Our Board Members

GBC’s Elder Board

Bryan Hughes

Senior Pastor / Elder

Bryan Hughes

Senior Pastor / Elder

Bryan Hughes is the Senior Pastor of Grace Bible Church in Bozeman (gbcmt.org), where he has served for the past 37 years. He has a Bachelor of Arts in New Testament Greek and Theology from Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, Illinois; a Master of Arts in Exegetical Theology from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon; and a Doctor of Ministry from Trinity Theological Seminary in Newburgh, Indiana. Bryan has taught classes at a Bible college in Ukraine, Tanzania, and Siberia, as well as classes in Albania, Russia, Turkey, Ethiopia, Poland, and Italy. He is the author of 8:28 - Unlocking God’s Promise, a book that examines the meaning of Romans 8:28, and Jesus’s Teaching on the Last Days, which explains the Olivet Discourse of Matthew 24-25. He presently serves on the board of directors for The Master’s University and Seminary and serves on the faculty of Montana Bible College in Bozeman. Bryan enjoys hunting, reading, and playing basketball. He and his wife, Bev, have three grown children and 3 grandchildren.

Phone:406.586.9782 ext 11
Email:bryan.hughes@gbcmt.org

Dave Barnhart

Pastor / Elder

Dave Barnhart

Pastor / Elder

I grew up in several Midwest states living most of my life in Minnesota until heading to seminary in Oregon. I came to Christ while a student at St. Cloud State University. Education: Graduate of from Detroit Lakes High School, Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (History and Speech), St. Cloud State University, St. Cloud, Minnesota; Master of Divinity in Pastoral Studies and Master of Theology, Western Seminary, Portland, Oregon. I currently serve as the Associate Pastor of Global Outreach here at Grace (2005-current). I also served as Pastor of Adult ministries at GBC from 1999-2005. Prior to my call to GBC, I had the privilege of Pastoring the Wilsall Community Church in Wilsall, Montana as its senior pastor from 1986-1999. In addition to my pastoral roles, I have been an adjunct instructor in Bible Exposition and Historical Theology at Montana Bible College, Bozeman, Montana since 1990 until 2020. Beginning in 1995, I’ve taught modular classes to pastors / students at a number of conferences and Bible Schools in the U.S., Ukraine, Africa (Rwanda, Zambia, Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Kenya), and in Russia (Pskov and the Caucus Region). I have had the honor of being married to my wife Terry -- 40 years this coming March 28th, 2021. We are the parents of three children: Jonathan Edward -- Jon is married to Kaysie; they are the parents of Jacqueline Maries who is 11. Micah David who is married to Rachael. They have an infant son, Josiah David. Kathryn Grace – Kate is single and lives in St. George, Utah My life verse, the one I try to live out, is 1 Corinthians 4:2. “Moreover it is required in stewards that one be found faithful.” (NKJV) Next to my family, I love the outdoors . . . I am an avid hunter, hiker and enjoy gardening, a good cup of coffee and reading a good book. Oh . . . Matthew said I was supposed to say what my favorite flower is. Just about any flower will do but I am partial to Daisies and wild roses.

Phone:406.586.9782 ext 13
Email:dave.barnhart@gbcmt.org

Bill Bell

Elder

Bill Bell

Elder

I was born in New Orleans and lived in California for about 30 years. My wife Chris and I came to Montana in the late 70s to raise our family. We've been blessed to be married for 48 years, with 8 children, 6 living daughters and 10 grandchildren. I currently serve as Visitation Director working with hospitals, the home-bound and those in various care facilities. My memorial life verse is at the very end of Joshua 24:15 "As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord."

Phone:406.586.9782 ext 28
Email:bill.bell@gbcmt.org

Andy Gerlach

Pastor / Elder

Andy Gerlach

Pastor / Elder

Andy grew up in Maryland and moved to Montana in 2006 to attend Montana Bible College, where he graduated in pastoral studies. He is currently attending Faith Bible Seminary pursuing a Masters of Biblical Counseling. Andy married his bride Jennifer in September 2000. They now have 3 strapping boys and a beautiful daughter. Andy serves in the Children's ministry at Grace along with many other co-laborers loving kids and serving parents. A favorite verse is Phil 1:6 "I am sure of this, that He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ."

