Well Kids Team

If there is one thing you need to know about Jordan, it is that he lives to have fun! He loves coffee, a good book, or a walk in nice weather. When he is not out having fun, he is at home hanging out with his beautiful wife, Danay and two kids, Patrick and June. Jordan grew up in church but didn’t fully understand the gospel until later in life. So now he has a desire and passion to see the next generation grow up in love with Jesus and a true view of the gospel.

Emilie was born and raised in Bass Lake, California, and has called The Well home since 2010. Because of her childhood, she feels most at home in the mountains. When hiking, backpacking, or simply being in nature, you can expect Emilie to pick wildflowers along the way to add to her growing collection of pressed flowers. Emilie also has a knack for art, loves the Word of God, and finds joy in connecting with people and hearing their stories.

Emilie’s kid's ministry experience roots in years of Christian camp ministry and kids-focused missionary work in South Africa. Emilie is passionate about coming alongside kids in their faith, especially for the preteen age demographic. She is eager to connect with you and your 4th or 5th graders!

Melissa was born and raised in Southern California. She moved to Fresno after her first year of college. It was in Fresno that she met her husband. Sean and Melissa have been married for 22 years and have 4 kids, 1 amazing daughter-in-law, and 2 goldendoodles. She loves the beach, shopping, 80's music, and NACHOS!

Melissa had the privilege of being home with her kids until her youngest was 10. She then went to work at the elementary school her children attended and while being a campus monitor was not the most glamorous job, it made her realize how much she loved working with children. She worked as an aide in a kindergarten classroom and then as one on one aide in special education. She loves that she now gets to not only work with kids and their families, but also share Jesus with them.

MaryAnn was born and raised in Southern California. In 1997 she and her husband, Kelly, took a leap of faith and moved to Fresno. They have two adult children, Cienna and Caden.

MaryAnn earned her Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Studies, with an emphasis in early childhood education, at Fresno State. There, she realized her love for preschool-aged children and her desire to inspire and encourage them. She taught preschool for 24 years where she found joy in teaching children about Jesus and how He loves them!

She loves to work in the garden, paint, and spend time with her family. Music and worship are huge parts of her faith and connection with Jesus. She feels so blessed to now be a part of the Kids Ministry team and have the privilege of connecting with families, children, and the community as a whole.

Brooke was born and raised in Clovis and has attended the Well since 2010. She married her husband, Justin, in 2016 and has three children: Jordan, Ben, and Leah.

In 2013, she went on an Exposure Trip to an orphanage in Ukraine with Special Needs children. After returning from the trip, she switched her major from Kinesiology to Liberal Studies to eventually become a Special Education teacher.

After being a special education teacher for eight years, serving one year in RSP and the remaining years in an Autism Special Day class, Brooke followed her calling to work with children with special needs beyond the education world.

Kids with special needs have shown her a greater understanding of who God is. Brooke enjoys running, Trader Joe’s, and being outdoors!

Addi was born and raised in Fresno and has called The Well home since 2005. After graduating from high school in 2021, Addi spent a year traveling the globe, visiting countries like Senegal and El Salvador while being exposed to God’s heart for the nations. This experience was deeply challenging, but it produced a passion for overseas missionaries and a desire to partner with them in their various work. Working at a church was never on Addi’s radar, but God has been kind to lead her into working with 4th and 5th graders. When she isn’t leading at 415, you can find Addi watercolor painting, pouring latte art, going on Costco runs, or watching a movie with family and friends.

Sarah was born and raised in Fresno, where her love for sports began at a young age. She played soccer throughout her college years and has always embraced the joy and camaraderie that sports bring. Now, Sarah is excited to begin a new chapter in life, marrying her best friend, Donovin. Sarah's heart is especially devoted to children, a passion that has grown through her role as a loving auntie to three nieces and two nephews.

She believes in creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for kids to thrive and experience the joy of the Lord. Outside of time spent at The Well, you can find Sarah playing Donovin in a game of chess at Kuppa Joy, taking her dog for a run, or going on walks with friends.

Joylin was born and raised in Southern California and has been blessed with the opportunity to work in church ministry for most of her life, serving in children’s ministry and youth ministry.

Joylin went to college at Biola University where she met her husband, Jacob, and studied music and TESOL. With her music background she loves singing, choreography, and playing her guitar. Leading kids in musical worship is one of her most favorite things to do.

Besides music, Joylin also enjoys baking, running, hiking, and writing. She is so excited to serve the kids at The Well and help them to connect with God and with others.

Jenn married her Prince Charming, Shaun. They have a beautiful blended family with three kids: Alex, Roman, Chris, and 2 fur babies. Jenn attended Fresno State with a BS in Economics and has vast experience in the corporate world, nonprofits, and ministry. She is also a volunteer Chaplain with the Clovis Police Department.

Jenn has a heart for serving others and loving them where they are. On Sundays, you will find her loving on the babies in the nursery. God has put the next generation of kids and their families on her heart, and she finds great joy in supporting The Well Kids Ministry staff, kids, and families. Her heart is to love like Jesus and grow deeper in His Word.

Most kids know Danay as “the lady with the pink hair” or “the lady who ate goldfish cereal at Summerpalooza.” Needless to say, Danay loves to have a good time. You can usually find Danay hanging out with her husband (Jordan) and two kids (Patrick and June) or kicking in at the dojo practicing and teaching karate to kids and young adults!

Danay did not grow up going to church, so she is passionate about teaching kids what the Bible really says and making sure kids know they are loved!