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Welcome to Rockford Rescue Mission
Leadership Update from the Board
Earlier this year, we shared that CEO Sherry Pitney would be transitioning into an emerita role. While that change has not yet taken place, the Board is diligently and prayerfully searching for the right leader to carry forward the Mission’s values and vision.
In the meantime, Sherry has graciously continued to lead with faithfulness and care, ensuring that our work of feeding, sheltering, and serving those in need continues without pause.
We are grateful for your ongoing support and prayers as we walk through this important transition together.
With gratitude,
The Board of Directors
Rockford Rescue Mission
Our Leadership Team
Our Board of Directors
Ann Dittmar | Chair
Retired: Attorney
Warren Slabaugh | Vice Chair
President: Heartwood Creations
Doug Warren | Treasurer
Trust Officer: Midland States Bank
Noel Sterett | Secretary
Senior Counsel: Alliance Defending Freedom
Wendy Barthel
Payroll Specialist: Rockford Public Schools
Dr. Terry Buzzard
Physician: Physicians Immediate Care
Tim Clauson
Retired: Kids Around the World
Renade Cossey
Retired: Rockford Rescue Mission Program Director
Robert Orr
Retired: CPA & Tax Consultant
Council of Elders
Rev. Peder Carlson
Retired Presbyterian Pastor
Pastor Andrew Hall
Pastor, The Refuge Church / HR Professional
Mark Hunter
Pastor, Total Faith Church
Pastor Lee McClanathan
Retired Pastor, Northeast Christian Church
Richard Todd
CEO: Todd Transit
