MEET OUR STAFF

JEFF STRICKLAND — Lead Pastor

Jeff Strickland was born and raised in Virginia, but considers himself a Hoosier native at this point. He met his wife, Stephanie, in the halls of Crawfordsville High School, and they have now been married 17 years. Jeff attended Taylor University before getting his M.Div., Th.M., and Ph.D. from Southern Seminary.

Stephanie is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. Jeff & Steph have two sons — two of the coolest and craziest little dudes — Carson & Knox.

JOE HOUSE — Pastoral Assistant

Joe originally grew up in Lafayette, IN. He attended and graduated from Wabash College. Joe is married to his amazing wife Cali; they have been married just over 3 years and are expecting their first child in January! 

Joe is so thankful to be a member of The Fields Church and to get to serve on staff as a pastoral assistant. Joe has taught math for the last 5 years at a variety of schools including Westfield High School. He currently is a seminary student at Indianapolis Theological Seminary and would aspire to one day be a pastor. Joe loves coffee, BBQ, and board games and he especially loves his wife and his church family.

GRACE MANGOLD — Worship Director

Grace was born and raised in Crawfordsville, IN. She met her husband, Dylan, during her high school career, and after 10 years of friendship and mutual admiration from afar, they tied the knot in the fall of 2021. Grace studied music business at Anderson University, pursuing her passion for music, songwriting and worship leading.

Grace enjoys gardening, Northern Michigan, spending time with family and friends, and songwriting where she releases her personal work under her maiden name, Grace Stewart. She and her husband are honored to be a part of what God is doing at The Fields Church. 

Haley was raised in Carmel, IN.  She attended Indiana University, where she earned a degree in Business Management, became a follower of Jesus, and met her husband of 15 years, Stephen!  Haley and Stephen are parents to two sweet and fun little ladies, Caroline and Emerson.  

Haley loves spending time with family and friends, snuggling on the couch with her two doggies, cooking, running, reading, and participating in a good in-depth Bible study!  

Haley is honored to be a part of supporting parents & caregivers at The Fields Church in their discipleship and care over their children.  She is passionate about encouraging kids that they, too, can know God personally through Christ, and understand His Word that He has given to them through the Bible!

HALEY FILBERT — Kids Director

Holly lives with her family in Sheridan, IN. She married her high school sweetheart, Ian, in 2014. Together they have 3 kiddos — Warren, Ellie, & Jaxon, and a doodle named Millie.

Holly graduated from Grace College with a degree in Educational Ministries, minoring in Behavioral Science. She has worked in various roles in ministry, including receptionist, preschool teacher, and kids ministry. Holly is excited to be in the role of Admin at The Fields Church. 

Holly loves being outside, reading, a good cup of coffee & running around with her kids. She and her family are excited to be a part of the work that God is doing in the Westfield area.

HOLLY LINE — Admin

MEET OUR ELDERS

  • Jeff Strickland was born and raised in Virginia, but considers himself a Hoosier native at this point. He met his wife, Stephanie, in the halls of Crawfordsville High School, and they have now been married 17 years. Jeff attended Taylor University before getting his M.Div., Th.M., and Ph.D. from Southern Seminary.

    Stephanie is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. Jeff & Steph have two sons — two of the coolest and craziest little dudes — Carson & Knox.

  • Jordan Granger was born in Plano, Texas but grew up in Carmel, Indiana. He received a B.A. in English from Grove City College. He went on to obtain a Master of Divinity from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2019 and is currently a Ph.D. student in Biblical Counseling, also from SBTS. He has served in law enforcement since 2010.

    Jordan is married with five children. He really enjoys spending time with his family and friends, jiu-jitsu, and outdoor activities like hunting and backpacking.

  • Jim is a Christian, husband, father of four. He works at a bank where he uses his appraisal background to help various departments solve problems. Jim loves to teach the Bible as it allows him to dig deeper into the text and teach the class what wonderful things he has discovered in His Word.