Staff & Leaders
Danny Parmelee-Lead Pastor
Role: Founding pastor of epikos church. He uses his gifts and abilities to lead the church to make more and better disciples.
Fun Facts: Owned a diamond business, has broken his nose 3 times.
School: B.A. Religous Studies-UW Oshkosh, Biblical Hebrew-Hebrew University of Jerusalem, M.Div-Bethel Theological Seminary.
Favorite Foods: Pizza, Chicken Strips, Buffalo Wings, Indian Food, Qdoba, and Chipotle
Favorite Authors/Artists: R.C. Sproul, Hillsong United, David Crowder, and Wayne Grudem
Family: Wife Emili and Daughter Stella
Mac or PC: Both
Rhiannon Eiche-Executive Administrative Assistant
Role: Supports the leadership and administrative duties of Danny and manages the church office.
Fun Facts: I was born in Las Vegas, everyday is 'Hug an Asian Day' in my life, I heart Harley Davidson, “Somewhere Out There” was the first song I sung for an audience.
School: B.S.- Music North Central University.
Favorite Foods: Mexican, Bulgogi, Sushi, Frosted Flakes
Favorite Movies: Old school Willy Wonka, Mary Poppins, lots of girly movies that are too embarrassing to name...
Favorite Coffees/Bevarages: White mocha, peppermint tea, ice tea/lemonade also known as an Arnie Palmer
Pet Peaves: When people say 'irregardless'
Mac or PC: Both
Michael Morgan-Worship
Role: Leads congregation in musical worship. Coordinates and develops musical worship teams.
Fun Facts: Loves music, dislikes the radio. Gets excited about new found computer shortcuts. Has a fascination with synthesizers.
School: B.S. Music Performance & Recording-UW Oshkosh.
Favorite Foods: Lasagna, Pizza, Sushi… Just loves eating
Favorite Authors/Artists: Andrew Murray, Jon Foreman, MuteMath, Griffin House, Thomas à Kempis, Mat Kearney, Hillsong United
Favorite Coffees/Beverages: Alterra
Pet Peaves: Slow drivers that sit in the left lane
Mac or PC: Mikey’s a Mac.
Jenna Mortier-Small Groups & Discipleship
Role: Organizes and equips small group leaders and coaches. Facilitates discipleship through small groups and other programs.
Fun Fact: Lived in Uganda Africa for several months, Graduated from Bethel University, loves to go camping!
School: B.A. Communication.-Bethel University.
Favorite Artists and Authors: Hillsong, Jon Foreman, Shane & Shane; Donald Miller, Maxwell, and Beth Moore
Favorite way to start the day: reading while listening to music and drinking coffee....preferably at Alterra, or Starbucks - yes, I am also a coffee junkie!
Mac or PC: Mac
Patrick Evans-Operations and Facility
Role: Oversees the use of the building and implements strategic technology to accomplish our mission.
Fun Facts: Grew up in Arizona and moved to Wisconsin in 2004, I enjoy backpacking and the outdoors.
Favorite Foods: I like modern American and French cuisine. I love a good pan seared scallop!
Family: Married my beautiful wife Jennifer in 2005
Pet: Spoiled dog named Tuscany who is a 3 year old Puggle (Pug / Beagle Mix)
Favorite TV Shows: Top Chef, close second The Office
Pet Peaves: Disorganization, I am probably the most organized person you will every meet...seriously
Favorite Quote: "We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." - Winston Churchill
Scott Giese-Overseer
Role: As part of the Overseer Board he holds lead pastor accountable to fulfilling mission of the church. Ensures the teaching of sound doctrine, and spiritual care of the church.
Fun Facts: I am a geek that loves technology and drums. I have had the privilege of playing music in 38 states and Canada
Favorite Foods: Buffalo wings and anything else with hot sauce.
Favorite Authors/Artists: C.S. Lewis, Walter Martin, Decibully, With Honor, Brand New
Family: Nicole (Wife), Cassius (Dog)
Favorite Movies: The Jerk
Favorite Beverages: Anything beginning with "esp" and ending with "resso"
Pet Peaves: Having pet peaves
Mac or PC: Mac running windows via virtual ware