Meet the Staff
Dan Stipp
Senior Pastor
Dan came to LGC in 2008 after 25 years of starting Churches, leading turn-around Churches and facilitating growth in University town Churches in the Midwest. He has been passionate about creating a culture in which people can connect with God and others, grow as healthy Christ-followers to become who God wants them to be, and serve in a way that fulfills their part in God's plan with each other. He enjoys weekly dates and special trips with his wife, Cindy, being connected with his family, staying fit, exploring California through seasonal camping trips and outings, and enjoying a variety of experiences with the LGC family.
Brandon Van Dyk
Executive Pastor
Brandon grew up in southern California and came to the mountain in 2013 to start working at Lake Gregory Church. He is passionate about multiplying disciples and LGC being a church every generation loves. He enjoys new adventures with his wife and two kids, DIY projects, and exploring national parks.

Ben Replogle
Youth Pastor
Ben has a passion for discipling young people and seeing the work of Jesus carry through their lives. He has over 8 years of youth ministry experience. He is married to his best friend/co-adventurer Cece and together they have two boys. Ben enjoys nerding out on all things related to Jesus and venturing to the top of the highest mountains he can find.

Joelle Stout
Children's Director
Joelle has been part of our church family for many years, starting when she joined our Mountain Christian Homeschool Co-op, of which she is now a co-director. She also teaches a preschool dance class at Lake Arrowhead School of Dance. Joelle loves spending time with her three children. She has a passion to teach and disciple the children of our community.

Andrew Newberry
Worship & Audio Visual Director
Andrew grew up in the Portland, OR area, eventually graduating from George Fox University with a degree in Business Management and a minor in Music Composition. He met his wife, Nichole, while working at a Christian camp, and shortly began attending Lake Gregory Church. They are blessed with five children. It is his desire to, along with the wonderful volunteers of the worship and A/V teams, help set the table for people to be in relationship with Jesus Christ through music and songs intentionally written to bring praise and glory to our Heavenly Father.

Renee Bronstrup
Accounting Specialist
Renee has been living in the Crestline area and a part of Lake Gregory Church since 1999 when she was married, here in this church, to a local boy. For the past 22 years, she has been a stay-at-home mother, homeschooling and raising her family. As her kids grew older and she knew homeschooling time would end, she began pursuing a degree in business administration and finance. Renee enjoys numbers, spending time with family, being outside, and traveling. She is excited to return to work and serve this community.

Nichole Newberry
Administration
Nichole grew up in the San Bernardino mountains and has been involved in Lake Gregory Church in a number of different volunteer capacities. Now on staff, Nichole supports the LGC ministry in an administrative capacity as well as serving in other areas including Hospitality and the Worship Team. Nichole is a mother to five incredible children and provides a joyful spirit to the church staff.
Chris Dorius
Building & Grounds
Chris has been attending LGC since he was 9 years old. Having lived in the corner of Lake Arrowhead his whole life, he loves exploring, adrenaline, laughing, and investing in others. He enjoys seeing the fruit of his labor and helping other people see theirs too.

Denise Bates
Janitor
Denise has lived on the mountain with her husband, Chris, for many years. She has two daughters. Denise loves gardening, animals, and spending time with her family. She blesses all of us by her bright countenance, her caring spirit, and her eagerness to help the Church in any way she can.
Meet the Elders


Ben Beitzel


Bruce Wegner
Craig Phillips
Dan Stipp

Keith Yoshimura