Phone:406.586.9782 ext 22
Email:andy.gerlach@gbcmt.org

Jeremy Sauskojus

Pastor / Elder

Jeremy Sauskojus

Pastor / Elder

Jeremy is a native Montanan and has lived his entire life under the Big Sky. After graduating from high school, he moved to Bozeman to sing at Montana State University. In his 25+ years at Grace, Jeremy has served as an associate pastor with an emphasis in music-worship, discipleship, and pre-marital counseling. In addition to an undergraduate degree from Montana State (BA), his master and doctorate degrees were earned at Liberty University (MAR & DWS). Jeremy has enjoyed training and ministering to pastors/workers in Ethiopia, Russia, Tanzania, Turkey, and the U.S. He enjoys trying to replicate God’s creation through photography. The Lord’s faithfulness is demonstrated through 25+ years of marriage to Lori, their two adult children (& their spouses), and a grandchild. “I will sing of Your strength; I will sing aloud of Your steadfast love in the morning. For You have been to me a fortress and a refuge in the day of my distress” (Ps. 59:16)

Phone:406.586.9782 ext 14
Email:jeremy.sauskojus@gbcmt.org

Jon Montoya

Pastor / Elder

Jon Montoya

Pastor / Elder

on is originally from Southern California and moved to Bozeman after high school to play football and attend school at Montana State. After graduating, he was hired by Grace Bible Church in 2004 and has served on staff ever since. While at GBC, Jon has pastored both the children’s and youth ministries and he is excited about his new role in overseeing the college ministry. He has earned degrees from MSU (BS), Trinity Seminary (MA),The Master’s College (MA), and The Master’s Seminary (DMin). Jon enjoys skiing, boating, hiking, jogging, and watching his all-time favorite college sport – football! He is happily married to Tracy and has two daughters, Marian and Macy.

Phone:406.586.9782 ext 18
Email:jon.montoya@gbcmt.org

Danny Johnson

Pastor / Elder

Danny Johnson

Pastor / Elder

Danny is a native of Bozeman. After studying music and history at Montana State University, he lived abroad for five years, teaching English in Italy, Thailand, Japan, and Nepal. While teaching in Italy, Danny met his future wife, Kate. They became followers of the Lord, Jesus Christ, in the summer of 2011. They now have a young daughter, and three boys!! Danny sings at church. He loves studying the Scriptures, apologetics, and philosophy (in that order); and also enjoys hiking, going to the hot springs, and traveling. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Montana State University; a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies from Montana Bible College; and a Master of Arts in Christian Apologetics from Talbolt School of Theology at Biola University. He is extremely grateful to the Lord for the opportunity to serve at Grace Bible Church as the assistant pastor of college ministries. "and He died for all, that those who live might no longer live for themselves but for Him who for their sake died and was raised." 2 Cor 5:15

Phone:406.586.9782 ext 20
Email:danny.johnson@gbcmt.org

Jesse Kemp

Pastor / Elder

Jesse Kemp

Pastor / Elder

Pastor Jesse was born and raised (mostly) in San Diego, CA. Between San Diego State and the University of Montana, he completed a degree in English Education in 2013. He is currently working on a Masters in Biblical and Theological Studies through Western Theological Seminary. Jesse and Megan were married in 2009 and have two children-- Kellan (5) and Marian (3). Jesse and Megan love serving the Junior and Senior High age groups. They are passionate about discipling young people in the faith through the ministry of the word of God! A verse that always reminds Jesse of the faithfulness and power of the Lord is Ephesians 1:11-- "In Him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things according to the counsel of His will."

