Phil joined the LBBC staff in 2019 as the Program Director and transitioned to his role as Executive Director in 2023. He is passionate about connecting with pastors, churches, guests, and campers about how camping ministry has brought them closer to God. Phil is a graduate of North Park Seminary and an ordained minister in the ECC. In his free time, Phil enjoys running, playing guitar, and reading biographies of the US presidents. Phil and his wife, Jenna, are parents to the three "police officers" of LBBC. 

Grant joined the LBBC staff in 2021 as co-director of Solid Rock, Lake Beauty's gap-year program, and began his new role as Camp Director in the fall of 2023. He is passionate about working alongside staff members at Lake Beauty to brainstorm how we can continue to make a better camp. Grant is a recent graduate from Bethel Seminary. In his free time, you can find Grant camping, cooking, and gardening. Grant and his wife, Teirrah, have one daughter.

Teirrah joined LBBC in 2021 as co-director of Solid Rock and has been involved in young adult ministry ever since. She now serves as Discipleship Director, overseeing the Pathfinders Internship. Teirrah is passionate about walking alongside staff, guests, and campers as they grow in faith and learn to follow Christ more fully. Outside of work, she enjoys a good cup of coffee, playing piano, and camping with her family. Teirrah and her husband, Grant, are blessed with one daughter.

Terri joined Lake Beauty in December 2024, but she’s no stranger to the camp or to ministry. She has volunteered at Lake Beauty many times and previously worked at a Bible camp in Florida. She loves spending time outdoors—whether it’s hiking through Minnesota’s snowy trails in winter or strolling along the beaches of Florida.

Lexi began her role as Guest Services Director in spring 2025 but has long been connected to LBBC as a camper and summer staffer. She is passionate about making guests feel welcomed and cared for so they can focus on building connections and experiencing Jesus. A Bethel University graduate in Missional Ministries with a Music minor, she previously served at Covenant Pines Bible Camp. Lexi enjoys crocheting, baking sourdough, and crafting espresso drinks. She is marrying her fiancé, Ian, in October and shares her home with her cat, Ivy.

Jodi began her role as Program Director in the spring of 2023. She is responsible for overseeing LBBC programs including summer camp and retreats. Jodi loves ministering to young adults and working alongside of them to implement a great summer camp. Jodi is a graduate of the University of Northwestern in St. Paul with a degree in pastoral ministry. She enjoys playing hockey, doing puzzles, and watching musicals. 

Josh began working at Lake Beauty in the summer of 2023 and recently transitioned to the role of Properties Manager. He loves that his work keeps him outdoors and offers something new each day. In his free time, you can find Josh practicing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, hunting, and camping. Josh is married to his wife, Hannah, and together they love spending time with their son, Ezra.

Ben began working at LBBC fall of 2023 and splits his time between bookkeeping and properties. Ben is passionate about being in a supporting role and helping set the stage for the ministry of LBBC. In his free time, Ben enjoys sports, biking, and weight lifting. 

Jenna and her family moved to Lake Beauty in the winter of 2019 but she more recently began her position as the Retail Manager in 2022. She loves that she gets to provide items that can spark conversations about guests' time at LBBC. In her free time, you can find Jenna baking, crafting, and traveling to new places. Jenna and her husband, Phil, have three boys who love to help out around camp. 

Julie began working as the Guest Services Associate in the summer of 2022. She enjoys building relationships with new and returning guests at Lake Beauty, especially when she gets to hear their stories. Julie enjoys spending time with her friends and family, working in her flower gardens, scrapbooking and quilting. Julie and her husband Judd also take pleasure in photography, nature walks, and being entertained by their two cats.

Jonathon is serving in his second year as a Pathfinder Intern at Lake Beauty. Last summer, he was part of the Properties team, where he gained hands-on experience in caring for camp facilities and supporting the ministry behind the scenes. In his second year, Jonathon looks forward to continuing to grow in leadership, service, and faith while investing in the camp community. Outside of camp, he enjoys working on cars and embracing his love for all things mechanical.

Naima is passionate about serving others and helping people experience God’s love. Before joining LBBC, she worked in childcare, primarily with infants, and loved seeing their unique personalities shine. She grew up in southern Minnesota as one of ten siblings and enjoys music, cooking, baking, and going for walks to spend time with God in His creation.

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