Pastoral Staff

Pastoral Staff

Senior Pastor Eric & Helene Holdeman

In 1992 Pastor Eric followed the call of God on his life. He and his family moved to Denver, Colorado to attend “Word to the World Bible College,” under the leadership of Marilyn Hickey Ministries. After graduating, Pastor Eric and his family moved back to the Illinois Suburbs. Pastor Eric became a licensed minister with Open Bible Standard Churches in 1997, and planted Firm Foundation Church in Roselle, IL for Open Bible Standard Churches. He was Ordained in April of 2001.

Pastor Eric and his family were called by God to Pastor Spirit Life Fellowship Church of Open Bible in 2007.

Elders/Deacons

Elders:

  • Doug Dean
  • Cindy Hoover
  • Dan Berven
  •  Shane Prokop

Deacon:

  • Les Paulson

We are very grateful to God for bringing these men and women to our Church family.  Each one of them and their families love the Lord with all their hearts and are devoted and committed to our congregation.

Other Ministries

  • Adult Sunday School – – Jean Cosins
  • Children’s Ministries – – Melissa Jensen
  • Spirit Filled Youth – – Jeff & Kim Muller
  • Mens’ Ministry – – Doug Dean & Levi Markwardt 
  • I.N.S.T.E. – – Pastor Eric Holdeman & Doug Dean
  • Nursing Homes – – Bob & Jean Cosins
  • Ladies’ Ministries – – Kim Dean
  • Prison Ministry – – Opening Soon
  • Small Groups – – Pastor Eric Holdeman

Providing ministry and outreach is only possible because of God and His people who have a heart for others. They each have a unique gifting and are truly a great blessing to our church and we are thankful for all of them.

Worship Team

  • Pastor Eric
  • Moriah Markwardt
  • Shai Markwardt
  • Deanne
  • Michelle
  • Jami Manwarren
  • Dru McCarthy
  • Kim Dean

We are truly thankful for all the talents God has brought to us. God has gifted each individual in a special way. They are committed to the Church and to God with all their hearts. We love them and are happy they are here.

Sound System, Video / Live Streaming

  • Danielle Harmon
  • Shane Prokop
  • Dave Aiardo

Individuals who are energetic and enjoy working with technology to bring the mission of the church to all the world!