Pastor Ben Burkhardt
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Pastor Ben Burkhardt

Pastor Ben has been active in ministry since he gave his life to Jesus in Spring of 2003. Growing up near the Sierra-Nevada mountains of Northern CA, he began attending church and sharing Jesus after being inspired by loving and lovable Christians to know Jesus. He picked up his Bible, began reading it, and was converted by the teachings of Jesus. This daily encounter with Jesus and His word became an instant and continuous habit.

Ben's passion for Jesus led him to travel the world, sharing the gospel! He has done mission work in over ten countries, preaching, teaching, giving Bible studies, and helping with practical needs. He has a Masters of Ministry in Church Leadership, undergrad training and certificates in Bible teaching, and most importantly believes firmly in sitting at the feet of the true Master, Jesus. His wife Shiela and daughter Bethany share his passion for Jesus and join him fully in the work of reaching souls for the Kingdom of God!

Van G. Hurst
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Van G. Hurst

Van G. Hurst, an ordained pastor in the Seventh-day Adventist Church, has a vision for relational evangelism and a focus of discipleship for today’s men. Pastor Van challenges men to serve God by answering two basic questions: “Is Christ my Lord and Savior,” and “Am I living my life in harmony with God’s will.” Hurst states, “the world is longing to experience our network of compassion as it is found in ‘community’ with Christ. The future is bright for the Adventist Church as we follow Christ’s example.”

Van with his supportive wife Janell, have ministered in Iowa, Oklahoma, Texas, the Dakotas, the Mid-America Union and Indiana. Van and Janell have a cherished daughter.

After graduating from Southwestern in Keene, Texas with a Bachelor’s in Music and Music Education in 1976, Elder Hurst returned to school in the early 80’s, to attend seminary at Andrews University. A lifetime learner, Van is a prolific reader.

Since ‘76 they have pastored or taught in six districts, thirteen churches, five conferences in three unions. As a speaker for men’s retreats, camp meetings, evangelistic meetings and convocations in various parts of the world, Pastor Van has served the church in numerous administrative capacities which include president, departmental director and pastor.

As of April, 2015, Hurst has followed the Fifth Commandment by taking early retirement in order to help care for his aging mother. He serves the local church as an elder; reaching young people on Friday nights by giving free guitar lessons. He preaches many Sabbaths in local churches as he urges people to receive Jesus into their hearts.

Dominick Alipoon (Pastor Dom)
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Dominick Alipoon (Pastor Dom)

Dominick (Pastor Dom) was selected as the district pastor of Shattuck Church in February of 2017. Dominick is a graduate of Southwestern Adventist University and hopes to start his Master of Divinity distance-ed from Andrews Theological Seminary in 2022. He’s married to his high school sweetheart Ashley, and they just welcomed their first child into the world on the eve of Thanksgiving, 2020.


Dom's strong love for God and His Word has given him a passion for sharing the gospel. Dom also enjoys teaching, woodworking, playing basketball, and reading. He's excited to meet you and share the power of love and a changed life through the gospel message.