Our Leadership

Meet the Secretariat

We’re here to help — through support, information, and prayer.

Lay Director

Bert Dombrowsky

Presides over, directs, and coordinates the efforts of the Secretariat.

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Assistant Lay Director

Mark Robillard

Prepares to assume the duties of the Lay Director; plans and supervises critiques and locates sites for weekends.

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NLS Rep

Marianne Dierker

Represents Gold Coast at the National Lutheran Secretariat and keeps the community connected to the national movement.

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Senior Spiritual Director

Chris Fogal

Provides spiritual guidance to the Secretariat and to the weekends.

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Communications

Lindsey Palmer

Collects, edits, and assembles articles for the newsletter; arranges publication and distribution.

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Music

Gina Kastner

Maintains the music manuals and ensures all printed music is used within appropriate copyrights.

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Kitchen Coordinator

Karen Hernandez

Coordinates kitchen teams and meals for every weekend.

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Treasurer

Lisa Jerome

Collects, records, disburses, and maintains the records, reports, and finances of GCVdC.

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Lisa serves and worships at Second Chance Church TC, Temple Baptist Church of Fort Pierce, and St. Anastasia Catholic Church.

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Palanca

Jennifer Kent

Obtains and presents general Palanca for all weekends.

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Physical Arrangements

OPEN Position

Maintains the transport trailer, coordinates weekend setup and banner volunteers, organizes laundry, and purchases food and supplies.

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Secretary

Deena Nunes

Records minutes, maintains the records, and acts as historian of the Secretariat.

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Leaders' School

Dave Hernandez

Conducts Leaders' Orientation and plans and supervises spouse meetings.

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Post Via de Cristo

Carol-Ann Beers

Plans and coordinates Ultreyas, works with parish representatives, and helps cursillistas find reunion groups.

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Media

Matt Johnston

Orders and distributes weekend materials; maintains and assembles manuals.

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Webmaster · non-voting

Mary Lee Weir

Responsible for maintaining and updating the website.

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Database Manager · non-voting

Beth Brown

Responsible for maintaining and updating the community database.

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Pre Via de Cristo

Holly Robillard

Processes weekend applications, manages check-in, and leads the sendoff ceremony.

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Sponsorship

Timeka Motlow

Guides sponsors through the application process and supports candidates ahead of their weekend.

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Timeka Motlow is a devoted follower of Christ, nonprofit leader, and servant-hearted community advocate who is passionate about helping others discover their God-given purpose. She worships at Family Church and made Via de Cristo weekend #94.

Timeka holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Barry University and a Master of Public Administration (MPA) with a concentration in Nonprofit Management from Nova Southeastern University, and is also a Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional (CNAP). With more than a decade of experience in nonprofit management and financial operations, she has devoted her career to strengthening organizations that uplift and empower communities.

Beyond her professional work, Timeka's heart for ministry is rooted in her commitment to serve. Whether mentoring young girls, serving in children's ministry, or supporting nonprofit organizations, she believes God uses every part of our story for His glory. Timeka is honored to serve in this capacity, supporting the mission of strengthening Christian leaders. Timeka strives to live a life that reflects the love of Christ while encouraging others to walk boldly in faith, purpose, and love.

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