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We're Glad You're Here!

 A place to find your faith and purpose.

 

Our team is trained to lead the day to day operations of the church. We are united in our efforts to reach the unchurched, connect the unconnected, and minister to the people in front of us.

 

Meet Our Staff:

Dr. Douglas Peake

Dr. Douglas Peake

Lead Pastor

Pastor Doug and Kim moved to Boise in January 1996 to lead Foothills Christian Church. He believes, “Jesus changes everything” and has continued to grow and focus on Jesus and how every person can know Him.

He was ordained into the full time ministry in 1987, and has a BA in Bible (’87), MA in Education  (’90) and A Doctorate of Ministry (’03).

Harvey Friesen

Harvey Friesen

Executive Pastor

Harvey and his wife Shadlee have been serving God and people in formal ministry for nearly 30 years.  Shortly after beginning in ministry, he was named as the Senior Pastor of a church in Boulder, Colorado at the age of 27. He has a A.S. in General Studies – Mathematics from Seminole State College, a B.S. in Bible Ministry from Manhattan Christian College, and is a candidate for the M.A. in Leadership from Cincinnati Bible Seminary. Harvey and Shadlee have four children.

Steve Botsford

Steve Botsford

Family Pastor

Steve joined the staff as a Pastor at Foothills in September of 2019. He graduated from Boise Bible College in 2009 with a Bachelors and has over a decade in leading youth ministry. He has a heart for building one’s faith through small groups and showing students the true love of Jesus Christ. Steve has been married to Monique since 2007. They have 6 wonderful children. They love the outdoors, sharing a meal with friends, playing pretty much all games, and hitting the park!

Dylan Cochran

Dylan Cochran

Worship Pastor

Dylan is a native of the Pacific Northwest. He and his wife Shaina have been in ministry since they were just KIDS. He has also started and ran several successful music and creative studios throughout his career and worked with brands like Fox Sports and National Geographic.

Dylan and his family enjoy their hobby farm, family time, and hanging with friends. They have a particular love for the outdoors and doing all things sports. Dylan loves to worship and lead those around him – his motto for life is that “it should be fun”.

Emma Fulmer

Emma Fulmer

Ministry Director

Emma and her husband, Jadon moved to Eagle in 2018. After living in both of their hometowns in California and Vermont, they were determined to figure out where God really wanted them. After much prayer, travel and searching – Eagle, Idaho and Foothills were their answered prayers!

Her and her husband have 4 children and a golden retriever puppy. They homeschool their kiddos, enjoy remodeling projects together and going on family RVing adventures around Idaho.

Emma has degrees in Organizational Communications from Northeastern University and Hospitality Management from San Jose State University. She became the Director of Children’s Ministry in 2020, the Director of Development in 2022 and now works as the Ministry Director here at Foothills.

She can been seen just about everywhere in the building on a busy Sunday morning. Got a question? Ask her! She would love to get it answered and get you connected to the amazing staff, elders and ministries here at the church!

Jalene Cabrales

Jalene Cabrales

Children's Ministry Director

Jalene and her family followed God’s lead to Idaho in 2018. She has a passion for family ministry, teaching kids about Jesus, and building community. Jalene’s heart for children’s ministry is to help children experience the joy that comes with following Jesus and to know how much God loves them!

Jalene leads our MomCo ministry and loves to come alongside moms and families in community at Foothills.

Jalene holds degrees in both Child Development and Psychology, graduating from California State University in 2011. She loves to travel and adventure with her husband and their two children and she enjoys all things related to Summer.

Jesse Maher

Jesse Maher

Creative Arts Director

Jesse and his wife, Andrea, were married in 2023 and are the proud parents of two dogs.

Jesse is originally from Twin Falls and joined Foothills in September of 2019 as the Director of Creative Arts. He has been managing and directing events and dance teams across the United States for over 15 years.

Jesse is a two time national ballroom dance champion, a passionate performing arts advocate. He received his Bachelor of Science in Communications and Event Management from Southern Utah University in 2010.

Nicole Sherwood

Nicole Sherwood

Hospitality Director

Nicole was born and raised in Idaho. She attended college at Boise State University (Go Broncos!) where she met her husband, Mike. Mike and Nicole have two children, Elizabeth and Jax.

