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Chuck Ames
Cell: (616) 890-9346
Live on the NW Grand Rapids/Walker area. Regular runner on Tuesday and Saturday groups. Average time in the 7's. Average runs 3-5 miles. Evening runs are best for me.

Jen Ames
Cell: 616-340-7873
I live in the NW side of Grand Rapids. Been running with this group for over two years. I run about 5 miles a couple of tiems a week. Also workout at the Y, so if your looking for a running partner there, I am up for a jog.

Randy Austin
Cell: 616 724-6321
What a great group! ....A community focused on Christ and fitness.

Aaron Baker
Cell: 616-560-4996
MARSHILL RUNNING GROUP ROCKS!!!!

Bill Bergen
Phone: 989-992-1665
Notes: I'm a 24 yr old East Towner and I have only been running for about 6 months. I go with the group(mon & tues) and by myself a couple times a week, usually for 3-8 miles at an 830-900 min pace. I find myself running farther all the time, but not so much any faster. I love learning new routes, new running music, new running partners, and the smell of new shoes. See you out there!

Jodie Blake
Phone: 616-667-8519
Cell: 616-308-8845
Notes: I live in Jenison and my passion is triathlons anyone who wants to train let me know.

Brian Boeve
Phone: 616-581-0826
I am an experienced runner who runs almost everyday, but dont let it scare you, Love the company can go at any pace. Wens. are my usual day on my own, I go for abotu 4-5 miles usually usually on the NW side of GR

Meredith Care
Phone: 616-893-4325
I live in NE Grand Rapids, and I run with the group on Tuesdays and Saturdays. My pace averages between 8 and 8:30 min/mile pace. Feel free to contact me if you want to run or ask any questions!

Pat Carey
Phone: 616.748.7290
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II've been running with the group a couple of years, what an experience. I live the Holland Zeeland area and usually run with the group on Tuesdays & Saturdays. My favorite colors are Black and Blue due to my Football and Marathoning Experiences. If anyone needs an ear to listen them or a prayer for them, I am here. - God Speed Pat C.

Mary Watson Clark
Phone: 616.485.5661

Jon Clary
Phone: 616-828-2416
I live in Jenison right by Bursley Elementary school. I am new to the group but I have been running for about a year and a half. Between 6pm and 8pm work best for me I usually run from 2 to 4 miles and currently I'm training for the 25k

Tom Cruttenden
Phone: 616-450-5010
Nothing to say, yet.

Perry DeYoung
Phone: 616.676.2191
Cell: 616.262.4038
I live in Ada and run with the group on Mondays and occasionally on Saturdays. Always seem to be training for something and appreciate the company.

Laura Dinger I usually run with the Tuesday night group at mid 8s per mile. I live in Byron Center area and am up for anything up to about 6 miles in the eves. Doesn't this feel like a classified ad section? HA!

Rob Douglass
Phone: 616.662.0158
Cell: 616.437.5054
I live in Jenison. Haven't been running much but starting to get back into it. Not able to run on Tuesdays due to the.element at Mars, but looking for someone to train with for 5k. Just starting out and running slooowww.

Tom Dowd
Cell: 616-437-7695
I am back into running now! Triathlon training; cycling, swimming and running

Deb Eichenauer
Cell: 616-901-2207
I live downtown area near leonard/Plainfield. I have only been
running about 3 months and just recently decided to become a runner, so
I'm still doing Run/Walk intervals and speed is very very slow. I Ran the
2007 GR Half Marathon and became addicted to Running and races. I cannot
wait to get started meeting other runners and running with this group. My
goals for the coming year is to be able to run a 5K without walking and
eventually Running the Half Marathon without walking breaks.

Sarah Fuhs
Cell: 616-550-1724
I just started running with the group at the end of the summer. You guys are awesome! Tomorrow is my first BIG race with the group - the GR 1/2 - and my stomach is dancing right now! :) Rock on!

Nick Gast
Phone: 616.669-4621
I live in Jenison and I just finished the 25k River Run. (10 minute mile) I am looking for a group or training partner to keep my training on track year round. I enjoy running 1 to 12 miles. Long runs usually on the weekends. I work 8-5 and I will run before work and after.

Marissa Glewen
Phone: 616-446-5981
Running for fitness. I live in the southeast grand rapids area and am training for the river bank run. run 5 to 7 miles. I would like a group to run with for motivational purposes.

Jenn Goodman
Phone: 616.531.0176
Cell: 616.745.2499
I live in Wyoming and run with the group on Tuesdays and Saturdays. My pace is around 8:00minute miles. I also compete in Triathlons. I love swimming, biking and running. What an adrenaline rush!

Anthony Guest
Phone: 616.458.5559
Cell: 810.610.7403
I live in the Aquinas College neighborhood. I am recovering from a shattered patella and have just begun to run more seriously. I am up to a 9min pace. I am available throughout the week.

