I am Thomas Hunter, son of Beverlee Ruttan (Rock Director). I made this website BTW.

One of our newest Board Members!

I go to Bullock Creek High School and am in my senior year. I've been going to the ROCK since before it's opening ceremony 6 years ago. Once I graduate, I itend to go to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where I'll learn how to fly planes. Eventually, I'd like to fly for an airline like Delta or Northwest. I have two brothers, Kiel and Erik who are both progressing in careers of Game Programming and Fine Dining respectively, and one sister, Ranae, who has recently give birth to my baby niece, Kaitlyn Ranae Dougherty.

My passion in life is to serve God through serving others, focusing mostly on youth. I devoted myself to raising our children and in the process helped raise many others as well. I've been the Wrestling Team "Mom" and the Track Team "Mom", supporting, loving and sometimes correcting them all. I have served in Youth Ministry at our church since 1992, leading small groups, doing outreach projects, and serving on the Youth to Youth Retreat Team. I particulary enjoy the creative aspects of planning for youth ministry. I also love gardening, reading and writing and traveling.

Cindy Lou was born and raised in Tulsa, OK. In 1984 she moved to San Fransisco, CA. She lived there until 1988. She went to work for Club Med where she was a WindSurf/Sailing instructor. She was contracted at 2 villages - Turkoise in the Turks and Caicos Island - British West Indies and next in Ixtapa, Mexico. She then went to Sydney, Australia in July 1991. She stayed for 11 years where she worked for IBM. She came back to the US in 2001 and moved to Michigan where she took a job with AT&T Advertising Services. She now lives in Freeland with her cat Rosie.

Doris is married to Tom and they have two children, Caitlin and Christopher. Doris attends Messiah Lutheran Church and works at LMS. Doris is a Northwood University graduate and an SAP Business Analyst.

My chosen profession has taken me into the finance world. If I could live without money, I would have chosen a career in music. For now I need to be satisfied with singing in my church choir and listening to the music others produce.

Kelly and his wife, Kerry are actively involved in Hurricane Katrina relief activities. Kelly has made 5 trips to Mississippi to assist in recovery efforts. Together they managed, for three months, a 90 bed village for relief volunteers outside of New Orleans. The intend to return in January 2008 for another 3-4 month stint.

One of our newest board members. Bio coming soon!

Mike has 5 children - Michael T 27 Banking, Ann Arbor; Sarah M 25 Lawyer, Ann Arbor; Daniel J 23 grad. student in economics, Fairfax VA; Chris A 20 undergrad in Florida; Jimmie S 18, Bullock Creek Sr. Mike attended Northwood University, and received dual Majors in Management and Marketing, as well as dual minors in Economics and International business. Mike's hobbies include: gardening, beekeeping,and reading. Mike's Favorite quote is: "For evil to triumph, all that is required is for good men to do nothing". His favorite Bible passage; Isaiah 40:29-31. Mike's wife Cheryl works at Northwood University and he works for Thrivent and they go to Messiah Lutheran. Mike and Cheryl also have 1 cat, 2 kittens and a black lab.

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CLEANING: My name is Ashley and I am going to Delta College and majoring in Residential Construction. The church that I go to is Nease Memorial Church of the Nazarene and I am in the youth group. I especially like to help out in the nursery. In my free time I like to play tennis, play Wii games, and hang out with family and friends.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. Beverlee Ruttan, has been the Executive Director of The ROCK Youth Center since August 2003. Bev’s professional career adds 25+ years for-profit business management to her 4 years in non-profits. She attended Saginaw Valley State University and Central Michigan University. Her training includes The Fundraising School at Indiana/Perdue University, Michigan Non-Profit Association Executive Leadership Fellows, Crisis Prevention Institute Instructor, Emergency Medical Technician, and Critical Incident Stress Intervention. Bev is a member of Noon Rotary, Circle of Health Community Awareness Group, Partnership with Youth, West Midland Family Center Board of Directors, Midland Area Chamber of Commerce, Bullock Creek Area Business Association and serves on various committees and projects in the community. Bev has 2 grown children who live in Midland and attend Saginaw Valley State University. Her son Tom is in his 4th year and pursing a degree in computers specializing in web design. He is self employed and is the owner of Renowned Media, a programming and web design company. Nicki, her daughter, is in her 3rd year of college, is majoring in sociology, works at Smitty Iron Works and is in the process of joining the Air Force.

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TEAM LEADER: Emily graduated from Ionia High School in 2004. She graduated two years of Everfree Master's Commission. Currently she is attending Christian Celebration Center while interning for Pastor Kurt and working with Youth Alive. In the spring of 2008 she will officially be a Youth Pastor. She currently works at the ROCK Youth Center and can't wait to begin Youth Ministry Full Time!

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR: My name is Ginger and I’m married to Mike and we have two sons, Alex and Brandon. We go to New Life Vineyard church and we volunteer with the Caregiving Network of Midland and also the Make A Wish foundation. Currently we have two foster children ages 3 years old and 9 months old. In our “spare” time we like to attend soccer matches, either our sons or professional games and travel. I have been working at the ROCK since May of 2006 and it’s been the most rewarding job of my lifetime.

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INTERIM PROGRAM MANAGER: I am a graduate of Ferris State University with a degree in Graphic Design. I attend St. Agnes Catholic Church in Sanford. In my spare time I enjoy sports, music, and movies.

ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT - Mitch is a well rounded person. He has taken many classes dealing with public speaking and relations. For years Mitch has went to the Mt. Haley Church of God and used to chair and play drums in the hymns. He plays in a cover tune band with his father and has played at benefits for several causes. He is one-time, determined, loving, and serving for those around him.

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