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Community Fall Carnival
October 31
6:00-8:00 p.m.

With the help of many sponsors from ourcommunity, we are hosting our 16th annual Fall Carnival, an evening of fun for the whole family. There is no cost to come enjoy the food, games, prizes and more. Come in costume or come as you are.

christians in recovery

Christians in Recovery is a Christian support group available to anyone seeking to make life changes through through learning to depend on God. Meetings are held every Thursday at 6:00 p.m. at Staples Alliance Church.

meet our staff

Bob Hepokoski

lead pastor

Bob grew up in Wadena, where he found personal faith in Christ during high school. He joined  the team at Staples Alliance in 2012, after serving in Chile for 20 years. Bob is a life-long Vikings fan and on his day off may be found enjoying a round of disc golf or working in the yard. He and his wife Giselle have two adult sons.

Mark Shea

pastor of student ministries

Mark began working with our student ministries for the fall of 2016.  He grew up in Iowa and later studied at Crown College where he was a football captain.  Mark recently got married to his lovely bride Emily in April 2018. He enjoys going on adventures with his wife, hanging out with students, watching football, and being outdoors.

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