We have been Team Dietz for over 40 years. After we met at a small Bible institute in Michigan in the early 70’s – Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music – we continued to watch for good resources which would help us know the Lord better and reinforce us so that we could represent Him well.

“And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others.” II Timothy 2:2 NIV

In 40 years of life together, some of it in pastoral ministry and some of it in other pursuits, we have learned that our God is present, powerful and faithful to bring just the right provisions at just the right time. As we continue in the learning process ourselves we have found some resources – and we have developed some others – which have helped to reinforce us on our spiritual journey. We want to pass along good resources to equip and encourage you.

We have also learned that each of us has a role to fill as we team together. Becky, the teacher and lover of all things crafty, writes this blog and other things when she isn’t quilting or enjoying company. Jim, a chaplain and sports lover, preaches and teaches, cheers for the Cowboys, and builds or fixes just about anything. Together we collaborate in a variety of ways.

And together we pray that this depository of resources will help to refresh you, restore you and replenish you as you pursue what Jesus has called you to KNOW, BE, and DO.

Becky’s official mini resume: Becky Dietz graduated from Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music with a diploma focus on Christian Education. During their pastorate years she worked developing curriculum for training teachers, writing Bible studies, mentoring resources and retreat programs, and collaborating on leadership and church infrastructure development. After graduating from Knox Theological Seminary (summa cum laude) she worked as Director of Ministry Development and then as Director of Women’s Ministries at a large South Florida church.

Jim’s official mini resume: Jim Dietz serves as Chaplain at a continuing care retirement community in Pensacola, Fl. Previously he worked as Dean of Students and Director of Student Services at Knox Theological Seminary in Fort Lauderdale. After graduating from Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music, Jim worked in the business world then as a youth pastor and church planter before pastoring a church in Utah for 10 years. He graduated from Knox with a MBTS – summa cum laude and with honors in Church History.