Amanda started attending LGCC in middle school after being invited by a friend. Since that time she has faithfully served in various ministries around the church, including youth, outreach, fellowship, AV, and wherever else she was needed. In 2019 the congregation of LGCC affirmed her as the first female elder of the church. Amanda has an MA in Leadership from Trinity International University and a BA from Columbia College Chicago. Before joining the staff of LGCC, she served as the Media Services Manager at Trinity International University. She and her husband, R.J. have a 90 lb rescue dog and love serving our church community.