Kris has been active in youth ministry since 1989. She has served in congregational youth ministry and has worked for Youth Leadership at Luther Seminary. Her education includes a B.A. in Youth and Family Ministry and a Masters from Luther Seminary in St. Paul. Kris is one of the co-founders of InterServe Ministries. Kris lives in Maple Grove, MN with her Husband Scott and daugthers Julia and Emily.

Sue has served in youth ministry since 1990. Her education includes a Bachelor of Science in Human Services/Social Work and a Masters of Arts in Youth and Family Ministry from Luther Seminary in St. Paul. Sue lives in Plymouth, MN with her husband Todd. Along with Kris Bjorke, Sue is one of the co-founders of InterServe Ministries.

Kari has been in youth ministry since 1984. She has been active in camping ministry, traveled with Youth Encounter on their North Central Band, and served in congregational ministry with children and youth. She has BA degree from Concordia University in St Paul in Family Life Education and is currently pursuing graduate work in Organizational Leadership and Management. Kari is also a Certified Family Life Educator through the National Council on Family Relations. Kari has been with InterServe Ministries since December 2005, and lives on 40 Acres in Nowthen, MN with her husband Darrel and son Drake.

Peter has been ministering to youth for the past 14 years. He obtained his Masters of Arts degree in Youth and Family Ministry from Luther Seminary in St. Paul Mn. He has served congregations in suburban Minneapolis, rural IA and rural MN. He has completed Interim Ministry training and Bridgebuilders Peter has been ministering to youth for the past 14 years. He obtained his Masters of Arts degree in Youth and Family Ministry from Luther Seminary in St. Paul Mn. He has served congregations in suburban Minneapolis, rural IA and rural MN. He has completed Interim Ministry training and Bridgebuilders training. He lives with his wife Jillene and two children in Scandia, Mn.training. He lives with his wife Jillene and two children in Scandia, Mn. Peter has been with InterServe since 2007.

Tracie Peterson has over 17 years of Youth and Family ministry experience. With a BA in Psychology, she has worked with youth in many different arenas, from corrections to camping ministry. A MN native, Tracie has worked at congregations in MN, ND and the Seattle Area. She currently lives in Chaska, Mn with her husband and 2 daughters.

Pete Erickson has served and consulted in congregations since 1991. Pete has an undergraduate degree in Communication from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN and excels in ministry system design, change management and coaching. He lives in Stillwater, MN with his daughter, Ellie.

Kristen has been ministering to youth for the past 14 years. Kristen has a degree in Communications and Psychology from Concordia College in Moorhead MN and a MDIV degree from Luther Seminary with a focus in Youth & Family Ministry. Kristen has served congregations in Minnesota, Nevada and Nebraska, and now lives in Woodbury, MN with husband Gary and boys, Kyle and Micah. Kristen has been with InterServe since August 2007.

Karen has been serving in Congregational Children's Ministry since 1988. Her degree is in Sociology and Child Development from South Dakota State University. In addition to her Children's Ministry Experience, she served as the National Church Library Association President, has led several mission trips to Mexico and works with Advent Pause, a Women's Ministry. Karen lives in Stillwater, MN with her husband Mark and children, Jenna and Ben.

Sara has been called to serve in various ministry setting over the last 20
years. She obtained a certificate in youth and family ministry from
Luther Seminary in St. Paul, MN and has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a
minor in business. Sara has served in many different congregations and
bible camps and in the areas of retreat ministry, children’s ministry, and
youth ministry.

Jody has served in children's ministry for ten years. She has a BS degree in Business Administration and a Marketing Minor. Jody has been with InterServe since August 2009. She also serves in volunteer ministry including youth mentoring, teaching, coaching and fundraising. She lives in Blaine, MN, with her husband, David, and two children, Justine and Tyler.