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Doug Pagitt
is the pastor of Solomon's Porch. Doug is the husband of Shelley and father of Michon, Taylor, Ruben and Chico. Doug is a graduate of Bethel Seminary. Doug is also part of Emergent - a generative friendship of missional church leaders around the world.
DougPagitt@solomonsporch.com

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Ben Johnson
is the director of music at Solomon's Porch. Ben recieved his music degree from the University of Minnesota Duluth in vocal performance and can occationally be seen onstage with the Minnesota opera. He also plays locally in a band called Olivia with some other guys from the Porch. Ben and his wife Jennifer have 2 children, Josiah and Lydia." At Solomon's porch we encourage our participants to join in and create the music that teaches us, helps us to worship, and allows us to groan along with creation. We believe that music can do all these things and more."

ben@solomonsporch.com

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Janelle Vick
is the Administrative Facilitator at Solomon's Porch. Janelle graduated from Bethel College with a B.A. in Communications. She is married to Andrew Vick and lives in Edina. Janelle's role is to help facilitate and coordinate various functions and initiatives at the Porch.

janelle@solomonsporch.com

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Colleen Shealer Olson
Colleen is the children's director here at SP.  Colleen graduated from Bethel College with a degree in Art Education.  She is the wife of Thom Olson, and teacher of preschoolers.  At Solomon's Porch we recognize that children are essential to the spiritual formation of our community, and attempt to involve kids fully in the life of the church.

Colleenshealer@aol.com

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Luke Hillestad
Luke is the Visual Arts Facilitator and Facility director, as well as working full-time as a self-employed painter.

luke@solomonsporch.com


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Michelle Hillestad
Michelle directs the creative flow of our Gatherings. She creates the slides you see on the screen, choosing artwork and content to inspire and be inspired by our community.

Michelle@solomonsporch.com