Meet the Staff
Carla Heiple
Office Manager, Bookkeeper
Hometown: Pekin, IL
Family members: Husband Jeremy (married 35 years). Children: Derek 38, Darby 31, Tate 28, Tanner 27, and Drae 22
Church: Summit Point Church - East Peoria, IL
What is the kindest thing someone has ever done for you? My grandparents were always there for me during my childhood, taking me to & from school, running me to ice skating practices, and bringing me ICEE's when I was home sick.
If you could add a commandment to the existing ten, what would it be? Thou shalt honor thy wife with abundant shopppinnng.
Do you have any hidden talents? I was a figure skater starting at age 7 and continued all the way through my senior year of high school. I even had the Dorothy Hamill hair style when I soloed for the Pekin Figure Skating Team.
Best concert? Was a powerful night of worship led by the David Crowder Band at Harvest Bible Chapel's Elgin campus. The room was packed with a melting pot of diverse Chicago cultures. We all sang, cried, and lifted high the name of Jesus. It felt like a glimpse of Heaven.
What are your favorite hobbies? Cooking, entertaining, shopping, spending time with friends over coffee...did I mention shopping?
How has Christ changed your life? I accepted Christ at a girl's gathering in 6th grade. I was blessed to sit under Dr. Bruce Dunn's teaching at Grace Presbyterian for many years and remember being challenged by Dr. Dunn during a Good Friday service to authentically walk the talk. That moment was the turning point in my life, and it has been the foundation that I have kept coming back to as I have encountered life's storms. God's exceedingly great promises have always been there for me to lean into, season by season.
Favorite Bible verse? Colossians 2:7 "Let your roots grow down deeply in Him, and let Him build you up on a firm foundation. Be strong in the faith, just as you were taught, and always spill over with thankfulness." This verse was the basis of a two-year Bible study from The Navigators that deeply influenced my life.
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Daniel Cushman
Production Manager
Hometown: Caribou, ME (lived in Central IL since 2001)
Family Members: Married to wife Rachel since 2012. Two children: daughter Chelsea (2015) & son Lucas (2017).
Church: New Life Church - Morton, IL
What are your favorite hobbies? Keeping up with the latest technology. Playing board games. Watching sports especially the Cubs, Colts, Mavericks, and Fighting Illini. Studying personal finance. Reading non-fiction books.
If there was a movie made about your life, who would you like to see cast as you? Matthew Broderick. People say I look and sound like him.
If you could witness any historical event, what would you want to see? The signing of the Declaration of Independence. I love American history!
What is your favorite book of the Bible and why? Proverbs is my favorite because of the great wisdom we can learn from the book to use in our daily walk with the Lord. The Proverb of the day Bible reading plan is a great way to stay in God's Word every day.
Who has been the greatest influence in your Christian life and why? My friend Kirk has been a close friend and mentor for over 10 years. He discipled me as I entered my adult years. He's been an encourager to me in various areas of life, including getting me involved in church leadership. I hope to model the example he has set for me in the future, by mentoring and encouraging others.
How has Christ changed your life? I grew up in the church attending every week and accepted Christ at age 7. I have always known that God is there walking beside me step by step and that I can rely on him for anything, big or small. In my adult life, I've grown deeper in my faith through discipleship, bible memorization, and being able to use my gifts and abilities to serve the local church.
Favorite Bible verse? Proverbs 3:5-6. Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He will direct your paths.
Keith Lang
Operations Manager
Hometown: Peoria, IL
Family members: Married to Becky (16 years) and 4 children Judah (15 yrs), Rayah (13 yrs), Faith (11 yrs), and Viennah (8 yrs). Parents: Mark and Jane, sister: Kari (brother-in-law Jake) and children Eriss, Ezra, Eli, and Emmett, brother: Krys and his wife Evelyn and children Krystofer, Isaac and Lucy.
Church: Oasis Church - Morton, IL
What are your favorite hobbies? Being with my lovely wife and playing with our fun kiddos!
What is the kindest thing someone has ever done for you? Die for me on the cross.
If you could add two commandments to the existing ten, what would they be? Thou shalt love the secret place with God, and of course... thou shalt listen to WBNH.
What is your favorite book of the Bible and why? Revelation because it reveals who Jesus is in His glory. It also gives understanding as to what will happen in the age to come (and as a bonus, it says you will be blessed by reading it! -Rev 1:3). The Spirit and bride say, “Come!” -Rev 22:17. The gospels are equally my favorite.
What do you think delights God above everything else? A repentant heart. -Luke 15:7
Do you have any hidden talents? playing drums, guitar, piano, also I'm really good at snuggling the cat
If you were an animal, what would you be and why? an eagle... who wouldn't love to soar above the clouds!
How has Christ changed your life? Because of His sacrifice, I am a new creation (2Cor 5:17). In my earlier years, I rebelled against God and knew how to ‘play church’ but was religious and lukewarm. On November 3, 2007, I was so convicted by the Holy Spirit, He gave me godly sorrow, and I repented and completely surrendered my life—all control finally—to Jesus. I haven’t looked back since and have truly seen the fruit of seeking Him first (Matt 6:33) and walking in newness of life (Rom 6:4). Thank you to all those who prayed for me and for Jesus who died that I might live. If you want to talk about how you can also be set free from the bondage of sin (and you can be free!) give me a call at the radio station 309-636-8850, or send me an email at keith@wbnh.org. You can also read the gospel here. Jesus has the words of ETERNAL LIFE!
Favorite Bible verse? "But Simon Peter answered Him, 'Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. Also we have come to believe and know that You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.'" -John 6:68-69