Elder Team

At Arise, elders are men and women who are biblically and theologically competent (Titus 1:9-11), servant-hearted and shepherding-oriented (Hebrews 13:17; James 5:14; 1 Peter 5:1-4), respected by God’s People (1 Timothy 3:4-7), responsible and professional in habit and lifestyle (Titus 1:5-9), emotionally and spiritually mature (Titus 1:5-8; 1 Timothy 3:1-3), and relationally pure (1 Timothy 3:4-7). The following men and women are elders at Arise:

Nick was born and raised in the St. Louis area (High Ridge/Fenton to be exact.) He’s married to his wonderful highschool sweetheart, Sommar. They have 3 children: Trevor (20), Luke (18) and Phoebe (9). Nick grew up in church, but his family drifted away during his junior high years. He spent the next chunk of his life thinking that his relationship with God was entirely personal, and that he didn't need a church. When he got married, they met (and were married by) a wonderful pastor that began to open his eyes to what he had been missing. Eventually, Nick and Sommar found their way to a wonderful church (Rooftop) that was like something he never even knew existed. It was upbeat, casual, and relevant. They quickly became involved in the church and in an amazing small group and his relationship with God grew in leaps and bounds during this time. Nick says, “I know there are a lot of people that have some of the similar experiences and misconceptions that I had about church, and I look forward to reaching those people and helping them grow in their own relationship with Jesus through Arise.” Contact Nick

Jacob and Hayley have been married since 2012 and have two adventuresome kids, Bree and Judah. Jacob was born, baptized, and confirmed in the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod (LCMS). After a period of questioning and searching for where he fit into the Church, He and Hayley have come to believe strongly in “big tent” Christianity. This led them to pursue church planting and serve as associate pastor of connections and church planting at trans-denominational Rooftop Church prior to planting Arise. Jacob holds a MATS in Historical Theology from Saint Louis University, a MA in Religion from Wake Forest University, a BA in Theology from Valparaiso University, a certificate in theology and worldviews from Oxford University-Trinity College and the Oxford Study Centre, an AA in Liberal Arts from Southwestern Michigan College, and a certificate in critical thinking and worldviews from Summit Semester. He loves spending time with his family, reading, hiking, shooting, and writing at Conciliar Post and Pursuing Veritas. As lead pastor, Jacob serves as a perpetual member of the elder team at Arise. Contact Jacob

Michael is husband to Rebekah, and father to Cecily. He and his family have lived in the St. Louis area for the past eight years with their three cats, two guinea pigs, five chickens, and assorted fish. In his spare time, Michael enjoys working on small software/computing projects at home, camping, playing games both in person and online, gradually renovating most aspects of his house, and listening to audiobooks. Michael works as a software engineer for Boeing and serves on the tech team at Arise in addition to leading a small group with Rebekah. Contact Michael

Kacie, along with her husband Rodney, live in Fenton with their three children Thrice, Gwyn, and Cally. Kacie was raised in the church and is thankful to have a long history of devoted Christian women as her heritage. Her family started attending Arise in 2021 after the loss of her brother. Brokenhearted, she experienced a loving, welcoming place where she and her family could grow, heal, and make lasting friendships. In addition to serving at Arise, Kacie is the marketing manager at Joyce Meyer Ministries. Together as a family, the Campbells love to travel, visit parks, watch St Louis City play soccer, and attend as many Cardinals games as possible. Contact Kacie

Kelsey and Roger have been married since 2012 and have two children, Bentley and Delaney. She loves music, art, playing board games, and Harry Potter. She serves as the Worship Pastor at Arise. She has been leading worship since she was in high school, and even though she had different professional goals, God guided her to pursue full-time ministry and has given her a heart for Arise Church and the people we serve. Kelsey says, “I believe in the importance of planting churches and what our church is going to be as we reach people who are on the fringes of faith. I believe in pouring into and growing leaders, and I am thankful that God had called me to be apart of this church and this Elder Team”. Contact Kelsey

Jeff and his wife Lori have been married for forty years. Their son, Kevin and his wife, Megan have blessed them with two grandchildren, Tate and Poppy.  Their daughter, Elizabeth lives in Columbia, MO.  Jeff is a dentist, practicing in south St Louis city for thirty-nine years. The Roneckers have been with Arise Church since its launch, coming from an inner-city church plant and ministry. They serve at Arise on the Events Team, in discipleship through Rise Together and in the Kid’s ministry. Jeff also leads a small group. God has gifted Jeff with a compassionate, shepherding heart. As a servant leader, he lives his life and runs his business with Christ centered principles, and it gives him great joy to see others realize and trust in that same way of life. Contact Jeff

Jody and John have been married for 44 years. She's mom to Kate and Megan, and grandma to Trish (7), Alex (5), Decker (20 months), and Tucker (1 month). Jody is an organizer by nature with a bookkeeping background. Currently, she heads the Wardrobe Department for VP Organization of St. Louis. Jody recently joined the Arise staff team as a part time office administrator. She loves to sew for her grandchildren, quilt, read, hunt, hike, and root for the Cardinals! As a member of Arise, Jody serves with the Children's Ministry (working in the baby and toddler rooms), Treasury Team, and Outreach Events Team. John is part of the Facilities Team, Outreach Events Team, and supports Jody in all her many endeavors. Contact Jody

Doctrine: Michael Brush, and Kelsey Jackson

Finance: Justin Randall (treasurer), Michael Brush, Jeff Ronecker and Jody Wilkerson

Prayer: Kacie Campbell, Kelsey Jackson, and Nick Spiniolas

Personnel: Nick Spiniolas (chair), Kacie Campbell, and Jody Wilkerson

Roger Jackson

Don Schisler

Dr. Zach Wiersma