Adam is a native Texan and moved to the Austin area with his family in 2023 and joined Austin Ridge soon after. He met his wife, Sierra, while they were students at the University of Arkansas and they have been on a thrilling adventure together ever since. He spent 13 years in public education as a teacher, coach, and administrator, where God graciously shaped him to be equipped for full time ministry. Adam has a heart for kids to know God and that His way is always the best way. In his free time, Adam enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, a good DIY project, cooking meat, and reading a good book.

Amelia was born and raised in Colorado, and is currently pursuing her degree in Corporate Communication at Baylor University (Sic 'em!). She loves going for walks, skiing, watching sports, and spending as much time as possible with her friends and family! Amelia is humbled and excited to be a part of what the Lord is doing at The Ridge!

Bethany grew up in San Antonio, Texas and graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Elementary Education(whoop). She loves hitting her 7am Life Time fitness class, hanging out with her chickens, and curling up on the couch with a book. She is excited to help our kids know, grow, and serve Jesus.

Brady Ellen Poole found a passion for serving in Children's Ministry while leading large group services for K-5 students in California. Brady has worked in Production for Theater as a Stage Manager, a Sound Engineer, and most recently, a Lighting Technician on a show in Macau, China. She earned a B.F.A. at University of North Carolina School of the Arts and a Master's in Arts Administration at Goucher College. Her and her husband Gary have two children, Ethan and Avery.

Caleb is from Houston, Texas (the Sugar Land area) where he developed a love for basketball, spoken word, baking, and the person of Jesus. In 2018, he moved to Austin, Texas to attend The University of Texas where he graduated with a degree in Kinesiology and his teaching certification for physical education. If he's not at a poetry slam somewhere, Caleb is dribbling a basketball, baking a tres leches, or experiencing God in church, fellowshipping with friends, or reading His word!

Carly is from west Texas and has lived there all her life. She loves being with people and loves doing all things, especially if it is outdoors! Carly is wanting to pursue full time ministry and is so humbled and grateful for this opportunity to serve and learn here this summer! Jesus changed her life and now she is living to tell people about Him!

Colette relocated from Houston, Texas, in 2016 and has been attending Austin Ridge Bible Church’s Dripping Springs campus for a decade. She has faithfully served as a volunteer in Children’s Ministry for several years and is grateful to be part of what God is doing in the hearts of children and their families at Austin Ridge. Colette is excited to continue the kingdom work God has placed on her heart by joining the church staff. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Phoenix and is passionate about serving others with excellence and care. In her free time, Colette enjoys spending time with family and friends, cheering on her son and the OBU Tiger Soccer team, and volunteering in the community alongside her daughter through the Dripping Springs Chapter of the National Charity League.

Colleen is a proud Austin local and has been a part of Austin Ridge for almost 20 years! After graduating High School, she attended Kanakuk Link Year. Colleen is pursuing a degree in Christian Leadership and Church Ministry at Liberty University (Go flames!). In her free time she likes to play guitar, cook, create, go horseback riding and hike. She is very expectant on how the Lord is going to move through her summer internship!