Christine was born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska. She received her degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Since college, Christine has spent time working in Parks and Recreation as well as at a Christian Camp in Sequoia National Forest in California. A trip to Nepal really opened her heart to all aspects of missions. She loves being outside in the sunshine as much as possible, reading, and watching Husker sports – especially football. Go Big Red! She’s excited to be living in the warmth of the south alongside her husband, Landon, and grateful for this chapter working in ministry and getting to pursue her passion for people.

Born in New York and raised in Pennsylvania, Don's family relocated to San Diego so he could meet his beautiful wife, Becky. They are blessed with and entertained by their four married kids and kids-in-law, and awesome grandchildren. Don graduated from San Diego Christian College and Dallas Seminary. Don loves going on dates with his wife, anything at the beach, USC football, college football and basketball, Hula Hut, reading, and chocolate. As Missions Pastor, Don loves his job of helping the Ridge reach the unreached and serve the vulnerable in our city and around the world.

Don was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. He met his wife, Shelli, at The Ohio State University. They have four married children living all around the world, and five grandchildren…so far.

Michelle was born and raised in Houston but has lived in Austin since attending The University of Texas. After spending more than 20 years working in the semiconductor industry, she felt a calling to pursue her true passion which is helping others. Michelle is married to her husband Chris and has 2 daughters, Krista and Megan. In her free time, she loves to travel, spend time with friends and family, and cheer on the Longhorns during football season!