Staff
Rev. Jamie DeVries
Lead Pastor
Jamie has lots of experience in church ministry from music to youth. Now in his second call as a lead pastor he is excited for what God will do in and through him going forward. He graduated from Western Theological Seminary in 2018 and is now pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree at New Brunswick Theological Seminary to round out his education. Jamie is passionate about people, preaching, and outreach. He loves a good dad joke and brings a healthy sense of humor to the halls and pulpit of First. Please reach out and say hello, he would love to get to know you.
Jamie was born and raised in Kentwood, Michigan, married his high school sweetheart, and is the proud father of two boys and very young grandfather of one grandson, Miles. He and his wife Becky enjoy traveling, spending time with their family, and occasionally making music together. His other hobbies include cooking, hunting, and home improvement projects.
Rev. Meghan Vanderlee
Pastor of Children's Ministries
Pastor Meghan is our Pastor of Children's Ministries. She is responsible for growing and encouraging the spiritual life of the children at First. She is passionate about seeing children come to know who God is, making faith their own, and growing their gifts as a part of the church body.
Meghan grew up in Northwest Indiana and moved to Holland when she attended Hope College. She then attended Western Theological Seminary and has years of experience in children's and youth ministries. She is passionate about reading, photography, and the Chicago Cubs.
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Taylor Midkiff
Director of Youth Ministry
Taylor is our Director of Youth Ministries. He is responsible for developing and maintaining the spiritual life of both middle school and high school students. Taylor has a deep passion to see students take ownership of their own faith, and to help them grow into passionate, educated leaders.
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Taylor grew up in Fort Worth, TX, and is a proud TCU graduate. Taylor received his undergraduate degree in Film, Television, and Digital media. Taylor received his Masters in Youth and Family Ministries from Denver Seminary.
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Taylor enjoys reading, playing any sport you can think of, getting outside, playing board games, and most of all, spending time with his wife Steph and their sons.
Sarah Albin
Kids Hope Director
Sarah is the Kids Hope Director at First Reformed Church. She recruits, trains, and matches volunteers with elementary-aged students in need of a tutor/mentor.
Rev. Sandra Cammenga
Calling Pastor
Rev. Steve Wing
Calling Pastor
Rev. Darrell Koopmans
Calling Pastor
As calling pastors, we are privileged to meet with church members who find it difficult to attend services or who have gone through a major life change. Even though one may not be physically present for services, it is important that members know that they are still a part of the church and are valued.
Elizabeth West
Organist
For 30 years I have served as an organist for churches of various denominations, and I love to facilitate worship, especially congregational singing. At the University of Michigan, I earned graduate degrees in organ performance, including courses in church music. In addition to church work, since 2001 I have accompanied in the music department at Hope College, and I also taught music courses and organ part-time at Hope and Cornerstone for 12 years. I particularly enjoy teaching organ lessons to private students aged 8-95.
Jan Poppen
Choir Director
Thom Samuelson
Lead Custodian
Thom began working for the church in June of 2000.
Thom has been married to Linda since 1975. They have two married children and four grandchildren.
He is in charge of cleaning, repairs, maintenance, setups, and Audio/Video. Thom is blessed to direct a dedicated crew of paid staff and volunteers that bring glory to God.
Libby Riemersma
Office Manager
Libby is our full time office manager. She is the central hub of our communications and data processing.