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Group Bios - 20SP

Colin + Katie

NAME: Colin Shalosky ENNEAGRAM #: 2 Meet Colin! He’s currently studying Mechanical Engineering at the UofL Speed School and works for Altec in Elizabethtown, KY! In his free time, you’ll find him hanging out with his dog Lucy at the park or hanging outside with his friends! He came to the Return shortly after he had started college and kept coming back because he found it to be a great environment to deepen his relationship with God! NAME: Katie Schafer ENNEAGRAM #: 2 Meet Katie! She is currently a senior at IUS pursuing a degree in Psychology. She also works at West Clark Schools as a Psychology Assistant! In her free time, you'll find her drinking coffee and playing ultimate frisbee! She came to the Return after being invited to Super Awesome by a friend. She says she kept coming back because she loves Ben's sermons every week, and because of the community of friends around her!

Jacklyn + Gail

NAME: Jacklyn Kahafer ENNEAGRAM #: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Meet Jacklyn! She recently graduated from IUS and will be teaching English and Spanish at Floyd Central High School in the fall! For the summer, you'll find her working at Jay-C in Sellersburg! She enjoys traveling, cooking, reading, and spending time with her family and friends! She started coming to the Return in 2015 after being invited by a friend. She kept coming back because of how welcoming the environment is and the many friendships she made! She says the Return is the first place where she felt like she truly belonged! NAME: Gail Henderson ENNEAGRAM #: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ This is Gail! She was born and raised on the East Coast! She found Jesus in a college dorm at SUNY, Alfred. She’s lived in a lot of cool places over the years with a career in nursing and research. In her free time, you’ll find Gail writing or catching up on the news! She felt God leading her to working with a bunch of 20-somethings in 2015 and has seen the potential of this age group and has been loving on them ever since! She met Ben Woods in the winter of 2018 and got interested in what’s happening here at the Return! She says her superpower is dancing between raindrops!

Bill + Isaac

NAME: Bill Henderson ENNEAGRAM #: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Meet Bill! He’s currently retired, but in the past has held positions in sales / marketing and business management! He’s also a veteran of the U.S. Navy! He’s served as a missionary in South Africa alongside our very own Gail and pastored in some capacity all across the United States! When Bill isn’t hanging out with his family, you can find him woodworking, engaging in shooting sports, and doing some auto mechanic work! He says he loves to teach God’s word and connect the unconnected to Jesus Christ! NAME: Isaac Hogle ENNEAGRAM #: 7 This is Isaac! He's currently a student in Northside's School of Ministry and also works full time at Valvoline! In his free time, you'll find him spending a lot of quality time with community from the Return, playing ultimate frisbee, and enjoying the outdoors! He joined the Return after graduating from high school and transitioning out of the Rising. He says what kept him involved with the Return is the community, and how genuinely people care for each other!

Leah + Brooke

NAME: Leah Jennings ENNEAGRAM #: 1 Leah graduated in 2015 with a Computer Science degree. She's now using that on staff here at Northside as a Web Developer/IT Support! She's also pursing a Certificate in Spiritual Formation from Lincoln Christian University! Whenever she isn't working or serving with the Return, you'll find her checking out local coffee shops, working puzzles of all kinds, and finding new music! Leah found us by Googling shortly after moving here in 2015! She recalls how welcomed she was and how everyone so genuinely cared about her; she's kept coming ever since and now it's home! NAME: Brooke Miller ENNEAGRAM #: 6 Meet Brooke! She's currently in nursing school at IUS and recently graduated from Northside's School of Ministry! She currently has an apprenticeship with the Return, nannies, and also works at Clark Memorial Hospital! When she has free time, you'll find her editing photos and videos or watching crime shows! She found the Return after hearing about it on the weekend! She didn't know anyone besides Ben and Kelsea when she first came, but she pursued the calling she felt God putting on her heart to be surrounded by people of the same age who are actively expressing their faith! She's been coming ever since!

Lauren + Grace

NAME: Lauren Mason ENNEAGRAM #: 6 Meet Lauren! She's currently a sophomore at IUS, pursuing a degree in Psychology! She works at Dillard as a Sales Associate in the Juniors department! When she isn't at work or school, you can find her drinking coffee or hanging out with her friends! She came to the Return after transitioning out of the Rising a year ago. She says she chose to stay because she loves the loving environment and community that is the Return! NAME: Grace Clayton ENNEAGRAM #: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Meet Grace! She's a senior at IUS, majoring in psychology and minoring in criminal justice and plans to pursue a career in counseling. She also works as a barista at Kolkin Coffee! In her free time, she loves hanging out with friends and drinking coffee. Grace grew up at Northside, and after being connected through Passion last year, Romania, and just being more involved, she has just kept coming back! She loves that when you walk through the door how apparent it is the love for Jesus pouring out through everyone!

