Rik’s Salvation Testimony
Rik attended a Jr. College (in 1970), where he recalls feeling totally alone in a sea of people. A friend invited him to attend Church, where he heard for the first time how much God loves him. This friend gave him a Bible, which he began reading. It was at that point that Rik realized for the first time that he was a sinner in need of a Savior. At that point, he received Christ as his Lord and Savior! Soon after, Rik dedicated his life to sharing the Love of Christ with others.
Sue’s Salvation Testimony
At the age of 7, Sue remembers her Sunday School teacher telling the class, that if anyone wanted to go to Heaven, to stay seated after class was over. She recalls not being able to move. After class, her teacher talked with her and then led her to the Lord. When Sue got home, she excitedly told her mom about her decision.
Her parents moved from Omaha, Nebraska to Concord, California. It was there in the youth group that Rik and Sue met, started dating, and then were married in 1973. They were quickly involved in Jr. High Sunday School, Children’s Church, and the Bus Ministry.
Along with helping her husband in the ministry, Sue is a Respiratory Therapist in a local hospital, in Lynchburg, Virginia.
In 1981, Rik graduated from Tennessee Temple University, in Chattanooga, TN, with a Th.G. degree.
Rik is a retired pastor of 27 years; where they faithfully served at Calvary Bible Baptist Church, in Washburn, Iowa.
Sue earned her associate’s degree (RRT, Registered Therapists), while living in Iowa.
Rik and Sue have been married for 51 years. They are the proud parents of 4 adult children and 6 grandchildren (number 6 is due in February).
Their love for each other, their children, and grandchildren is very evident. They enjoy time spent together with family – as much as possible!
Sharing the Love of Christ in India
Their impact for the Kingdom extends beyond our borders. For three weeks of evangelistic meetings, Rik had the opportunity to minister in India.
He was able to take the Good News of the Gospel to audiences ranging from small rural villages, to students of 3,000.
While in India, Rik ministered from the most Southern tip of India to the most Northern region.
He ministered 2-3 times per day at: Nursing Schools, an Engineering College, an Orphanage, an Elementary School, and a High School.
Current Ministry of sharing the Love of Christ
Today, Rik and Sue reside in Lynchburg, Virginia with their family. Rik is available for Pulpit Supply. They are also available for ministry and public bookings, nationally and internationally. Rik and Sue are passionate about sharing the Love of Christ with people of all ages. They know the impact of hearing the Gospel, and are excited to share that Love with those who need to find hope and Salvation.
