AWPC Staff

Jennifer

Executive Director

Jennifer has a Bachelor’s degree in English and Communication from the University of Minnesota-Duluth and a Master’s degree in Pastoral Ministry from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. She has more than 20 years of experience working with nonprofit organizations, including working as the Development Director at Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life. She and her husband recently moved to his home state of Michigan to be closer to family. When not exploring her new state, she can be found cheering on the University of Michigan football team, gardening, or reading. Jennifer is honored to be leading a Christ-centered ministry that provides life-affirming choices and support to women and men facing unplanned or difficult pregnancies.

Lindsey

Assistant Director

Lindsey has a Bachelor's degree from Grand Valley State University in Psychology and Criminal Justice. She has worked with non-profits that focus on supporting families and children for the past 10 years. She loves reading books, drinking coffee, and going on adventures with her family. At AWPC, Lindsey’s passion is to support and build up mothers.

Alyssa

Client Services Director

Alyssa has been at AWPC since 2013, and says she is still amazed by the growth and testimonies God orchestrates here every single year. When she’s not at work, she is riding her bike, baking bread, crafting, or seeking out trendy coffee shops. She has also enjoyed being a leader at a local Bible study.

Adrienne

Nurse Manager, R.N.

Adrienne graduated from Macomb Community College in 2012.  She has three children, ages 20, 18 and 15.  She and her husband have been married for twenty-two years.  Adrienne feels blessed to be a part of such important work in God’s Kingdom and sharing the love and hope of Jesus with the clients who come into AWPC and are lost and hurting.

Emily

Sonographer

Emily graduated from Madonna University with her Bachelor of Science degree in 2004. She later graduated from Oakland Community College with an Associate's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography in 2015 and is registered in 3 specialties (AB, OB, Vascular). Emily is married with three daughters and she and her husband host house church in their home every week. She feels blessed to be a part of AWPC in that she can show clients that there is hope.

Jerry

Accountant

Jerry has worked in accounting for over forty years. He has been married over fifty years and has five children, twenty-two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Jerry received Jesus as his Savior at the age of twenty-two. He enjoys reading and is a lifelong learner.

Nancy

Receptionist

Nancy is a married mother of two.  She enjoys gardening, cards, biking and volunteering at her church, in her community, and at AWPC.

Tara

Administrative Assistant

Tara is a loving wife and mom to 2 angel babies. She wants to use her experience through pregnancy and loss to spread hope and the love of Christ to others. She desires for her life to be a testimony to how God can create purpose from your pain. 

She and her husband are active members in their church and involved in several ministries. Tara loves going on trips with her husband, reading at cute coffee shops, watching new shows, crocheting and crafting. She is excited to pursue this new chapter at AWPC and bear witness to the amazing work God is doing here. 

Stacy

Receptionist

Stacy has been a wife for about three decades, and a mom nearly as long. She is an active member of her church where she is involved in several ministries. Stacy enjoys quirky décor, and often brings home “unique” items from the thrift store. She also believes that it is impossible to have too many cats. (Both are strongly discouraged by her husband.) When not serving at AWPC, Stacy can be found crafting, baking, and spending time with her adult children.

Emily

Medical Receptionist

Emily is a lifetime Michigander who eagerly awaits the fall each year. She enjoys coffee, playing the piano, singing, and watching a good Hallmark movie.

Sandy

Program Support Specialist

Sandy earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Michigan State University in Communications and Marketing. Prior to joining AWPC, she spent 37 years in the insurance industry as a corporate insurance broker, while volunteering at several non-profit organizations.

Sandy and her husband of 35 years have three adult children, two sons and a daughter along with two amazing daughters-in-law.

In addition to being active members of their church, Sandy and her family enjoy beach vacations, boating on Lake St Clair and spending time with the newest member of her family, their German Shepherd puppy, Bella.

Sandy is excited to join the AWPC team to bring hope, joy and the love of Jesus to those they serve.

Debra

Director of Mission Advancement

Debra is a seasoned marketing and media professional with over 30 years of experience across multiple platforms, including TV, radio, print, billboards, and digital marketing. Debra studied psychology and marketing at Oakland University. Debra has built a successful career in marketing and non-profit through her dedication to cultivating strong business relationships and fostering meaningful connections that continue to bless and enrich her daily life.

Beyond her professional achievements, Debra is deeply committed to giving back to her community, having been actively involved in non-profit work for over 10 years. With a passion for helping others, she has also owned her own business and remains eager to learn new ways to support those around her.

Debra is a proud wife of 48 years and a loving mother to two grown sons, as well as a grandmother to a talented 13-year-old granddaughter, whom she loves to spoil and share creative moments with. Debra understands the preciousness of family and cherishes time spent with her loved ones. She also has a heart for supporting women and their families, inspired by her own experiences, including the loss of two angel babies.

When she’s not working, Debra enjoys drawing contests with her granddaughter, spending time in nature, shopping, and gardening. Her passions and faith continue to inspire her and give inspiration to those she meets.