Bethany + Kayla

NAME: Bethany Obermeyer ENNEAGRAM #: 7 This is Bethany! She’s currently a student in Northside’s School of Ministry and works as a barista at Coffee Crossing on Grant Line! In her free time, you will find her hanging out with her friends or being artsy and journaling at a coffee shop! Bethany says she found the Return right after she graduated from high school when a friend from Northside invited her, and she’s stayed ever since! NAME: Kayla Cissell ENNEAGRAM #: 6 This is Kayla! She loves helping provide comfort and care for sick kiddos and their families alongside the nurses as a PCA at Norton Children's Hospital. She is in her first semester of Nursing School at Galen College in Lousiville. In her free time, you'll find her hanging out with friends, drinking coffee, playing games, or spending time outdoors! She began at Northside attending the weekend service, when a friend invited her to check out the Return! She admits at first she was a little apprehensive, but eventually she got connected and started to feel at home, exactly where God wanted her to be!

Jazzmine + Lydia

NAME: Jazzmine Peters ENNEAGRAM #: 3 This is Jazzmine! She’s currently a student in Northside’s School of Ministry and is also pursuing a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice at IUS. You can also find her as a server at Texas Roadhouse! In her free time, she enjoys spending time at the gym or at a coffee shop and listening to podcasts! She came to the Return in 2017 after hearing Ben talking about college age life groups on the weekend! She got connected at the Living Room and came the following Wednesday night, she says she’s continued to come because the Return became her family! NAME: Lydia Robbins ENNEAGRAM #: 2 Lydia is currently going to school online at Johnson University! She is pursuing a major in pastoral care and counseling. Lydia likes to read, but more importantly, loves to hang out and train her dog, Legend. Lydia was a part of Northside's high school ministry, the Rising, and transitioned into to the Return after she graduated. Lydia stayed at the Return because of the support she received and how it has inspired her walk with Jesus!

Austin + Zach

NAME: Austin Burke ENNEAGRAM #: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Meet Burke (his real name is Austin, but no one calls him that)! He graduated from IUS in May 2018 with a degree in Strategic Communications. He currently works at Meijer in New Albany as a jack-of-all-trades! In his free time, you’ll find him spending time with his girlfriend Jacklyn, playing ultimate frisbee with Everybody Ultimate, and talking about anything sports-related with his friends! He found the Return during IUS’ Week of Welcome in 2014 after walking past the booth multiple days. He found his way to Super Awesome shortly after that, not knowing anyone, but knew he had found home. He’s been coming ever since! NAME: Zach Hubbard ENNEAGRAM #: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Meet Zach! He is currently a student at Boyce College pursuing a degree in Biblical and Theological studies. He is currently on staff here at Northside as an intern with the Outreach Ministry! In his free time, you'll find him hanging out with his friends and playing all different kinds of sports! He says he loves the Return because of how welcome everyone is, and he loves meeting new people every week!

Emery + Cali

NAME: Emery Dieterlen ENNEAGRAM #: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Meet Emery! He recently earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Purdue and works as a Process Engineer at Autoneum in Jeff! When he's not working, you can find Emery on his four-wheeler, working on projects, or playing sports with his friends! He came to the Return after being invited by friends and stuck around because he made more friends and the teaching is great! NAME: Cali Broy ENNEAGRAM #: 2 This is Cali! She recently graduated from Northside's School of Ministry and is also pursuing a degree in Christian Counseling at Johnson University online! You can also find her making lattes as a barista at Coffee Crossing! In her free time, she enjoys taking naps and eating hot chicken. Cali found the Return after a co-worker invited her. She says she enjoyed it from the very first time she heard Ben speak! She decided to stay to learn more about God's Word so she could deepen her relationship with Him and build new friendships!

Ashley + Stephen

NAME: Ashley Ledrick ENNEAGRAM #: 6 This is Ashley! She’s currently pursuing a Certificate in Spiritual Formation from Lincoln Christian University and her B.A. in Communications from IUS. You can also find her working as a server at Texas Roadhouse! When she isn’t studying or working, you can find her listening to podcasts or talking about the enneagram with her friends. She came to the Return after being invited by her friend early in her college years. She says that God instantly grabbed ahold of her heart, and that she’s fallen in love with the community, the love, and the way everyone has a hunger to pursue Christ! NAME: Stephen Richmer ENNEAGRAM #: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ This is Stephen! He has a private pilot's license and is currently working at Samtec making high-end circuit board connectors. In his free time, he loves hanging out with his large family and group of friends from Northside. He also enjoys playing frisbee, hiking, canoeing, or playing board games at game nights! He learned of the Return from his brother, who had been coming awhile. He ended up staying after he got to know so many people and after he saw how well Ben loves and pours into us! He says it became his second home!