Phone:406.586.9782 ext 21
Email:jesse.kemp@gbcmt.org

Blake Shaw

Pastor / Elder

Blake Shaw

Pastor / Elder

I grew up on a ranch in Cardwell, Montana, the third of five kids. After high school, I had a short three year stint at Montana State University before transferring to the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, where I finished my B.A. degree in Bible Theology. In 2007, I completed my Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling from The Master's University in Santa Clarita, CA. I am married to my wonderful wife, Dominique, and we are blessed to have three adult children, Thomas, Dallas (and his lovely wife, Sara), and Angelica. The Lord has allowed me to serve on the pastoral staff at Grace Bible Church for 30 years, the first 21 serving as the College Pastor and the past 9, giving oversight to our growing Counseling Ministry and to Grace Books, our in-house resource center. A favorite verse of mine is Galatians 2:20, "I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; And the life which I now live in the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God who loved me and gave Himself up for me." In my spare time, I enjoy reading, site-seeing in my Jeep, and refereeing high school basketball and volleyball.

Phone:406.586.9782 ext 12
Email:blake.shaw@gbcmt.org

Mark Amunrud

Elder

Mark Amunrud

Elder

Mark has been a part of Grace through pastors Trim, Smouse, Rutherford, and Bryan. He had two careers, one in teaching and administrating at Bible Colleges and the other in developing software. Software he designed, developed, and administrated is widely in use in banks today. He loves researching and teaching about creation, science, and end times events. Mark and his wife Debie have three adult children and three and growing grandchildren. One of his favorite verses is God’s promise of a new creation in 2 Peter 3:13 (ESV) But according to his promise we are waiting for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells.

Phone:406.586.9782 ext 12
Email:blake.shaw@gbcmt.org

Dan Gannon

Elder

Dan Gannon

Elder

Bill Vance

Elder

Bill Vance

Elder

Bill was born and Raised in Champaign, Illinois. Married to Melinda, with two children and six grandchildren. Ministry focus: discipleship, community groups, church staffing/personnel. Favorite passage: Romans 12:1-2."I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God."

Jack Thanepohn

Elder

Jack Thanepohn

Elder

Tobin Kruse

Elder

Tobin Kruse

Elder

Carl Nichols

Elder

Carl Nichols

Elder

Fearfully and wonderfully created (but slightly defective) in Tucson Arizona. Both parents veterans of WWII European theater. Responded to Christ’s call to repentance and faith at the age of 20. Upon completion of education in Chemical Engineering, I departed for a 35 year career that included work under 3M Co., Huber Carbon Black, and Rio Tinto Mining corporations. Resided in Minnesota, Texas, Arizona, Colorado, Alabama, and Montana. In the recent retirement years, I assign and advise Chemical Engineering seniors in the capstone project portion of the curriculum as an advisor. Either a member or regular attender in nine churches of various denominations in the cities I resided. Held positions of chairman of board, chairman of pulpit committee, adult Sunday school teacher, and various ministry committees as a member. Experienced the loss of my wife to pulmonary embolism in 2001. Experienced a stroke in 2009 (literally lost a piece of my mind). Today, Robin and I have a combined family of nine children ranging from ages 16 to 48. Six of our children are adopted. Spiritual gifts of the Holy Spirit seem to be teaching, wisdom and knowledge. Looking forward: 2 Peter 3:10-14 “Therefore, since all these things will be dissolved, what manner of persons ought we to be in holy conduct and godliness?

Gale Heide

Elder

Gale Heide

Elder

gale@gbcmt.org

Brad Wright

Elder

Brad Wright

Elder

Durward Sobek

Elder

Durward Sobek

Elder

Durward grew up in Billings, and moved to Bozeman after completing graduate school to take a faculty position at Montana State University. He and his wife, Sarah, have four children and a grandchild. Durward has a long history with Grace Bible Church. His grandmother was one of the earliest members of the church, and his parents were married in the church in the 1960’s. Growing up, he would attend Grace when visiting his grandmother on weekends. So when moving to Bozeman, there was little doubt that Grace would be his family’s church home! Durward currently leads our Awana children’s ministry and serves on several elder-deacon committees. One of his favorite verses of Scripture is Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.”

