Justin Hammerich | Campus Pastor - Kaycee, WY

Justin has made Wyoming his home for more than 20 years.  He and his wife, Kate, and their two boys have been in Buffalo for the past 12 years.  Justin spent many years running the rodeo circuit and has many years of ranching experience.  He enjoys taking his boys fishing and playing a round of golf with Kate whenever they can find the time.  Both he and Kate have served at Summit for the past four years with life groups, youth ministry, children ministry and VBS.  If you get a chance, ask Justin how he met Kate - it’s a great story. 

EMAIL: justin@summitwy.org  

Bree Gilbert | Assistant Children's Director

Bree was raised in Sheridan, but lived in California three years while her husband, Jeremiah served in the military. Bree, Jeremiah, and their daughter moved back to Wyoming in 2024, and are enjoying the return to their home state. Bree has a
Bachelor’s degree from the University of Wyoming with an emphasis in Arts/Music. She gained a passion for music and children’s ministry at an early age, and is excited to share the love of Jesus with the younger generation. Her favorite activities include anything with family, music and enjoying God’s creation.

EMAIL: bree@summitwy.org  

Dylan Brown | Ministry Resident

Dylan and his wife, Alyssa, met right here at Summit Church during a Sunday morning service! Currently working on getting his bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies through Wesley Seminary, Dylan has taken this time to learn what it means to study ministry and do it full-time. He got a call to ministry five years ago and, since then, has been pursuing ways to learn the most about doing ministry in and around the church. A native of Wyoming, Dylan is an avid outdoorsman who loves adventure. You can find him and his wife regularly hiking in and exploring the mountains to enjoy the beautiful scenery.

EMAIL: dylan@summitwy.org  

Randy Gardner | Pastoral Care

Randy’s passion is to lead people to be fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ. He has pastored in local church ministry for over 45 years. Randy loves cycling and rode across the U.S. twice for Bible translation. Randy graduated from Biola and earned a Master’s degree from Talbot Seminary. He serves on the Boards of Turkish Connections International and Buffalo Christian Academy. Randy & Cheryl have four children, two daughters-in-law and six grandchildren.

Deb Gay | Pastoral Care

Deb has been a part of Summit Church since 1984. She & her husband, Dan, raised their three sons in the church and now also have daughters-in-law and eight grandchildren attending. God has blessed her with many Jesus-loving mentors within Summit and it is a joy for her to serve Him in the care ministry. She is also involved in her family auction business and enjoys anything that involves family and the outdoors.

EMAIL: deb@summitwy.org  

Justin Hammerich | Pastoral Care

See bio above.

EMAIL: justin@summitwy.org

Jodi Crago| Office Administrator

Jodi grew up in Buffalo and has been part of the Summit Church family for more than 40 years.  She moved home and married her husband Clint 15 years ago. She has always loved helping out at the church, and joined the staff in September of 2023.  Jodi and Clint have two fantastic kids and their family likes to spend their time hiking, camping, skiing and cheering for the Wyoming Cowboys.  Jodi loves talking to just about anyone, about pretty much anything - but especially about Jesus!

EMAIL: jodi@summitwy.org

Karyn Paulson | Executive Coordinator

Karyn joined the Summit Church team in October of 2017 and transistioned into the Executive Coordinator position in April of 2021.  She has been married to her husband, Travis, for 20 years and has two wonderful children. In her free time, she loves being active outdoors and watching her kids in whatever sport they're playing. Karyn is passionate about her Summit Church family, being involved in youth ministry and loves meeting new people on Sunday mornings. 

EMAIL: karyn@summitwy.org