United Faith Campus Ministry

Who are You?

Name:                                  Mark Winquist

Position:                              Campus Ministry Assistant

Age:                                 
      Doesn’t matter, I’m on God’s time.

Roots:                 
Born, Milbank, SD; Life educated, Brookings, SD

Interests:                             Bicycles, music, powerlifting, church & community volunteer work, youth & adult Christian ministry.

Family:                                  Single, but 2 kids: Otto (cat, 6 years old), Twoey (dog, 6 months)

Proud moments:              7^th grade, committed my life to Christ; National Collegiate Powerlifting Champion while at SDSU, Jr. World Powerlifting Champion the next year; birthing, nurturing & growing a ministry of providing bicycles, used sporting goods & fishing equipment to area American Indian Reservations called “Pedaler’s Three”.

Now Passions:                   Agape House ministry, Harvest Table, music & committee work at Brookings First United Methodist Church.

I-say-to-You:                      “God is good, all the time.”

I have been the administrative assistant for the student ministry for 10 years now.  I’ve loved this ministry since I was introduced to it when I was a senior in high school.  I couldn’t wait to become a part of the ministry.  I met my husband through this ministry and were married in the chapel when the ministry was located across the street.  We have been married for 37 years now and have four great kids.  We also have two grandchildren and one on the way in February, Gus, Olive, and ?.  Needless to say, they are the light of our lives. 

I was very excited to become a part of this ministry again when we moved back east river after living in Philip, SD for 25 years.  Watching students “live their faith” in a university setting is always rewarding.  It’s always sad to see them graduate, but also exciting to see what they do with their faith when they leave here.  We get to touch their lives for such a short time, but always hope they learned something here they can take with them for a lifetime.

I am also employed by Brookings First United Methodist as their visitor coordinator and new member coordinator, so obviously, I love meeting new people. 

Stop in and say hi, I rarely forget a face or name!

In Christ’s Service,

Peggy

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Taylor Johnson - Co-Chair

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Hey Y'all, I’m Taylor Johnson. Thanks for checking out my page. I'm the other Co-Chair of the ministry along with Jacob Laird .

I'm a freshman here at State, and I'm really enjoying the ride. Formerly a psychology major, I switched to a Political Science major, as it seems to be a little easier for me, and I’m very interested in PolySci anyway. I hope to pursue a career in ministry, whether that be ordination with the conference or playing music.

My job as a Co-Chair is to help others grow in their faith by being the best example of Christ I can possibly be. Since my freshman year of high school, I’ve had some sort of leadership role in the church and had a desire to be a pastor. This position only helps reassure that possibility and makes it seem more real. I really enjoy being part of the worship team at the Agape as well as in Sioux Falls with my church. Along with that, I play in a band and write songs as well as play guitar!

A little bit about me, I was born and raised in Sioux Falls, SD and graduated from Lincoln High School, Go Pats!!! My home church is First United Methodist Church in Sioux Falls where I began my faith journey and met some of my best friends. I’ve got Mom, Dad, Stepmom, Stepdad, 3 brothers, and 2 sisters, and WAY too many cousins to count (makes Christmas shopping quite interesting :p) I rely heavily on my friends and family for everything in life. Next to God and my relationship with Christ, they are my strength, wisdom, love, and faith. I love hanging out with friends, playing Madden against my roommate Tom, and just relaxing.

I first came to the Agape when Matt introduced me to it. I was a senior in high school, and we met on the Conference Council on Youth Ministries (CCYM). He told me about campus ministries, and since I was in the process of making a decision for college, I figured I’d give it a shot. Lucky for me, I was introduced to some of the nicest people I’ve ever met. Even in one short semester, I have learned so much about not only my faith, but leadership, responsibility, and commitment.

I look forward to the years to come and to watch this ministry and those involved grow in so many ways and make an impact on this community!

If you ever have any questions, need a prayer concern, need someone to talk to, or if you’re just bored and want somebody to hang out with, email me at packfan7711@hotmail.com or Text or call at 605-413-8851.

See ya at the Agape!

God Bless,

Taylor Johnson

Lacy Clements - Communication Coordinator

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 Hi! I’m Lacy Clements and I am the Communication Coordinator. As the Communication Coordinator, I do my best to keep the website up to date, inform students all around campus to the goings-on of the House, and serve as a direct contact to the Campus Minister and the Co-Chairs. My freshman year, I went to Black Hills State.They did not have a campus ministry, so part of the reason I transfered to SDSU was because of this ministry. I love being able to be a part of everything that goes on in the house and being able to serve others. I look forward to the nights I spend at the Agape House, for Bible Study, Worship, or even just movie nights! Right now I am working on my BS degree in Economics specialization in Business.. If you need to get ahold of me,  you can email me at clements08@hotmail.com. Thanks for checking out our website!

May God be with you everyday, and your studies go well!!

Lacy K. Clements

Hey there! My name is Kaylee and I'm a freshman at SDSU this year. I have lived in Sioux Falls my entire life until this last fall, when I ventured a whole 45 minutes away from home.  My major is Psychology and I intend on going to grad school and getting my doctorate so I can end up being a child psychologist (wish me luck!). Some of my hobbies are dancing, singing, talking (sometimes more than I should), and listening to music. I have recently taken on the position of a worship coordinator with my fiance at the Agape House and am looking forward to using my passion for music and orgainzation skills to serve the Lord. There are many exciting opportunities in store and I hope to see many of you get involved in the misitry this semester!

Hi, I'm Alex. This is my first semester up here at State. I am originally from Missouri but have lived in Sioux Falls most of my life. I spent the last summer in San Antonio, TX & Bilox, MS for Air Force Basic Training & Tech School. And I am now a member of the 114th Fighter Wing in Sioux Falls. I have been a member of a Christian band for the past two years and that is still going great. Up at State, I'm trying to major in Theater Production and eventually combine that with my love for music. In SuFu I help lead worship at First United Methosdist and am now a Co-Worship Coordinator here in Brookings for the Campus Ministry. My faith isn't as strong as I would like it and hope tha tmy experience here can help me along the way.

My name is Megan and I am a freshman at SDSU. I am not sure what I would like to major in, so I have been focusing on general classes. I first heard about the Agape House from pastor Matt. He got me interested in getting involved with the ministry and that is now why I've chosen to take on the Outreach Coordinator position.

Hey everyone! My name is Ashley Dailie and I am a freshman at SDSU. I am a nursing major, minoring in nutrition. After nursing school, l plan get my doctorate degree and to become a family nurse practitioner. Some of my favorite hobbies are running/exercising, playing card games, watching football (Go Colts!), and hanging out with my family and friends.
At the Agape House, I am the Wellness Coordinator. I will be planning some fun, energizing activities that motivate your physical, as well as spiritual being! :) I heard about the Agape House from some of my older peers and Pastor Matt. Its a great ministry with a lot of great friends to meet too!