Meet the team

Senior Minister | dusty(at)fccdc.com

Dusty and his family come to us from central Illinois and have called Dodge City home since 2017. He and his wife, Monica have 4 children (all daughters) and are very active in the community, and are passionate about making much of Jesus.

Dusty is passionate about preaching/teaching, leading, and seeing people experience the love of Jesus in Dodge City and throughout the entire world. Before Dodge City, Dusty served as the NextGen Pastor in Jacksonville, IL.

He has earned a Bachelor's Degree from Eastern Illinois University, a Master’s Degree in Teacher Leadership from UIS, and a Master’s Degree in Bible and Theology from Lincoln Christian University.

He enjoys St. Louis sports, running, reading, and writing. He has completed a marathon and several ½ marathons.

Fun fact: Dusty had 2 classes with Tony Romo while in college.

Missions and Outreach Minister | brian(at)fccdc.com

Brian comes to FCCDC from Illinois, but now calls Dodge City home! Whether it's building homes in Mexico, working alongside missionaries in Africa, or serving in the local community, Brian loves seeing the Church doing what it was made to do - making an impact for Jesus in the world around it.

Before coming to Dodge, Brian spent the last 15 years in full-time ministry working with youth, leading worship, and developing discipleship programs. Brian earned a Masters of Divinity from Lincoln Christian University. Brian and his wife, Hannah, stay busy with their three boys - Kendall, Nathan, and Andrew. In his free time Brian enjoys woodworking, golf, hunting, fishing, and watching the Chicago White Sox.

Fun fact – Brian is restoring a 1965 Chevy C10 pick-up truck named “Clementine.” He can’t wait to get it running and begin cruising around Dodge City!

Worship Minister | susanr(at)fccdc.com

Hello! My name is Susan Ridgway. I am the worship minister here at FCC. I am originally from Liberal, Ks but have lived in Dodge City for about 20 years. I attended Kansas State University earning my Bachelors in Music Education. I taught vocal and instrumental music for seven years before making the move to work in the church full-time.

I have four children, one amazing daughter-in-law, and one super amazing grandson. We also have horses, dogs, and a cat in our busy home.

My hobbies include anything to do with music. I also love to run…slowly. If you have any questions about worship ministry you can contact me at susanr@fccdc.com.

Discipleship Minister | tamie(at)fccdc.com

Tamie is a graduate of Dodge City High School, obtained her Bachelors Degree in Physical Education (K-12) from Kansas State University and obtained a Masters Degree from Fort Hays State University in Educational Administration. She has been a: Physical Education Teacher at Central Elementary, Principal at Linn Elementary and Activities Director at Dodge City High School.

Her parents moved to Dodge City from Manhattan when she was one year old and her family made First Christian Church their church home. She has been involved in various church activities over the years.

Greg and Tamie have two married children and Seven grandkids that all live in the area. They love to attend Kansas State Football games, travel, camp, hike and spend time with family and friends.

Office Manager | cassandra(at)fccdc.com

The longest place I’ve lived is Montrose, Colorado and I consider it my hometown. I am the eldest of 5 siblings and they are my whole world (and our first baby niece on the way). I also have 2 amazing dogs, Paisleigh and Aspen. I graduated from Highschool in Lewis Center, Ohio.

My hobbies include drawing, painting and cooking. I’m also a football fan and I love cheering on the Denver Broncos and New England Patriots. A fun fact about me is that I have tried the world’s hottest chocolate bar that had 9 Million SHU.

Audio Visual Director | montie(at)fccdc.com

Montie was raised in Dodge City, KS, by Pat and Sue Klecker, and is a middle child between two sisters, Anna and Katie.

Montie has his Bachelor's degree in Bible Leadership from Manhattan Christian College and is currently pursuing his Master’s of Divinity from Duke.

You can often find Montie at RedBeard reading, and his favorite books to read are in theology, philosophy, and psychology!

Childrens Co-Director | fcckids(at)fccdc.com

Monica is from Central Illinois, and has been married to Dusty for 19 years and have four daughters: Chloe, Clara, Conleigh, and Callie.

They also have two dogs (Yadi and Nolan) and two cats (Sugar and Mitten).

Monica has a B.A Degree in English with an option in Secondary Education and ESOL Certification and 4 Masters’ Degrees in: Teacher Leadership, English/Composition, Literature, and Creative Writing (with an emphasis in Fiction, Screenwriting, and Nonfiction). She’s been a high school English teacher for 19 years and counting.

Hobby: Reading, reading, and more reading

Fun Fact: I’ve written two books, but won’t publish them.

Childrens Co-Director | fcckids(at)fccdc.com

Hannah was born and raised in central Illinois, and has been married to Brian for 18 years. They have three boys, ages 17, 15, and 10.

She will be graduating with my Masters in Science of Education December 15th, and she loves to scrapbook, read, and sew.

Fun Fact: I got to dance in the pregame show of Super Bowl XXXI

Childrens Co-Director | amanda(at)fccdc.com

Amanda is married with 5 kids and 1 grandchild.

Hobby: I like to bake, knit and crochet.