Leadership
Staff
Dave Sautner
Lead Teaching and Connections Pastor
Dave began serving at Westwood in 1996. Since then, he and his wife, Jean, have raised three kids into their adulthood: Grace, Claire, and Josiah. He leads our Sunday morning teaching team and leads ministries which help seekers and newcomers begin and develop a relationship with Jesus Christ.
Patrick Schleper
Executive Pastor
Patrick Schleper has been attending Westwood Church for nearly 15 years. Patrick served many years as a campus ministry director through CRU. He began serving as our Executive Pastor in 2024. Patrick and his wife Tricia have three sons, Charlie, Brett and Luke.
Stephen Jones
Worship Pastor
Stephen Jones (another TX native!) joined our team in December 2023 as our Worship Pastor. Stephen has over 15 years of full-time ministry experience and loves seeing families worship The Lord together. He is married to Natalie and they have 3 children: Ellie, Maddox, and Josie. Stephen enjoys spending time with family, being outdoors, and anything related to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Oh, and LOTS of coffee.
Amber Rud
Office Manager
Amber joined Westwood staff in 2007. As the Office Manager, her role is vital to the day-to-day management and organization of administrative, employment, and IT needs; to the oversight and management of property; and to the financial and data integrity of Westwood Church. Amber and her husband, Ricky, have two daughters (Lydia & Elliana).
Brian Sauter
Youth Pastor
Brian, a native of Alta, Iowa, joined Westwood in November 2024 with his family: wife Shari, son Liam, and daughter Zayla. He has a rich history in ministry, serving as a youth pastor and in discipleship ministry. In 2022, he transitioned to teaching trades before returning to youth ministry at Westwood. Brian and Shari, a former teacher and homeschooling mom, share a passion for home renovation. They are excited to contribute to Westwood’s youth ministry, fostering growth and guiding students towards a deeper understanding of God’s love.
Barb Filiatrault
Children’s Ministry Director
Barb, a native of Minnesota, has felt the call to children’s ministry since serving as a teen herself. She believes creating a space where kids build safe relationships with friends and adults will result in a strong Westwood Kids Ministry. In her downtime, Barb loves to quilt and travel.
Matt Reeve
Care Pastor
Matt has been on staff for 10 years. He has a heart for caring for those who are hurting and helping them reach their full potential in Christ. He enjoys being with family and friends, cooking, grilling, strong coffee, pizza, anything outdoors and traveling. He and his wife, Jami, have 2 daughters, Jordan (Nick) and Morgan as well as 3 grandchildren.
Laura LaBeau
Communications Coordinator
Laura has been working in Communications at Westwood since June of 2023. She also serves on the worship team. Laura’s interests include advocating for mental health, taking walks with friends, and exploring Minnesota’s state parks with her husband Jourdan and children, Evelyn and Jourdy.
Calvin Gordon
Community Groups Director
Calvin made his way to Westwood from Dallas, Texas in the summer of 2022. We’re glad none of us knew that following winter would be the snowiest on record! Fortunate for us, Calvin stayed in Minnesota and helps lead and organize us in the area of groups.
Kelly Freeman
Women’s Ministry
Teaching Team
Dave Sautner
Calvin Gordon
Katie Zintek
Overseers
Denny Peterson
Anthony Meemken
Tony works at the VA and is married to his wonderful wife, Sara. They are the proud parents of three boys and have attended Westwood for 8 years. He has served in many roles including in KidCity, as a men’s group leader, as a Sunday morning greeter and more. Tony lives the good news of Christ in his kind outpouring towards others.
Jason Hallonquist
Jason and his wife, Ann, have been attending Westwood since 2002. Jason and Ann have three adult children, and both have been active at Westwood in various roles over the years. Jason serves as an owner and senior advisor at AIS Planning and has served on the boards of Anna Marie’s Alliance, St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce, and presently serves on the Tri-County Humane Society board.
Al DeCamillis
Al and his wife Marda have been attending Westwood since they moved to St. Cloud in 1996. They are the proud parents of three adult children, grandparents to 8 and just became great-grandparents! Al loves US history, singing, cooking, traveling, board games, and the Kansas City Chiefs. He appreciates Westwood for the many opportunities to learn and grow spiritually.