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The Team


The people are what make Epic such a special place. Whether it’s an energetic greeting at door, the talented creative arts department, or all the behind the scenes volunteers, we couldn’t do it without every one of them.

Tim Kade: Lead Pastor

Tim has been married to Kathy for 16 years and has three children. He grew up in Clawson, a small town in the suburbs of Detroit and majored in Political Science at Oakland University with plans to live an average life and successful career. In 1991, God interrupted those plans and led him to go into full time ministry. After graduating from Concordia Seminary, he’s served in churches in Michigan, Indiana and Ghana, West Africa. He is a gifted teacher and passionate about helping people discover their vital role in the story God’s writing in this world. pastortim@epicchurch.com

Team Leaders


Lisa Caruss: Director of Creative Arts

lisacaruss@epicchurch.com

Laura Claussen: First Impressions Director

lauraclaussen@epicchurch.com

Denise Hillbom: Spiritual Growth Director

denisehillbom@epicchurch.com

Laura "Q" Claussen: Epic Explorers Director

lauraqclaussen@epicchurch.com

Jamie Claussen: Music Coordinator

jamieclaussen@epicchurch.com

Ray Claussen: Facilities Director

rayclaussen@epicchurch.com

Jodi Kade: Administrative Assistant

jodikade@epicchurch.com

Teresa Matthews: Operations Director

teresamatthews@epicchurch.com

Kathy Kade: Epic Explorers Coordinator

kathykade@epicchurch.com

Brandon Kennedy: Outreach/Marketing

brandonkennedy@epicchurch.com

Larry Tomczak: Tech Director

larrytomczak@epicchurch.com

Dave Boer: teamVELOCITY Director

daveboer@epicchurch.com

Denise Wooten: epicMISSIONS Director

denisewooten@epicchurch.com