Nicole loves connecting people and supporting them in building their community. God has placed it on her heart to use her gifts through serving at Foothills and as a Targeted Service Coordinator for adults with developmental disabilities.

Nicole and her family love being in the mountains, being outside, and watching BSU football.

Mason Worstell

Mason Worstell

High-school Ministry Director

Mason and his family started going to Foothills Christian Church during COVID and were surprised at the direct methods that the pastors on staff had in their teaching. His children came home from the youth group more interested in the Bible and studied it regularly. After attending for some time, Mason and his family made the move and went from consumers of church to participants.

Since then, Brittany Worstell (Mason’s wife) has served Foothills staff as the Assistant Creative Arts Director and their four children have been volunteering regularly across the church. The Worstell family continues to actively seek God’s plan for them and grow closer to the church community.

 
Kim Cross

Kim Cross

Family Coach

Kim moved to Idaho in 1996.  After 20 years of teaching and a Master’s Degree in School Counseling, she was called to be the Director of Family Coaching at Foothills Church.

Kim uses Biblical principles to help parents improve their parenting skills and couples to strengthen their marriages.

Kim also works as an ambassador for the Amen Clinic to provide resources and behavioral guidance for managing the challenges of ADD within the family.

As a mom of two adult children, a published author and the co-host of The Lost Art of Parenting podcast, Kim continues to share her expertise through trainings and private coaching throughout the Treasure Valley and across the country.

Ashlee Flynt

Ashlee Flynt

Vocal Leader

Ashlee Flynt is a full time wife and mama, and a part time worship leader, music teacher, baker and realtor. Her passions for music and worship have taken her all over the world!

Ashlee has a heart for the underdog, and a love for all of God’s people. She has experienced His unexpected provision time and time again, and can’t help but tell people about His goodness! The Flynts have experienced church family like never before since joining Foothills in 2020, and look forward to continuing to raise (and hopefully grow) their family as a part of this awesome community.

Jordan Hurdle

Jordan Hurdle

Family Ministry Assistant

Originally from Southern California, Jordan moved to Boise in 2020 to attend BSU. About halfway through college, God gave Jordan a desire to be in ministry, specifically working with youth. As she followed God’s leading, Jordan landed at Foothills in 2022 and the Lord has given Jordan passion for discipleship and investing in the next generation of the Church!

Jordan loves to spend her time outside, at coffee shops, playing sports or game nights with friends. If there is a fun time and people, you can almost always guarantee that Jordan will be there! She graduated from Boise State University in 2023 with a B.A. Entrepreneurial Management and B.A. Business Administration and has fallen in love with Boise.

Miseda Lilly

Miseda Lilly

Office Manager

Miseda was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti and was raised in Boise for most of her life, until adulthood when she relocated to the Seattle area and Germany before returning back to her Idaho roots. She has been attending Foothills for 11 years and has been on staff for almost 3 years.

 

Along with administrative work, Miseda can often be found planning and teaching FH Kids’ Sunday School lessons.
 
With her husband, Anthony, they are raising three young boys, Ayzaiah, Zachariah, and Tobyas, who can often be found running around the church. In her free time, you’ll catch her finding adventures with her vibrant family and running her cake decorating business.
Curt Engelmann

Curt Engelmann

Food Pantry Ministry Coordinator

Curt and his family originally moved from California to Boise in 2006. After a decade long detour living in both Colorado and Texas they returned in 2021.

He and his wife, Amy, have two
daughters, Alex and Abby. Their younger daughter, Abby, has a passion for Youth Group here at Foothills and his wife can occasionally be seen singing as part of the Worship Team.

Curt’s career spans years as a talented fabricator/model maker/carpenter in film, automotive design and aviation in California before moving to Boise. Curt has a unique gift of utilizing his sense of humor combined with his passion to help others through the outreach of the Food Bank here at Foothills. The family enjoys campfires, ghost
towns, skiing and hanging out at the motocross track.

Jake Peake

Jake Peake

Creative Arts Assistant

Jake is a long time creative, born and raised in Boise. He is currently studying Computer Science and Visual Arts at BSU, alongside working as the other half of the creative team with Jesse. He has passions for music, design, cinematography, video/live production, and spreading the gospel with his unique skillset. He spends his time outside of work serving in ministry, working on cars, making music, spending time with family, and loving Idaho’s outdoors.

