Pastoral Staff & Elders*
Jeff Brinkman
LEAD PASTOR
Jeff was born and raised in Canada. He graduated from BIOLA with a B.A. in 1996, after which he worked for three years as a head hunter in Southern California. Feeling a call to ministry, he enrolled at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in Boston in 1999, graduating with a Masters of Divinity in 2002. Jeff and his wife Becky have 3 daughters and 1 son. Jeff enjoys all sports (especially hockey), reading, hiking, barbeques, and spending time with his family.
Dave Lundberg
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
Dave is originally from Southern California and moved to Spokane in 2005 after serving in the U.S. Navy. He immediately pursued both a Business Management degree from Eastern Washington University and his wife Kelly, who he married in 2006. Since becoming a Christian, Dave has had a passion and zeal for ministry and devoted any time he could to serving his local church. In 2023 the Lord called Dave to leave his corporate career and to serve his church full-time as an Associate Pastor at GCF Valley. Dave considers himself a lifelong learner and looks forward to pursuing seminary classes. In his free time, you’ll find Dave with his wife and their two boys (Isaiah and Micah), BBQing, or teaching himself a new skill via YouTube. His favorite verse in the Bible (Eph. 4:2) can be summed up by these two simple words…“But God”. It is the Lord’s sovereign plan over Dave’s life that brings him joy, peace, encouragement, and perseverance to run the race.
Brian DeBoer
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
Brian was born and raised in the Spokane Valley. God graciously saved him during his first year of college and he began attending a local church. In 1998, he married his lovely wife Rondi, and they have four wonderful daughters. He graduated from Eastern Washington University with a BA in Mathematics in 1995 and a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy in 1998. After a 25-year career in physical therapy, Brian sensed the Lord calling him to full-time ministry at GCF Valley and in 2024 he became an Associate Pastor. He enjoys spending time with his family and watching Gonzaga basketball.
Drew Schaefer
ELDER
Drew is a sinner that has been redeemed by Christ's work on the cross. He was born in Spokane, Washington and graduated from University High School and Eastern Washington University. Drew has been very happily married to his wife Jami since 2008, and they currently have five children. Drew works as an investment advisor and enjoys spending time with his family and friends or reading books.
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Kelly Lundberg
ADMIN ASSISTANT
Kelly became a Spokaneite in 2004 after growing up in Southern California. She graduated from San Diego State University with a degree in Communications and has been putting those talking skills to use ever since. Her husband Dave has been making her laugh since 2006 and together they have two boys, Isaiah and Micah. As a family they love to go camping, watch movies, cook, and especially eat! Kelly’s lifelong prayer is that she will never cease to be amazed by the grace and mercy of our good, good Father. Soli Deo Gloria.
Darcy Lassey
BIBLICAL COUNSELING COORDINATOR
Originally from Montana, Darcy has lived in the Spokane area since 1994. She received her Masters in Counseling through Westminster Theological Seminary, is also trauma informed and continues to educate herself in various areas of the counseling world. Darcy considers it a privilege to walk alongside the hurting, for she believes and wants to communicate to others that God, who is merciful, knows our frame and remembers that we are dust (Psalms 103:14). Darcy also enjoys spending time with her husband Paul of 41 years, their three children and spouses, as well as their six wonderful grandchildren. She loves long walks with friends and all things counseling.
Bridget Ikehara
BOOKKEEPER
Bridget is a graduate of Gonzaga University (Go Zags!). She majored in accounting and worked as a Finance Director at a local non-profit before becoming a stay at home mom. Bridget has been happily married to Nathan since 2011 and they have three wonderful kids. Bridget enjoys board games, crafting, quilting and sports, especially watching Gonzaga basketball and any Olympic event.