
OUR PASTORS
Jake Gibson - Senior Pastor

Jake serves as the Senior Pastor of Winneconne Christian Fellowship, where he’s passionate about helping people experience the freedom, purpose, and transformation that comes from truly knowing and living out God’s truth.
A storyteller at heart, Jake loves using real-life moments—both the ordinary and the unexpected—to connect people to the life-changing truth of God’s Word. His own journey has been marked by the kind of transformation that happens when truth collides with grace, and he believes the Church should be a safe, loving community where that kind of transformation is possible for everyone.
From a young age, Jake dreamed of being part of something big. That dream found its deepest fulfillment in following God's will and leading others to do the same. For Jake, there's nothing greater than watching people step into the purposeful life they were created for.
At WCF, he’s honored to lead a church that bridges the gap between tradition and truth through engaging events, shared stories, and transformative teaching—helping people of all backgrounds find connection, healing, and lasting hope.
Derek Vercimak - Internal Associate Pastor

At WCF, we believe in being a safe, loving community where tradition and truth come together to help people live purposeful lives. As the Internal Associate Pastor, my role is to help that vision come alive—one moment, one person, and one story at a time.
Growing up, I thought I had to have all the answers and help people entirely on my own. But through experience (and a good bit of humility), I’ve come to realize that real ministry is collaborative. It’s about pursuing truth together—drawing from our traditions, our stories, and God’s ongoing work in our lives. Now, I find joy in helping others live intentionally by fostering spaces for reflection, growth, and transformation.
I love the small picture—the details that set people up for their big moments. Whether it’s helping someone organize their thoughts (or their garage), walking with them through spiritual formation, or finding creative, innovative ways to grow as a church family, I believe every small step matters in our shared journey toward purpose.
One of my greatest joys is witnessing God’s influence in people’s lives and celebrating His glory in the process. I enjoy sharing my own experiences so others can live with deeper understanding—and sometimes, that means telling stories over a game of mini golf or a jazz ensemble.
Together, we grow. Together, we reflect. Together, we give God more glory.



