L  I  F  T    S  t  a  f  f LIFT Director Tim Trezise, along with his wife Kathy and children Caleb (8) and Joy (6), had served for  five years as the Program Director and Adventure Leader for EduVenture Mexico before joining LIFT. Tim's experience with EduVenture serves him well with its many similarities to LIFT, particularly a focus on discipleship and hands-on ministry experience. Tim and Kathy are also well-acquainted with the Adirondacks from their years living in western New York. Tim's vast knowledge and experience with outdoors and adventure sports will enable him to take LIFT's outdoor initiatives to new levels. He and Kathy also share a heart for helping college-aged students to grow in Christ. Prior to EduVenture, Tim and Kathy taught at Houghton College for nearly a decade. Tim (M.S., A.T.C) was the head Athletic Trainer and taught physical and outdoor education classes, and Kathy was a math professor. Kathy is a skilled educator (she has a Ph.D. in curriculum development) and loves to mentor young women. Caleb and Joy love interacting with the LIFTers and always undoubtedly 'spice up' LIFT gatherings!

Associate LIFT Director Tim Owens joined the LIFT team straight out of  Dallas Theological Seminary where he  earned his Master of Theology degree. He has been married to Courtney for five years and their little boy Drew, is an adorable one and a half years old! LIFT classes greatly benefit from Tim's solid theological training as well as his experience working with college students in various church settings. He has not only enthusiasm and energy, but also a passion to pour into the lives of young people and walk alongside them as they learn more about the God they serve. Courtney is an elementary school teacher who shares Tim's desire to minister to young men and women. Though she looks forward to staying home with little Drew, Courtney is also excited about the chance to live in the LIFT community and connect with the students each semester.