Living Free Team

Pastor David Howard and his wife, Martha, have an amazing little boy, Samuel. David has served in many areas of the church, including Technical Arts and Connections. He currently serves with the Living Free Ministry as a speaker as well as the administrative and operational coordinator. Martha also serves as a volunteer in several areas of the church including Living Free. Contact David at davidh@livinghopechurch.com.

Elder John Buskirk and his wife, Ella Mae, started Friends Puppets Company in 1975 and spent over 35 years sharing the Gospel with children in the Northwest and around the world through their puppet materials and resources. John and Ella Mae serve in many areas of ministry at Living Hope but they have a special place in their hearts for the men and women of Living Free. John serves on the speaking team as well as leads various groups. Contact John at jbuskirk@livinghopechurch.com.

Pastor Gary Holde has been involved in ministry in Clark County most of his life, serving as youth and senior pastor in Longview. He has been married to his wonderful wife Rhonda for 30 years! He serves in many areas of Living Hope including Living Free where he is a speaker, prayer, and encourager to many. Contact Gary at gholde@livinghopechurch.com.

Pastor Neal Curtiss and his wife Julie are the proud parents of 10 children and even prouder grandparents of 6 grandchildren. Neal has been involved in ministry in Vancouver most of his life including as youth and senior pastor and now serves with the Living Free team as a speaker and resource for men especially in the area of lust and sexual addiction. Contact Neal at nealc@livinghopechurch.com.


