RCC Staff
Sam Prellwitz
Lead Pastor
Sam grew up on a strawberry farm just north of Ripon. After attending Wabash College in Crawfordsville, IN he moved back to Ripon and married his High School sweetheart, Meg. Together they have 3 boys (Ramsey, Archer, and Silas). Sam enjoys running (especially on trails), working in the dirt, reading, having good coffee, and exploring new towns, restaurants, or trails with Meg and his family.
Kathy Rollin
Program Director
Kathy Rollin has been married to Bob for 42 years, is a mom of 3, and Nana of 7 wonderful kiddos who she loves to spend time with. She also loves to read books in her hammock, do yoga on her patio in the mornings, and feels the deepest connection to God doing almost anything on the water. As Program Director, she sets up all things media & lighting for Sunday mornings to enhance the environment and deepen the worship experience. Be sure to say hi on a Sunday morning when she’s down from the loft (where all the magic happens!).
Shawn Clauson
Worship Pastor
Shawn has been married to his wife, Elizabeth, for 19 years. They have one daughter, Priscilla, who is 14. Shawn was born into a musical family and started playing guitar at age 5. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from UW Stout and is currently in Seminary working on a Master of Theological Studies at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. “I am excited and ready for the opportunity to help develop, facilitate, and grow the Worship at RCC through the Holy Spirit!”
Daniel Clark
Student Pastor
Danny was born and raised in Racine, WI. Danny is an avid outdoorsman and is passionate about helping people experience God through His creation. He and his wife Lindsey along with their boy (DC3) love doing anything outside and showing the students of Ripon that being a Christian can be FUN and EXCITING!
Shauna Reimche
Children's Ministry Director
Shauna has been married to her husband, Jon, for 15 years. Together they have three children (Sofia, Matthew, and Isabelle). They also have a golden retriever and a big, fluffy, orange cat. Some of Shauna’s favorite things are sunshine, nachos, traveling, books and beaches. She went to Minnesota State University Moorhead and has a master’s and specialist degree in School Psychology. She really loves working with kids and is looking forward to what God has in store for RCC!
Eden Juel
Director of Communication
Eden grew up in Snohomish, WA, and moved to Ripon in 2012 where she attended RCC before starting at UW-La Crosse. After graduating, Eden moved back to Ripon to jump into her role as RCC’s director of communication! She loves to get to know people better, especially over a meal or outdoor adventure, and she’s excited to build more connections here at RCC!
Morgan Deich
Children's Ministry
Morgan was born and raised in Waupun, WI. She has always had a passion for kids and has been working with them since she was young. Morgan is currently a full-time 4th-grade teacher in North Fond Du Lac and just graduated with her masters in Educational Administration. Morgan enjoys taking walks with her dog, Muffin, being with family, and making new connections.
Mike Holba
Founding Pastor
Mike Holba founded Ripon Community Church in 2002. Under Mike’s 20 years of leadership, God grew Ripon Community Church into a healthy and vibrant church. In 2022 Mike transitioned out of his leadership role to begin a new ministry. To find out more about what Mike is up to, check it out here:
Arica Leonard
Outreach and Connections Pastor
Pastor Arica Leonard splits her time between leading RCC’S Pastoral Care ministry and leading at Academy Consulting. If you have any questions or pastoral care needs, don’t hesitate to reach out to her here: