Rev. Dr. Kevin Adams is the founding and senior pastor of Granite Springs Church. He loves conversation with people in all stages of their spiritual journey, mentoring young leaders, and praying the psalms. He also loves preaching, receiving his D.Min. under the direction of Haddon Robinson, a much loved and highly respected prince of preachers.

Through his leadership Granite Springs has helped launch ten church plants in the Sacramento area and beyond and received numerous grants. He has taught at William Jessup University and Calvin Theological Seminary and has written a number of books, including 150: Finding Your Story in the Psalms (2011), The Gospel in a Handshake (2019), and Living Under Water (2022).

In his free time he enjoys hiking, watching the Sacramento Kings play, and reading novels and historical biography.

Rev. Kyu Hahn believes everyone has a story and that all stories are often marked by seasons of joy and sorrow. Kyu finds fulfillment in accompanying others in their times of hardships and offering God’s grace through listening, praying, and preaching.

Kyu also enjoys a good cup of coffee, traveling, working out, and spending time with his wife, Dorrie. He is a fan of the Golden State Warriors and the Georgia Bulldogs.

Matt first came to Granite Springs in 2014 as a visitor, having no idea a winding journey of God’s calling would lead him to a role as an Associate Pastor in 2018. He works on a lot of behind-the-scenes administration at the church and loves teaching and thinking through ways we can grow into spiritual grownups.

Matt is married to Rachel (whom he met at Granite Springs!) and they have two boys, Oliver and Julian. Reading, television, podcasts and the San Antonio Spurs are all dear to him (not necessarily in that order).

Dr. Libby Backfish is an Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies at Jessup University and is delighted to serve also as a commissioned pastor at Granite Spring Church. You might find her teaching a small group, preaching, playing with kids on the playground, or devouring snacks at the Sunday morning hospitality table (yum!).

Libby and her husband Michael have two amazing children, Dana and Drew, too many pets, and a passion for outdoor adventures of all kinds.

Jana serves as the Director of Creative Arts and Communication at Granite Springs Church. She has a passion for people—hearing their stories, facilitating opportunities for them to serve and grow, or leading them into deeper awareness of who they are and who God is. Jana has been serving in church and worship leadership contexts for fifteen years. In addition, she has spent the last five years teaching and overseeing fine arts education in Christian schools in both the U.S. and abroad.

When she’s not reading everything from cookbooks to theology to YA fiction/fantasy, you will most likely find her in the middle of a creative project or off an adventure!

Marrissa enjoys teaching God’s precious children the Gospel through love and grace. She enjoys implementing and creating engaging activities as children learn more about the Word of God and how much God loves them each week. Marrissa also loves spending time with family and friends.

Zach is from the Sacramento area and is a William Jessup University alumnus. He is currently studying towards a Master of Divinity at Fuller Seminary. He loves hiking and spending time outdoors, but you are also likely to find him trying different coffee shops, playing board games, or reading a good book.

He has spent the past few years working in higher education and loves coming alongside teenagers and young adults in their journeys of discovering themselves and who God is.

Kaitlynn is thankful for the chance to serve as the Office Manager, helping to enrich church life and build a strong sense of community and organization. In her free time, you’ll often find her enjoying quality moments with her amazing husband and two boys. She enjoys spending time outdoors and reading whenever she can steal a moment.

Andie is ecstatic to join Granite Springs Church as the Hospitality Coordinator! Her family of four moved to Lincoln twelve years ago, and have been church members nearly as long. For the past two decades Andie has enjoyed volunteering in her kiddos classes, tutoring English Literature, and more recently, volunteering with The Gathering Inn.

Her spare time is usually spent homeschooling her youngest son, reading a suspenseful book, or spending time with family and friends. Make sure to come and say hello!