Our Pastors

Brad and Lynnsey first met in 1998 and were married in 2002. They make their home in Bellaire, Michigan with their three boys Blake, Braydon, and Benjamin.

Brad was a third-grade teacher at Boyne City Elementary School for twelve years while Lynnsey stayed home to raise their children. At this time, they also served in youth ministry under Rev. Ryp and Vicki Hankins at Charlevoix Assembly of God Church. On July 21, 2009, Brad and Lynnsey were installed as pastors of The Rock Church (formerly Living Word North Church) in Bellaire, Michigan after Brad’s father, the late Rev. Gerald Klooster, was killed in a motorcycle accident. Despite this tragedy, they transitioned into the pastoral role, and have grown to love and cherish the members of their flock.

Brad and Lynnsey are also ordained through Mark Barclay Ministries in Midland, Michigan. They have submitted their lives in ministry under the guidance of their pastor, Dr. Mark T. Barclay of Living Word International Church. They are committed to bringing the gospel message of Jesus Christ to northern Michigan in a relevant and meaningful way.

Their vision is to see that every person will have the chance to truly experience Jesus in their lives. They want to share this life-changing message of Jesus with the people who they meet every day. They feel that God’s presence in their lives is not only a wonderful blessing, but a necessity for living today.