Mike Yaconelli is the author of bestselling books Dangerous Wonder and Messy Spirituality. He was the senior editor for the Wittenburg Door (1971-1996), a satirical religious magazine noted for its irreverent humor, in-depth interviews, and commitment to reforming the evangelical church. He was the cofounder of Youth Specialties, an international organization devoted to equipping youth workers through training and resources. Mike was a prophetic voice in the church-at-large and was a devoted husband and father until his death in 2003.

Scott Koenigsaecker, Senior Pastor of Sequim Community Church since the fall of 1996. Prior to coming here I was an Associate Pastor of Small Groups, Adult Education and Marriage and Family Enrichment as well as a Youth Pastor for over 16 years. My doctoral work was at Fuller Theological Seminary in marriage and family counseling which I have utilized to develop marriage enrichment programs, parenting seminars and various men's and women's workshops. I have had the opportunity to write curriculum for several different companies, freelance articles for various publications and co-authored a book on small groups entitled Get 'em Talking which was Golden Medallion Award winner.