James Jeong

Asst. Dir of Adult Mins / Elder

James Jeong

Asst. Dir of Adult Mins / Elder

James was born - and lived - in Busan, South Korea until his parents moved to Boulder, CO when he was 10 years old. During this time, God showed James the religious hypocrisy of his heart and saved him. Grace Bible Church has been like family to James in many ways. He met the love of his life in college ministry and has been married to Jenette since March 2020. They enjoy cooking, reading, biking, hiking and spending time with people. James is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity degree at The Master's Seminary and plans to graduate in May 2022. He currently serves in overseeing the Men's Ministry, Sunday Schools and Community Groups. One of his favorite verses is Philippians 3:7, "But whatever things were gain to me, those things I have counted as loss for the sake of Christ."

Email:james.jeong@gbcmt.org

GBC’s Deacon Board

George Alberda

George Alberda

Brian Berger

Brian Berger

Matthew Buenrostro

Matthew Buenrostro

I grew up in California and met my British born wife Janet while we were both doing a college study-abroad time in Germany. The Lord graciously led me to repentance and faith in Christ in 1986. Two verses which I keep close to my heart are Eph 2:1 which says I was dead in my trespasses and sins in which I formerly walked and Gal 2:20 "I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me."

Phone:406.586.9782 ext 15
Email:matthew.buenrostro@gbcmt.org

Eric Gee

Eric Gee

Phone:406.586.9782 ext 19
Email:eric.gee@gbcmt.org

Ross Grubb

Ross Grubb

My name is Ross Grubb. I grew up on a farm and ranch in Conrad, MT. Though I grew up in a Christian home, I did not trust in Christ as Lord and Savior until my college years while I attended Montana State University. I also met my wonderful wife Jill in Bozeman during that time. Jill and I are business owners of an agricultural business in Bozeman and have three married adult children. Two live in the valley and one in beautiful Augusta, MT. We are blessed to have 4 grandchildren. Grace Bible Church has been a huge encouragement to us over the years. God has worked in our lives in so many ways through the people and teaching of Grace. Being a part of a community group has been a highlight as well. Luke 9:23-25 And he was saying to them all, "If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross daily and follow Me. For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake, he is the one who will save it. For what is a man profited if he gains the whole world, and loses or forfeits himself?"

Kelly Hall

Kelly Hall

Wes Kamerman

Wes Kamerman

I was born and have spent my entire life in the Gallatin Valley. I dairy farmed for 24 years and have sold farm equipment and auctioneered for the past 25 years. My bride and I were joined in 1986 and have two sons (twins) and we are looking forward to grandchildren! My heart and passion is the ministry to the elderly. The part of scripture that I dwell on is Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21

Kevin Orman

Kevin Orman

Alan Potts

Alan Potts

Ron Squyres

Ron Squyres

I grew up in Clancy, MT and moved to Bozeman during my sophomore year of high school. I started attending GBC during the summer of 199 and was involved in the college ministry for a number of years. I met my wife, Ruth Ann, in 2004 and we were married in 2005. We have two kids, David and Ellie, and currently enjoy serving in an outreach partner prayer group, a community group, and homeschooling our kids. I am often encouraged by Philippians 1:6 which says "being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Christ Jesus." I look forward to continuing to serve my Lord and Savior in whatever way He may lead.

Jim Sykes

Dan Welch

Dan Welch

Dave Wheeler

Dave Wheeler

Jim Zimbric

Jim Zimbric

I was born into a Christian family in 1943 and was raised in a small town in Wisconsin. I jolned the U.S. Navy right out of high school and was stationed in Washington DC. In 1970 I moved to Bozeman with a wife and three little boys. I am survived by two living sons and remarried in 2002. My wife Barbara and I have been attending Grace Bible Church for 16 years. My favorite Bible verse is John 3:16. I am currently serving as a deacon of the church and have enjoyed the fellowship of other deacons and elders. As our church continues to grow and our building continues to expand, my financial background is being utilized to serve as Chairman of the Fund Raising Committee.