Tom Hamel
Phone: 231-869-4102
Cell: 616-635-1233
I'm new to this running group but I've been welcomed by Clint and Pat even though I live in Pentwater. Through God and with help from Clint, Pat and anyone else that wants to lend encouragement, I'll reach my
running goals.

Bryan Harrison
Phone: 891.0649
Cell: 318.8216
Run in Caledonia area. Once in a while with group. Trail runs and street. Morining and night. Treadmill at work. You get the picture.

Run like you stole something.

If the devil reminds you of your past -remind him of his future.
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June Heller
Phone: 305-535-3955
Cell: 305-725-0262
Thank you so much to all of the mars hill runners! Thanks for your water, your prayers, your gatorade, and all of the cheers along the way. What an awesome group of people.

Mike Hill
Phone: 616-706-0914
I've been a runner forever, only a middle of the packer. I'm looking forward to meeting and running with some people from MarsHill Church.

Chris Hirt
Phone: 452-9003
My wife Becca and I live near Garfield Park on Madison and Burton in SE GR. We run occasionally on Saturdays with the group and we're looking forward to making more regular appearances on Saturdays. I usually run early in the morning by myself but I'm always up for a run with others.

Rebecca Hirt
Phone: 452-9003
The Mars Hill running group has been a wonderful support for fun,fellowship, and fitness. Thank you! I would enjoy running with others! I run 9-10 min/miles.

Sue Hodson
Phone: 616-669-2181
My husband, Dave, and I are fairly new to the group. We live in Hudsonville. MHRG is becoming our "small" church at Mars Hill. I'm not a fast runner but I like the feeling of knowing I have done something good for myself. I usually run 3 on Tues. nights with the group, but recently ran 4 miles for the first time. Pace somewhere around 9.5.

Jeff Hoogterp
Phone: (616)531-1700
I like to run at least 3 times a week. Just finished Riverbank 25K, probably going to roll training over for the GR marathon. Usually run in the sub 7's. I live in Wyoming and usually run early to mid afternoon, but evenings work as well. Company is always great!.

Clint Hough
Phone: 616-457-5257
Cell: 616-460-3931
I am a regular runner with the Tuesday night and Saturday morning group. My pace is around 8:30-9 and improving. I also try to do a "Rise & Run" Monday and Thursday mornings for 2 to 5 miles. If you live in the Jenison area and are interested in running early A.M. before the rest of the world begins let me know.

Laura Howell
Phone: 616-281-0777 daytime
Cell: 616-292-7067
Wyoming area. Run regularly with Tuesday & Saturday group. Always looking for running partners on other days. Per mile average 7:45-8:15 training runs. Will begin training for Boston Marathon this fall and would love company!

Kevin Hoxie
Phone: 989-370-0719
I'm relatively new to the group, but I've been running since high school. I recently moved to Eastown after I graduated from GVSU. I'd like to participate in the upcoming marathon this October in GR, and I hope this group can empower me to do it. Coincidentally, I'm also looking for a church to call my own, making Mars Hill an intriguing prospect.

Liz Jenkins
Cell: 616-304-3549
I currently live in Rockford and run on average 5-7 miles a day, 5-6 times a week. I usually get one longer run a week 10-12 miles. I run about a 7 min mile pace for 10k. I ran one marathon, and am looking forward to running more. I have never had anyone to run with, so if anyone is interested and lives in the area let me know. Thanks and God Bless - Liz

Kate Jesse
Cell: 616-540-1435
My husband Jonathan and I live in Alger Heights and run with MHRG throughout the week. I'm currently training for my first River Bank run. Contact me if you would like information about the weekly Women's Runs on Thursdays!

Mark Johnson
Phone:(616) 669-1301
Cell: (616) 446-1301
I live in the Hudsonville/Jenison area. Pace is currently in the 8 to 8:30 range. Typically to 3-5 mile runs during the week and longer on the weekends.

Steph Johnson
Phone: W: 616-942-7300
Cell: 616-485-0606
Live in downtown Grand Rapids ~ Run with the group Tuesday nights ~ Right now I'm training for a half marathon in AZ in Jan so my distance varies due to the running schedule they provided ~ Am at about an 8 1/2 min mile ~ It's not about speed for me, I just like to run! ~ Love the group and am SO happy that Bob came in to buy furniture, without that I might never have joined! ~ Thanks all, you are remarkable people ~

Terry Johnston
Cell: 616-446.6888
new to the group and after my first night out i'm hooked! what a great group to run with. will be a regular on Monday's, Tuesday's and hope to get to a Saturday every now in then. I run at a 7:45/8ish pace.

Bob Karel
Phone: 616-878-3518
Cell: 616-340-1460
I live in Byron Center, MI ~ Married to the incredible Shauna Karel and father of two kids Ryen and Camden. ~ I run most Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays ~ Average around 7:30 miles most days.

