Lighthouse
STAFF
anthony
simmons
Senior Pastor
Pastor Anthony Simmons was born and raised in Kodiak, Alaska. He spent the first part of his life working in the logging and commercial fishing industries, but secretly his life was quickly spinning out of control with an addiction to alcohol and drugs. God supernaturally delivered Anthony from this lifestyle.
Pastor Anthony attended Seattle Bible College soon after, later earning a Bachelor of Theology. In downtown Seattle, he started an outreach to the homeless and Skyline Community Church. Pastor Anthony married Lori Simmons, and they now live in Fond du Lac, WI and have five children. Lori has led children's ministry, women's ministry and several drama productions.
jonah
serio
Jonah Serio has just come on staff at Lighthouse after being on the mission field in Mexico for eight years. He is looking forward to leading students to discover their identity in Christ and teaching them how to listen to the Holy Spirit's direction. Jonah speaks fluent Spanish and is always looking to speak it. He keeps snacks in his office for any youth looking for some sugar! He's always open to new ideas for ministry and would love to hear your ideas, his office door is always open. Looking for someone to go on a Taco Bell run? Jonah's your guy!
mark
grahl
Mark has been leading worship at Lighthouse since 2013. He was born and raised in the Fond du Lac area, and has attended Lighthouse Christian Church since High School. He is most passionate about helping to lead the Church into the presence of God. His desire is to allow the Holy Spirit to work through worship, and to bring people into an encounter with God that would be undeniable. He and his wife Laura have four kids. He loves spending time with his family, sports, laughing with others, youth ministry, and working outside on their family farm.
david A.
ogren
Associate Pastor
Dave has been the associate pastor at Lighthouse since 2017. His diverse interests in intercultural studies and travel have led him to fourteen countries worldwide where he has studied, taught and volunteered with numerous organizations. David holds a B.A. in Cross-Cultural Studies, M.A. in Muslim Studies, and an MTh in World Christianity. The more he studies, the more he realizes he does not know much about stuff in general. In 2021, he joined the Navy as a chaplain because he is still deciding what he wants to be when he grows up. He lives in Wisconsin with his wife, Erica, and their three kids, planning the next great adventure.
Administrator & Financial Director
Luke and his family have been members of our Lighthouse community since their arrival in Fond du Lac back in 2013. With a diverse background spanning engineering, marketing, sales, construction, and real estate, Luke brings a wealth of experience and passion to our congregation. Outside of church, Luke’s heart truly lies with his family. Whether they're enjoying fun moments at home or exploring new adventures on vacation, Luke cherishes every moment spent with his loved ones. He’s committed to creating joyful memories with his family.
Luke
Fouch
Graphic Designer
Ronnell Gibson has been on staff at Lighthouse for over fourteen years and works as our Graphic Designer. Ronnell and her husband Jeff have two grown children and two fluffy puppies. In her spare time, she is an editor and award-winning author. She is a connoisseur of quality coffee and fun fonts.
ronnell
gibson
jackie
vandergalien
Administrative Director
Jackie has been the administrative director at Lighthouse for the past 2 years. She has many years of management experience in retail and loves to keep things running smoothly and efficiently. Jackie oversees all the calendar events, building reservations, inventory management and vendor relationships. She also runs the GriefShare program in Fond du Lac, which has impacted many people going through loss. Jackie is also known to be a decor connoissseur and discerning shopper.
CANDIDA
FRYMAN
Kids' Ministry Director
Candida, a long-time member of Lighthouse, recently felt called to serve in the kids ministry. Her enthusiasm for children drives her to engage in playful and fun interactions with them. She is dedicated to nurturing the children's understanding of Jesus, aiming to establish a solid foundation for their faith. Candida is outgoing and eager to connect with others, so don't hesitate to greet her with a warm "Hi!" when you see her.
Alan
Martinez
I.T and Media Director
Alan joined Lighthouse Christian Church as the I.T. and Media Director at the beginning of 2024. He has been attending the church since 2014, thanks to his wife Melody Martinez and her family, who have been long-time members. Alan brings a blend of music and DJing experience, along with extensive I.T. and software development skills. He manages the church's audio/video equipment, social media, and photo/video content, and handles various I.T. needs.
In his free time, Alan enjoys building computers, exploring new technology, gaming, working on cars, and learning new things. His diverse skills and enthusiasm contribute to the church's vibrant media and technical support.