy who is connected to everyone. I truly enjoy people and their stories. My wife Jahnel and I have three beautiful daughters. They are as social as we are. Our daughters love when people come over for dinner so they can show them their toys. I love to read, watch sports, play fantasy baseball, read…and, oh yeah, did I mention I love to read.
Corbin Watkins
Music Director
Sunday Worship
I’m Corbin. A Skagit native, I was born and raised in Mount Vernon. I served as both student and worship pastor on staff for seven years at the church my parents pastored for 30 years. I’m married to Alli, who is a licensed midwife. Our 3 children are Ulysses (7), Fiona (4), and Oslo (Bob! 2). Amidst all the chaos, I try to find time to play soccer, write music, run a small letterpress print shop, freelance some graphic design, perfect my cookie recipes... and a partridge in a pear tree.
Sierra Suit
Sunday & Communications Coordinator
Sunday Services Coordinator, Church Wide Communications
I’m Sierra. I grew up in Washington and initially moved to Bellingham to attend WWU, and stayed because of Redeemer! I started out as an intern in 2020 and am honored to now serve as a staff member. At Western, I studied international business and French, and am now pursuing further education in biblical counseling, which I love! Some of my favorite things include figure skating, traveling, sunny days and quality time with friends.
Ethan Potts
Elder
Congregational Care
I’m Ethan. I grew up in Whatcom County and have lived in the area my whole life and I love it! I have been a part of Redeemer Church even before the first official service in 2007. I was the first non-staff elder/pastor installed in the church and I still love serving and being a part of this community. I love sports and enjoy quality time with family and friends. I have been married to my beautiful wife Kelli since 2005 and we also have three wonderful children - Lucy, Madeline and Kenesa.
Fred Bengen
Elder
Congregational Care
I’m Fred. Born and raised in Whatcom County, married to my wife, Debbie, since 1971. We have been a part of Redeemer Church since November 2018. Before Redeemer, I have been a Youth Pastor and an Associate Pastor. I was also the Pastor of Marietta Community Church for 13 years. We love hosting events at our home and serving others in and outside of the church. We have a son and daughter, 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. We feel truly blessed by a truly gracious and good God.
Rob Corley
Elder
Congregational Care
My wife, Stephanie, and I arrived in Bellingham five years ago after spending a few decades in the Atlanta area where we served in an amazing church community. Upon visiting Redeemer, we never looked any further. There is not a more welcoming community of faith anywhere in our experience. We co-founded a ministry in Cambodia in 2009, The Lydia Project, which we love to care for… and we are greatly blessed with a son, Jonathan and his wife Kristen, and our grandson Cooper, plus an amazing daughter, Summar.
Serving God is a great adventure!
Deacons
Dane Burgess, Kara Swanson, Derek Schrock, Eman Nagib
Advisory Team
Jim Thompson, Kati Berreth, Jim Woods, Erin Dworzak, Marc Mullen, Vanessa Ellis, John Groce, Sierra Suit