Russ Tappero
Lead Pastor
Russ currently serves as lead pastor of Redmond Assembly of God, where he's passionate about teaching and about connecting with and serving people from all backgrounds and walks of life. In addition, Russ is a chaplain for the Redmond Police and Fire Departments.
Before coming to Redmond, Russ worked for many years as Executive Director of the Puget Sound Area Adult & Teen Challenge, a Christ-centered recovery program for people struggling with addiction. Early in his career he worked in other pastoral roles, and as director of a Bible camp. He has a BA in Biblical Literature, a Minor in Missions, and a Master’s Degree in Ministry Leadership.
Russ and his wife Jennifer have four adult children and a growing number of grandchildren. Jennifer is a Certified Nursing Assistant and a Medical Assistant. Together, they enjoy family, friends, motorcycles, and the great outdoors.
Before coming to Redmond, Russ worked for many years as Executive Director of the Puget Sound Area Adult & Teen Challenge, a Christ-centered recovery program for people struggling with addiction. Early in his career he worked in other pastoral roles, and as director of a Bible camp. He has a BA in Biblical Literature, a Minor in Missions, and a Master’s Degree in Ministry Leadership.
Russ and his wife Jennifer have four adult children and a growing number of grandchildren. Jennifer is a Certified Nursing Assistant and a Medical Assistant. Together, they enjoy family, friends, motorcycles, and the great outdoors.
Tyler Strange
Associate Pastor and student ministries
Before coming to Redmond Assembly of God, Tyler worked in full-time ministry at the Seattle, WA Adult & Teen Challenge men's campus. It was there that he discovered his passion for outreach, street ministry, and reaching the lost with the message of Christ. He loves spending time deepening his knowledge of God's Word, serving in ministries he's passionate about, and enjoying new adventures with his wife Paige.
Lori Doornenbal
Elder, Volunteer Associate Pastor, and student ministries
Lori was called out of her marketing job in Iowa in order to serve the church. She moved to Washington to attend Northwest University and found Redmond Assembly of God. Twenty-three years later she still loves this church family dearly. She enjoys spending as much time as possible with her husband and two teenagers, and she loves the outdoors.
Johanna
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Several years ago Johanna left her teaching career of 20 years to try something new. She really loves administrative work and gets a lot of enjoyment out of working behind-the-scenes to help services, meetings, and ministries run smoothly. She and her husband love this church and have been a part of it for many years. They both grew up in the Puget Sound area, and they love spending time together outdoors, watching movies, hanging out with family, and eating good food!