Sydney + Peyton

NAME: Sydney Schulten ENNEAGRAM #: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Sydney has a degree in Supply Chain Management from the University of Indianapolis! She currently works for ADP as a Retirement Education Support Specialist. She LOVES musicals, and you will often find her jamming to cast albums in her car! She has been attending church at Northside for many years, and after moving home from college, she was looking for a church community and found the Return! She loved how every person she met was so welcoming and decided to keep showing up! NAME: Peyton Pierce ENNEAGRAM #: 2 Meet Peyton! He's in his third year at IUS studying Elementary Education and has also recently graduated Northside's School of Ministry! He's also pursuing a Certificate in Spiritual Formation through Lincoln Christian University! Peyton now works on staff here at Northside as an Early Elementary Team Developer! When he's not at school or work, you can find him spending time with his friends and family or finding something to watch on Netflix! He came to the Return as he was transitioning out of the Rising. He chose to stay because he made so many genuine connections! He says he loves the welcoming and inclusive environment that makes the Return feel like home!

Charlie + Kelsey

NAME: Charlie Dieterlen ENNEAGRAM #: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Meet Charlie! He is currently a sophomore at Purdue studying Mechanical Engineering Technology! He also works at Culligan Water Systems. In his spare time, he loves playing in any and all sports and hanging out with his friends! He ended up at the Return because his brothers came, but he chose to stay because he met people who genuinely wanted to invest in him and see him grow! NAME: Kelsey Brown ENNEAGRAM #: 6 Meet Kelsey! She is currently attending IUS studying Psychology and minoring in Criminal Justice. In her free time, you'll find her looking at the night sky through her telescope and hanging out with her friends! She found the Return after transferring home from IU and just loved the energy and people! She says the Return has become her family and feels like home!

Ricky + Tyler

NAME: Ricky Nelakurti ENNEAGRAM #: 1w2 Meet Ricky! He works at Valvoline changing oil as a Technician, although soon he’ll be pursuing a job as an Indiana State Trooper. He is currently attending UofL pursuing a degree in criminal justice. When he isn't working or studying, you'll find Ricky playing soccer, talking to his friends, going to the gym, and studying the Bible. He found the Return because a couple of his friends invited him. He kept coming back because he wanted to figure who this Jesus guy was. He says the Return did an incredible job of letting him know who Jesus is, which made him want to live like Him. So I come to the Return to learn more about who Jesus is! NAME: Tyler Yount ENNEAGRAM #: 2 Tyler joins us all the way from Illinois, where he has a degree from the University of Illinois in Kinesiology, which is the study of human movement. However, after he graduated, he went into full-time ministry. Tyler loves all things adventure and coffee! Tyler first met Ben nine years ago on the campus in Illinois, now he will tell you he is excited that he has been invited all the way here to be a part of this ministry!

Clayton + Eric

NAME: Clayton Hallsen ENNEAGRAM #: 9 Meet Clayton! He currently works at Pizza Hut as a delivery driver. He uses that as an avenue to spread the Gospel. He also is studying Human Services (social work) at Ivy Tech! Clayton's favorite thing to do is spend time with the people he cares about most, but he also loves to read comic books, play video games, and do his Bible study. He found the Return right after high school after being encouraged by some of his friends to come. He says he kept coming back because of the way that God worked through the leadership to guide him to keep choosing Jesus in his life! NAME: Eric Troy ENNEAGRAM #: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ This is Eric! He is a student at IUS pursuing a degree in Computer Science! He's also a barista at Coffee Crossing, so he says to come see him! Some of his favorite things to do in his free time are to play ultimate frisbee or to hang out with his friends! He also really enjoys doing Bible studies! He found the Return through a close family friend. He says he stayed because of the messages each week and the community that has helped him!

Jordan + Gary

NAME: Jordan Bales ENNEAGRAM #: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Meet Jordan! Jordan is currently pursuing a degree in Mathematics and Economics at IUS! He also works as a math tutor! Whenever he isn't at work or school, you'll find him playing basketball or frisbee. He joined us at the Return because he grew up as a part of Northside! He's stuck around and stayed with us because the relationships he has formed here! NAME: Gary Gillett ENNEAGRAM #: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ This is Gary! Gary is an actuary, and while he's no longer in school, he does study for actuarial exams. When Gary is not at work or church, you'll find him hanging with his family or watching sports. Gary first decided to lead in the Return when he heard about it at a church-wide New Member Night! At that point in his life, he knew it'd be a good fit. Ever since, he's been pouring into college students! Gary says he will stay as long as we let him!

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