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B. Mathematics – University of Minnesota
M.A. – National Security Affairs – Naval Post Graduate School
M. Div. – Faith Bible Seminary

Pastor Rod Hutton and his wife Kathy have been married for 34 years. They have five children, Chris, Tim, Malia, Grace and Josie. The Hutton’s came to Lafayette on assignment with the Navy to Purdue University which afforded the opportunity to attend Faith Bible Seminary. In 2018, Rod retired from Naval Service and joined the staff to lead the efforts in opening and operating the Northend Community Center and in 2019 he was ordained as a pastor with Faith Church. In 2024, he transitioned to the role as Director, Faith Biblical Counseling Ministries.

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Certificate of Christian Ministry, INSTE Bible College, 2011
Certificate of Reflexology, Monroe County Community College,1998
Level 1 Certification, Association of Certified Biblical Counselors, 2014

Nickey joined the staff at Faith in 2012 when she became a Vision of Hope intern and later joining the Vision of Hope as Weekend staff. She is our household manager and is also the lead counselor for 6-8 residents. Nickey is passionate about serving and ministry and whatever way she can share the love of Christ with others.

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M.A.- Special Education, Ashford University, 2018
B.A.- Early Childhood Education, Ashford University, 2016
A.A.S- Early Childhood Development, Howard Community College, 2012
Level 1 Certification, Association of Certified Biblical Counselors, 2023

Heather Putney came to serve as an intern at Vision of Hope in July 2019 and joined the staff team in June 2020. Then she became the Intern Coordinator in February 2021. Heather recruits, hires, trains, and oversees the interns. Heather is thankful for the opportunity to serve staff and interns at Vision of Hope. She is also excited to witness God’s redemption plan for each woman’s life as they continue to depend on and seek Him for their healing.

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Since LuAnn’s biggest passion is discipling women, she sought out the internship opportunity at Vision of Hope in October 2020. During her year of serving as an intern, she realized that she also really enjoyed working at the Reclaimed Hope store. LuAnn quickly recognized that she loved promoting our ministry and assisting costumers with their purchases. She never thought that she was capable to become staff. However, God showed her otherwise. She was hired as shop staff in October 2021. LuAnn is now thriving and constantly saying, “I love my job.”

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Pam has spent years working either in customer service or as a secretary for a doctor’s office. However, she has always desired to serve in ministry with women in some capacity. She never thought in her wildest dreams that she would receive that dream, but God had other plans. Pam was hired at Vision of Hope in December 2021 using her skill set as our secretary.

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Certification of Completion, The School of Discipleship, Miracle Mountain Ranch, 2018
Level 1 Certification, Association of Certified Biblical Counselor, 2022

Olivia came to Vision of Hope as an intern in April of 2021. In February 2022, she started working on part time staff. Then, the beginning of June 2022, Olivia began working at Vision of Hope full time. She is one of the counselors, as well as part of the Intake team for new residents. Oliva loves the ministry here and is amazed at how we get to see the Lord redeem the lives of those that come to VOH. It is an incredible ministry opportunity, and she is so thankful that she gets to serve the Lord in this way!

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MSN-Indiana State University, Family Nurse Practitioner, 1999
BSN-Lakeview College of Nursing, 1994
LPN-Danville Area Community College, 1986
Level 1 Certification, Association of Certified Biblical Counselors, 2023

Patti started volunteering at Vision of Hope in April 2022, and joined the staff team as part-time in October 2022. She finds it a blessing to serve ladies using her medical background, compassion, and faith in Christ. She is thankful the Lord has given her the privilege to share truth and grace, and the opportunity to watch how the Lord changes lives through His word. Romans 15:13--He is our God of Hope.

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Level 1 Certification, Association of Certified Biblical Counselors, in process

Lydia is originally from Northwestern Pennsylvania. She grew up on a ministry called Miracle Mountain Ranch. Lydia joined Vision of Hope as an intern in March 2023, then joined the staff team as part-time in September of 2023. Lydia enjoys working alongside the ladies at Vision of Hope. Hearing and witnessing what God has been teaching them. Lydia assists in the Fundraising department, organizes GNA's and serves as on-floor weekend and evening Staff. Lydia is currently pursuing certification as a biblical counselor.

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M.A. in Elementary Education, Pensacola Christian College, 2007
B.A. in Elementary Education, Faith Baptist Bible College, 2003
Level 1 Certification, Association of Certified Biblical Counselors, in process

Rachel taught for several years in Memphis, TN; She also served as a short-term missionary with Baptist Mid-Missions to Brazil, South America for three years & missionary teacher in Lisbon, Portugal, for six years. Her passion is teaching/missions, but most importantly seeing people come to know God & the wonderful blessing of having a personal relationship with Him.