Staff
Pastor Steve Hamilton
Steve Hamilton is the Lead Pastor of Grand Junction Seventh-day Adventist Church. The Hamiltons-Steve, his wife Delinda, and their 3 children, Katie, Ashley, and Andrew recently moved to Grand Junction from Paradise, CA.
Before moving to Paradise, Steve spent six years as the Youth Ministries Director in the Rocky Mountain Conference, and prior to that, he was pastor to another ridge community in Oakhurst, California. The Hamilton Family is happy to be back in the Rocky Mountain Conference.
Pastor JJ Martinez
Pastor JJ was born and raised in Riverside, California. In his pursuit of a nursing degree, he found himself attending Union College in Lincoln, Nebraska. It was during this time that he heard the call to ministry. After changing career paths, he graduated from Union College in 2017 with a bachelors in theology. He began working for the Rocky Mountain Conference shortly after where he pastored a small district. His ministry then led him to Andrews University in Berrien Springs, MI. where he began his master’s degree. He graduated from the Seminary with a Masters of Divinity in December of 2021. He has a passion for sharing the love of Jesus Christ, especially with the youth. Youth ministries has become a passion of his and hopes to help the youth begin or grow their relationship with Jesus. For him, it is a huge blessing to be able to journey the road with others as they discover their own relationship with God. He is excited to work with the youth and the church as a whole. In his free time you can find him doing many things which among those is trying new foods.
Jean Coren – Head Elder
When one surrenders self, we never know quite what the Lord will ask of us or what direction He will lead. Jean certainly did not expect to be lead in this direction. She truly did not see herself serving in a leadership role such as this one. Jean love studying, learning and searching God’s Word, devouring all that she can. She has enjoyed helping out wherever needed and whenever asked. Jean has served the church in multiple areas including Beginners and Kindergarten Sabbath School, Prayer Ministry, School Board, Church Board and as an Elder. As a member of the Body of Christ, I have always been impressed that we need to use any talent we have to server when and where we are needed. Life if difficult, we all have stories upon stories of the hardships and trials we have been through – all under the direct supervision of Our Lord! Jean has learned to praise Him in all things, even though devastation and heartbreak. I give Him all the glory, praise, and honor. He truly has been with me through it all. “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13 NKJV As Head Elder, I pray that I never take the responsibility lightly. I am ever developing the courage to preach and to teach. I know that it is also a responsibility to proclaim the truth to our church family. My prayer is for our local church to prosper and be a light to our community. As we look for His soon coming, I pray for His will to be done in and through us all.
Church Administrative Assistant
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Susan Bautch – Church Treasurer
Susie Bautch has been a vital part of Grand Junction Seventh Day Adventist church for many years. Currently she serves as a church treasurer as well as being an organist and involved in several ministries at the church.
Email: [email protected]
Jeff Jackson, Principal/Grade 5-8 Teacher IAA
The Rocky Mountain Conference Office of Education is pleased to announce that Jeff Jackson has accepted the position of Teaching Principal at Intermountain Adventist Academy. With a master’s in teaching and over 18 years of experience as a teacher and administrator, Jeff has purpose and passion for Adventist education.
Jeff loves the adventure of the outdoors as well and is looking forward to exploring Colorado’s Western Slopes. “God is leading in miraculous ways,” reflects Jeff, “and I look forward to seeing what he has in store for the future of Intermountain Adventist Academy. I know he has huge plans for each of the students at IAA, and we are excited to be joining the school family, churches, and community.” Join us in extending a warm welcome to Jeff Jackson and his family.
Phone: (970) 242-5116 Email: [email protected]
Jami Dove, Grades 1-4
Jami was raised in Grand Junction. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Union College and a Master of Arts in Special Education from the University of Northern Colorado. She also has an endorsement in teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students. She has worked at public and private schools in Colorado, Indiana, and Taiwan. She is very excited to have this opportunity to live close to her family and work in the community that has given her so much love and support. Jami enjoys reading, swimming, hiking, eating, camping, and traveling.
Currently Jami’s favorite Bible verse is: “But if from there [worshipping man-made gods] you seek the Lord your God, you will find Him if you seek Him with all your heart and with all your soul.” Her goal is to seek after God with her whole heart and to encourage her students to do the same.
Phone: (970) 242-5116
Andrea Jackson, Grades 9 & 10
Andrea is very excited to be part of the IAA team this year!
Phone: (970) 242-5116
Kindergarten Teacher Coming Soon!