Jeff Koch - Metro Director

Originally from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, I studied nuclear engineering and graduated from the University of Michigan in 1992.  I've been married to my wonderful wife Angela for 8 years, and we have three children: Brittany, Joshua, and Elise.  I've lived all over the place, including Indiana, Orlando, Florida, East Asia, and South Carolina.  Our family moved to Chicago in 2000, and we love it here in the city.  I enjoy working on projects around the house, my 165 gallon saltwater aquarium, and hanging out with my family.  

Malissa Mackey - Metro Director

I was born in Racine, Wisconsin and raised in Sylvania, OH.  I graduated from Wittenberg University in 1997 with a degree in Biology.   Though my intention all along was to be a Marine Biologist, I discovered God had other plans for me by my Junior year.  I joined staff the summer of 1997 and was assigned to the Metro Ministry in Detroit, where I was a Director for 7 years.   I am now thrilled and so confident the Lord has called me to Chicago. I'm a life-long Cubs and Bears fan!  I love traveling, going to movies, concerts and sporting events.  I can't wait to get to know and serve this great city!

Angela Koch

I grew up in Michigan, but spent my high school years in London, England and then Taipei, Taiwan.  That’s where God showed me He loved me and I decided to follow Jesus.  The University of Michigan’s Campus Crusade is where I learned how.  I joined staff with Campus Crusade for Christ in 1994 and moved all over the place before landing in Chicago.  All of that seems like a lifetime ago;  daily life now is diapers, PB&J sandwiches, and glimpses into the lives of college students in Chicago.  Anytime you want to stop by and let me have a glimpse, the door’s open, and we’ll probably bake you some chocolate chip cookies!

Andy Brandt - Operations Metro Director

I grew up in the Detroit area and am a huge fan of all the sports teams from that area.  After graduating from Central Michigan University with a degree in Computer Science in 2003 I joined staff and was placed in Chicago.  I got married in the Spring of 2007 to a wonderful and beautiful woman who has the same first and middle name as my sister.

Amy Brandt

I love the city! I love the people and the great diversity! After growing up in a small town I went to college at the University of Detroit Mercy where I studied history, English, and African American Studies. When I graduated I joined the staff of Here's Life Inner City, the urban ministry of Campus Crusade. In March 2007 I married Andy and transferred to work with Chicago Cru. I love reading novels, watching sports, and hanging out with my nieces and nephews.

Mark Covel

I grew up in Michigan, went to Meridian High School, went to Saginaw Valley State University, my intramural indoor soccer team placed second, I was president of the IV chapter at SVSU, I went to Guatemala for a missions trip, I moved to Chicago in 1999 to attend Moody Grad School, God gave me a sweet job teaching English as a Second Language in Chinatown, graduated in 2003, anything else...just ask me.  

Dusti Jones - Associate Staff

I grew up in South Dakota, graduated from Purdue University in 2004 in Elementary Education.  I taught first grade and second grade for two years before moving to Chicago.  I enjoy traveling - especially overseas, Purdue football, H&M, cinnamon gummy bears, Jimmy Johns, coffee shops, movies, friends, art, laughing to tears, being outdoors in the sun - skiing (snow & water), surfing, kayaking, climbing, running, walking, swimming, anything!  Last but NOT least…I just married the most amazing Aaron Jones on June 2! 

Ian Mansfield 

I was born and raised overseas in various places such as: Austria , England , Israel , and Hungary .  I moved to the states when I was 21 and finished my degree in mathematics at the University of Colorado .  Some of the things I love to do: rock climb, play music, travel, ski, swim, and of course tell people about how amazing it is to have a relationship with Jesus!!.

Michael Rose 

I grew up in Miami, FL but, in 1993, I moved to Buffalo Grove, IL. In 1999, I trusted my life to Jesus Christ and it has never been the same since. In 2005, I graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Landscape Horticulture and Design, after which I joined staff with Campus Crusade. I lived in Puebla, Mx summer of 2004 and as a result I enjoy anything Poblano, including putting avocado slices on everything. Some other hobbies I enjoy are singing, horseback riding, swing dancing, skiing, gardening and watching my turtle swim around in circles.  

Hope Rose 

I am from Orleans, IN a small town south of IU.  I attended Purdue University and graduated in 2006 with an Elementary Education degree.  Some of my favorite things are camping, backpacking, horse back riding, swing dancing, and Chi-town.  I also enjoy exotic foods- Thai food especially.  When I am not working I love to spend time cooking and taking walks with my husband and our dog. 

Hung Lu - New Staff Raising Support

I grew up in Toledo , Ohio but in 2002 after college I moved to Columbus , Ohio .  I am Chinese and Vietnamese.  I trusted Christ with my life in 1998 at a Crusade party.  Before coming on staff I worked in the market place, as a youth pastor, and a Christian counselor.  I went on Stint to Macedonia in 2005.  I've been on five summer projects.  I love to swing dance, having deep conversions, reading, writing poetry, and time with Jesus.  If you want to know anything else you can ask me I love to hang out a lot with people!

Becky Foster - New Staff Raising Support

I grew up in the St. Louis area but I went to college in Chicago. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2006 with a degree in Germanic Studies. So I'm a big fan of all things German or Austrian, and I loved the year I got to study abroad in Vienna. I met my husband Nick in high school and we got married right after I graduated from college. I love to cook and I love food - especially fresh produce in the summer. Oh, and chocolate. I like running, hiking, skiing, camping, watching movies, hanging out with people, exploring the city - especially different coffeeshops and cafes.

Chris Boeyink - New Staff Raising Support

Before I get into explaining a little about myself, I will first explain my namesake. Its pronunciation is simply "boink." Do not be ashamed if you giggle at that, as most people do. It is a Dutch name, from the province of Gelderland which is right on the border with Germany. You may be wondering if I was ever tormented as a child - having the last name of Boeyink. I was not, for I grew up in a small Dutch community in Iowa called Pella, and there we all had odd names, and thus suffered together. I am married to a wonderful and beautiful woman - Andrea, and enjoy the same things that she does, with the exception of jewelry. I am a graduate of Elmhurst College, and am a servant of the Most High God.

Andrea Boeyink - New Staff Raising Support

I grew up on a dairy farm in Ohio. I was one of those little girls who always wanted a horse but never got one...instead I rode the cows. I went to Northwest State Community College and left with an Associate of Arts. My plan was to transfer to OSU and become a teacher, but God wouldn't leave me alone about Chicago, and instead, I interned with Campus Crusade for two years in the City, and met my husband there. I like: my man, the outdoors, animals, art, people, jewelry, shopping, road-trips, best friends, new places, poetry, good conversations and good books, LOTR, music--especially live, and almost all games (except the one that shocks you when you lose--seriously, it's a real game.)I think Chicago will always amaze me.