June 9, 2019 – Our Annual Meeting was a great success. Thanks to all of those who pitched in to help …especially Justin & Julie Boston, Tony & Beth Becker, and Don Luxton for preparing and organizing the food!
At our meeting all measures passed. Our budget was unamously approved and the McLaughlins along with the Worthingtons were added to our Leadership Team (see below).
Corey & Andrea McLaughlin
The McLaughlins have been a part of New Hope since shortly after the launch in 2006. Corey has served in youth ministry as the director, on the ushering team, tech team, worship team and participated/led in many small groups. Andrea has served in children’s ministry, hospitality, cleaning, and has also participated in small groups.
Corey works at the Rochelle Hospital in the technology department and helps his in-laws farm in West Brooklyn, IL. Andrea works for Elder Care Services in DeKalb, IL.
Corey & Andrea have been married since 2004. They have two boys, Gabe (age 9) & Owen (age 7) who are both adopted from South Korea.
Vic & Melody Worthington
The Worthingtons also began attending New Hope in 2006. Vic has been involved in Children’s ministry, ushering, and leading small groups. Melody has also participated in hospitality, small groups, served in Children’s ministry, and is now the co-director. Vic and Melody have served on leadership team for a previous term (2014-2017).
Vic works at the Rochelle Middle School as the technology instructor and is a track coach. Melody also works at the Rochelle Middle School as the Health teacher and coaches volleyball.
Vic & Mel have been married since 1997. They have two children, Wyatt (age 11) & Vivian (age 10).