Vinnie Rodriguez

Vinnie Rodriguez

Building Host

Vinnie has been a member of FH since 1999 when he drove by the half-finished church and thought they were building Batting Cages!!! A sports enthusiast! Vinnie leads our church’s longest-running small group, Sunday afternoon basketball.

FH will always hold a special place in Vinnie’s heart as in 2003, he met his wife, Lisa, here while they were both working in Children’s Church!

Vinnie is recently retired from a 36.5-year career in Law Enforcement and is especially enjoying the extra time serving at FH!

Lisa Rodriguez

Lisa Rodriguez

Financial Secretary

Lisa has been a dedicated member of FH for over 20 years, and holds a deep love and commitment to our church family. Her journey with the church started 21 years when she was thrilled to be asked to lead what was FH children’s church ministry at the time, but even more thrilling was the pleasure of meeting her soon-to-be husband, Vinnie, who was right there serving by her side. Since then, she has enjoyed opportunities to volunteer and build relationships in many other ministries of the church.

A true Idaho girl (president of the Notus High Gun Club), Lisa holds a degree in Counseling from Bob Jones University. Her passion for the ministry and her desire to help people who are hurting was shaped by her dad, now a retired pastor, and mom. For the past 13 years, Lisa has loved the opporunity her role as Director of Communications and Marketing at Boise Rescue Mission Ministries has given her to offer hope and share God’s heart of love and compassion with people in need.

Ernie Satterthwait

Ernie Satterthwait

Chairman of the Elders

Ernie and Jenny first became members in 2001 and again rejoined Foothills in 2015
after moving back to Boise after Ernie’s career took them to Denver and England on assignment for five years. They have served through leadership of the Financial Peace and Legacy Journey classes for several years. Ernie is also a member of the FCC Safety and Security Team.
Ernie recently retired from his career as a CIO, and Jenny is a retired Certified Public
Accountant. Ernie and Jenny have three adult sons, and three granddaughters. During their “free” time they love to tour on their Harley Davidson’s, visit the grandchildren and fly around Idaho’s beautiful mountains.

Jerry Lyle

Jerry Lyle

Elder

Jerry and Debbie have been members of Foothills since 2006 after moving to Boise and church shopping for nearly a year. Once they found Foothills, it felt like home. They have both been called to serve in various ways and have been volunteering in church and other organizations for decades. Jerry and Debbie enjoy retirement and stay busy with volunteer work and spending time with their grandkids.

Mike Scott

Mike Scott

Elder

Mike and Deanna rejoined Foothills after retiring from the military in 1990.  Educated in business and public administration, Mike has served as an Elder since 1995, and as a small group leader, and in various other leadership capacities since that time. Mike and Deanna have 2 adult sons, and 4 grandchildren.

Steve Ford

Steve Ford

Elder & Safety and Security Director

Steve and Jo have been members of Foothills for 13 years. Steve serves as an Elder, Director of the Safety and Security Ministry and member of the Men’s Leadership Team.

Steve and Jo have lead small groups in their home and currently Steve leads the Sheepdogs small group. They have three grown children and are anxiously awaiting grandchildren. Steve enjoys hunting, fishing, shooting and traveling with Jo.

Larry McGhee

Larry McGhee

Elder

Larry has been an Elder since 1995.  He and his wife, Linda, have been a part of the church since 1970. Larry retired after four decades of service in law enforcement. Larry has taken on duties at the Church serving Funeral Pastor, Wedding Pastor, and serves on the Hearts and Hands Ministry Team. Linda also retired after two decades as Secretary to the Academic Dean and receptionist at Boise Bible College. They have three grown children and a quiver full of grandchildren and great grandchildren.  They’ve spent their retirement traveling the United States on their motorcycle.

 

Bill Buchanan

Bill Buchanan

Elder

Bill Buchanan and his wife Libby came to Christ in their mid-thirties. They immediately jumped to groups and Bible studies, which is a habit that continues to this day. They came to Foothills Christian Church in January of 2020. Bill’s career focused on marketing, research, and communications. Libby became an officer of the court in Chicago, speaking on the topic of recovery from childhood trauma. 

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