Randy Grauf obeyed the gospel as a teenager in Jadwin, Missouri. Randy has been a member of the Salem Church of Christ since 1998. Randy became a shepherd of the family of God at Salem Church of Christ in 2003.

Randy married Kathy Lough on June 9,1973 at the Jadwin Church of Christ in Jadwin, Missouri. Randy has two children, Chris and Kimberly. Randy and Kathy have 5 grandchildren (Holly, Lily,  Brenna, Weston and Jackson).

Randy believes that one of the most important things that a Shepherd does is to be an example to the family at the Salem Church of Christ.  He believes in teaching and not just commanding. He believes that it is important to listen and be connected to the family of God.  He believes that a true leader in the church is more of a shepherd not a CEO.  He looks to the Great Shepherd, Jesus as an example as he cares for the congregation.  Randy hopes to do something or say something that will help someone have a better journey in life.

Randy enjoys being a part of Christians who is so accepting and loving.  He enjoys meeting with the Church every opportunity that he has.  He is very involved with teaching bible classes.

One of Randy’s favorite person in the bible is Noah.  He feels that there is a lot of neat things revealed about Noah’s faith and willingness to obey.  His favorite passage of the bible is found in 1 John 3:1            “See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God!”.

Rick Prugh and his wife Donna have been a part of the Salem Church of Christ family since 1971.

Rick served as a deacon for about 20 years before becoming an elder in 2007 to work with the other shepherds to lead the congregation.  Rick prefers to think of his role as a “servant leader.”

Teaching adult Bible classes is one of his passions.  He, also, serves as one of the congregation’s song leaders.  During his time with the church, Rick has led many groups of young people on mission trips into Mexico to help construct buildings for churches and participated in many short-term Christian missions in various Central American countries.  He, also, served over ten years as the congregation’s volunteer youth group director.

Donna and Rick were married on May 19, 1979 at the Salem Church of Christ.  Donna has constantly been by his side, supporting and working with him in mission activities, church service, Christian encouragement, and raising their family.  Their two boys, Nathan and Ryan, are married and live in Oklahoma City and Dallas.  Their two granddaughters are a constant source of joy.

Dallas Hollenbeck and his wife Shirley have worked with our church family for over 20 years.  They were members of the congregation from 1968 to 1979 and returned in 2007 before Dallas was named as a deacon in 2010.  While Dallas has been active by serving in various capacities, he currently manages the congregation’s budget and finances.  He, also, assists the other deacons in maintaining our buildings and grounds.

Dallas enjoys serving as a deacon because it allows him to serve our church family, which he loves, while allowing our elders to focus on the spiritual needs of this congregation in the body of Christ.  Dallas enjoys being a part of our church family that he believes has good leaders and people willing to help with any work that needs to be done.

Dallas was baptized into Christ in 1955.  He and Shirley have been married since _____, and share their home with their son Billy.  This long-time servant of the Lord says his favorite verse in the Bible is II Timothy 2:15, which says “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.”

Dean Jones and his family became members of our church family in 2005, and he began serving as a Deacon in 2010.

Dean feels a deep responsibility to serve God and his church family by using his talents and skills in any way possible.

Dean uses strong talents in engineering, electrical wiring, plumbing, and construction in his role of supervising the maintenance of the congregation’s building, grounds, and church van.  Of course, with his strong attitude of service, he helps in any other areas where needed.

Dean has been married to Karen since ____ and they have two children, Martin and Katherine.  He says his family enjoys the fellowship of a church family that he considers to be kind and caring.

Dean’s favorite verse is Colossians 3:15, which states, “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.”

Wade Jadwin became a baptized believer of Jesus Christ in 1981 and a member of the Salem Church of Christ in 1994.  He has been serving as one of our deacons for about 20 years.  In that role, Wade has managed our community benevolence ministry and our budget and finances.  Currently, he is enjoying his important role in helping maintain our buildings and grounds.

Wade married his wife, Susan, in 1988.  Their daughter, Hannah, is pursuing her Education degree at Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas.  Wade says they enjoy the family atmosphere of this congregation where people work well together and do not judge others.

Wade’s favorite Bible passage is 1 Timothy 1:12-17.  “I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength, that he considered me trustworthy, appointing me to his service.  Even though I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and a violent man, I was shown mercy because I acted in ignorance and unbelief.  The grace of our Lord was poured out on me abundantly, along with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.

Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst.  But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his immense patience as an example for those who would believe in him and receive eternal life.  Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever.  Amen.”