Ryan and Lynn Heathco graciously answered a Q & A a few weeks ago to help us get to know them better. Ryan begins as CCJ's Student Minister on Sunday, April 20.
Essentials
Lynn: I was born March 29, 1985 in Bloomington, IN. I grew up in Gosport, IN and went to Owen Valley High School in Spencer. I have one sister named Erin who just turned 18. A 17-year-old step sister named Shelby and two soon to be sisters (will be adopted!) named Jaide and Brittanie. My mom and her husband live in Freedom, IN and my dad lives in Gosport, IN.
Ryan: I was born on November 23, 1984 in Indianapolis. I lived in the Ben Davis area for about 6 years until moving to Martinsville. My older brother Chad and I grew up in Martinsville, where my parents Craig and Linda still reside.
How did you two meet, when were you married?
We actually met in youth group at Eastview Christian in Martinsville and became good friends. We started dating at the end of our Junior year and dated all the way through college. We just got married last May 19.
What has drawn you to CCJ and Dubois County (besides the Holy Spirit)?
First of all, we are really excited about becoming Hoosiers again. :-) Most of all, we are really excited about what God is doing in Dubois County through CCJ. We can’t wait to become a part of such a supportive and passionate family of believers and we are anxious to make CCJ our home church.
Hobbies?
Ryan: I collect autographs. I also enjoy basketball, football, and art.
Lynn: Being creative! I love drawing and painting…. I pretty much love any arts or crafts. I also love to jog when I have time and I really love going to the movies.
Favorites:
Food
Ryan: Spaghetti
Lynn: I agree… spaghetti
Music
Ryan: Jars of Clay and John Mayer
Lynn: John Mayer, Andy Davis, Norah Jones, Derek Webb
Movies
Ryan: The Shawshank Redemption
Lynn: I really don’t have one favorite but I do LOVE movies.
Color
Ryan: Blue (R: 42, G: 63, and B: 135)
Lynn: Green & Pink
Clothing
Ryan: Blue jeans and a button up
Lynn: All :-)
Books
Ryan: Any books by C.S. Lewis, Shel Siverstein, and Rob Bell
Preachers
Ryan: Louie Giglio
Podcasts
Ryan: Simply Youth Ministry Podcast, Colts Podcast
Desert Island
Books
Ryan: The Bible, Shel Silverstein’s A Light in the Attic, and a Sports Illustrated Subscription
Lynn: The Bible, My Utmost for His Highest, and the book I’m reading right now - Soul Cravings (So I can finally find time to finish it).
CDs
Ryan: Jars of Clay (Jars of Clay), John Mayer (Continuum), and The Beatles (One)
Lynn:John Mayer (Room for Squares), Derek Webb (She Must and Shall Go Free), Andy Davis
Movies
Ryan: Shawshank, Back to the Future, and Alfred Hitchcock Flicks.
Any web links you’d like to share that everyone should visit?
Become our facebook friends!
What are your hopes for CCJ and the youth/children’s ministry?
Ryan & Lynn: A long future with both while encouraging spiritual growth and excitement about God’s word in kids and teens.
Favorite Bible book/verse
Ryan: John 10:10
Lynn: James
What were your first impressions of CCJ after one weekend here?
Ryan: I can’t wait to get there!
Lynn: We felt so at home at CCJ and can’t wait to be a part of the awesome things that God is doing there!
Before You Die
Who would you like to meet?
Ryan: Bear Grylls (Especially if I were on the deserted Island)
Where would you like to visit?
Ryan: The Mediterranean
Lynn: Hawaii & Europe
