Pastor Steve Hamilton
Steve Hamilton is the Lead Pastor of Grand Junction Seventh-day Adventist Church. The Hamiltons—Steve, his wife Delinda, and their 3 children, Katie, Ashley, and Andrew recently moved to Grand Junction from Paradise, CA.
Before moving to Paradise, Steve spent six years as the Youth Ministries Director in the Rocky Mountain Conference, and prior to that, he was pastor to another ridge community in Oakhurst, California. The Hamilton Family is happy to be back in the Rocky Mountain Conference.
Pastor JJ Martinez
Pastor JJ was born and raised in Riverside, California. In his pursuit of a nursing degree, he found himself attending Union College in Lincoln, Nebraska. It was during this time that he heard the call to ministry. After changing career paths, he graduated from Union College in 2017 with a bachelors in theology. He began working for the Rocky Mountain Conference shortly after where he pastored a small district. His ministry then led him to Andrews University in Berrien Springs, MI. where he began his master’s degree. He graduated from the Seminary with a Masters of Divinity in December of 2021. He has a passion for sharing the love of Jesus Christ, especially with the youth. Youth ministries has become a passion of his and hopes to help the youth begin or grow their relationship with Jesus. For him, it is a huge blessing to be able to journey the road with others as they discover their own relationship with God. He is excited to work with the youth and the church as a whole. In his free time you can find him doing many things which among those is trying new foods.
Email: [email protected]
Jean Coren - Head Elder
Becky Kilpatrick - Church Administrative Assistant
Becky is a long-time Seventh-day Adventist who grew up in Michigan and joined the Grand Junction church family in 2019, shortly after moving to Colorado. She enjoys the Bible Marking class, small study groups, and many other small group activities. Becky's son serves in the US Coast Guard and is currently stationed in Seattle, WA. When she's not working, you'll likely find her out on a local trail enjoying the western Colorado sunshine.
Email: [email protected]
Susan Bautch - Church Treasurer
Susie Bautch has been a vital part of Grand Junction Seventh Day Adventist church for many years. Currently she serves as a church treasurer as well as being an organist and involved in several ministries at the church.
Email: [email protected]
Jeff Jackson, Principal/Grade 5-8 Teacher IAA
The Rocky Mountain Conference Office of Education is pleased to announce that Jeff Jackson has accepted the position of Teaching Principal at Intermountain Adventist Academy. With a master’s in teaching and over 18 years of experience as a teacher and administrator, Jeff has purpose and passion for Adventist education.
Jeff loves the adventure of the outdoors as well and is looking forward to exploring Colorado’s Western Slopes. “God is leading in miraculous ways,” reflects Jeff, “and I look forward to seeing what he has in store for the future of Intermountain Adventist Academy. I know he has huge plans for each of the students at IAA, and we are excited to be joining the school family, churches, and community.” Join us in extending a warm welcome to Jeff Jackson and his family.
Phone: (970) 242-5116 Email: [email protected]
Jami Dove, Grades 1-4
Jami was raised in Grand Junction. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Union College and a Master of Arts in Special Education from the University of Northern Colorado. She also has an endorsement in teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students. She has worked at public and private schools in Colorado, Indiana, and Taiwan. She is very excited to have this opportunity to live close to her family and work in the community that has given her so much love and support. Jami enjoys reading, swimming, hiking, eating, camping, and traveling.
Currently Jami’s favorite Bible verse is: “But if from there [worshipping man-made gods] you seek the Lord your God, you will find Him if you seek Him with all your heart and with all your soul.” Her goal is to seek after God with her whole heart and to encourage her students to do the same.
Phone: (970) 242-5116
Andrea Jackson, Grades 9 & 10
Andrea is very excited to be part of the IAA team this year!
Phone: (970) 242-5116