David Karel

Cell: 616-886-1610
I run with the group as often as I can on the Tuesday and Sat.
runs but find that I enjoy the TRI workout better. The group has made a huge impact in my life - both physically and spiritually

Shauna Karel
Phone: 616-878-3518
Cell: 616-340-2698
I live in Byron Center, MI with that Bob guy ~ I am an 8-9 minute pace runner who is primarily interested in running for the health of it ~ I'm a short distance runner...usually not over 3 miles ~ Would love to find someone in the Byron Center area to run with while hubby is home watching the kids!

Paul Kehoe
Phone: 616-784-7985
Cell: 616-634-6164
Comstock Park resident, run 3-5 miles early AMs mostly, usually run a 5K or 10K race per month

Madeleine Kolk
Phone: 616-452-5091
Cell: 616-510-5333
A friend told me about the MHRG when I moved to GR spring of 2007. I've run Monday nights and recently on. The group is warm & friendly. I run a 9.5 mile pace. 3-8 miles. I enjoy running early morning better than evenings. I live on the SE side just out of EGR.
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Katy Kossoris
Phone: 616-532-6404
I'm a regular Tuesday night runner and would also be a Saturday regular if it weren't for work. I love long distance runs at anytime of the day, though getting up at the crack of dawn is getting harder and harder each and every day. I live in Grandville, right across the street from Mars Hill. I would love to meet some people for early morning runs. This way I'll be held accountable to get my butt out of bed and out on the road!

Tiffany Lampen
Phone: 616-669-5982
Cell: 616-780-1270
I am a beginning runner and only do about two miles, but I am
loving the running group and all the new friendships!!!

Rodne LeCouteur
Phone: 616-460-0250
Currently: I am heading up the "Kid Coral" on Tuesday nights. We rotate the fun with our kids so everyone can enjoy the Kids and the Running. If you would like to sign up for the Kid Coral or need other information feel free to contact me.
History: I have been running for years and have enjoyed everything from 5K's to full length Ironman distance. Love to help out with new runner's just getting started or listen to runner's war stories. I am not currently doing a lot of competition just keeping the old man gut off.
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Matt Lind
Phone: 616-774-8343
Live on the NE side in the Beckwith area. Training for the River Bank Run and hopefully my first marathon, the Bayshore. Typically 8:30-9:00 pace on longer runs. Best time to run is early evening, around 6ish.

Take care, my friends.
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Julie Long
Phone: 616-457-2382
I'm into walking and looking for a group to walk with and I'm also
looking to meet some cool poeple.
I live in the hudsonville area if there are any walkers that live in
hudsonville let me know.
GOD BLESS

Travis Mabry
Cell: 719.287.9053
NE - I currently reside in the Rockford area with my beautiful wife, Annie. We moved to MI from CO in September, and run on Saturdays with the MHRC. I prefer trail running, but I'll tolerate the pavement from time to time. I've raced distances from 5Ks to 50 miles and altitudes from sea level to 14,110 ft. I'm not fast (my wife has beat me - usually by quite a bit - in every race we've ever entered together); I just never give up. If you're interested in (or just want information about) trail, ultra, or mountain running, let me know.

Sara Maher
Cell: 616.8219862
Home: 616.241.2795
I run regularly with the group on Mon, Tues and Sat. I live in Alger Heights and pace is mid 8's. I am always up for meeting others around town for a run!

Cindy Mallekoote
Phone: 616-669-4491
Cell: 616-813-6649
Notes: I run on Tuesday nights and am trying to start running more during the week. I would run with my husband Gary but the only way I can keep up with him is to ride my bike, so if you are between 9-10 min pace,I would love to run with you

Gary Mallekoote

Rebecca Malmquist
Phone: 616-475-0435
I run with the group and my two children on Saturday mornings. :-)

Rudy Malmquist
Phone: 616-475-0435
Cell: 616-862-4794
Mile times: range from mid 7s to mid 8s .::. Live in SE Grand Rapids : Anytime is the best time for running. I run with the group Monday and Tuesday nights and Saturday mornings. Training for my first Ironman 70.3 this summer.

Ben Masterson
Cell: 616-430-4350
Notes: always looking for someone to run or even ride with. I live out in the cannonsburg area

Erin McCormick
Phone: 616-446-2289
I live downtown GR and just started running with the Tuesday night group not too long ago and some day will get my butt out of bed to run on Saturday! I usually run about 3 miles but I am trying to gradually increase my distance.

Paul McMullen
Phone: 616-842-9144
I am a resident of Grand Haven and met the lovely Lynell at the 2005 Irish Jig. I recently started a new website that entertains, educates, and inspires runners. I began running at Cadillac High School during football practice conditioning and was bless with God's gifts of endurance and speed. In 1996 I represented our country in the Atlanta Olymic Games. I relied on my faith in the Lord to recover from a lawnmower accident that amputated two toes in 1997. I fully recovered and return to U.S. number one Mile runner in 1998 and 2001. I look forward to inspiring people to do what they thought not possible through perserverance and faith in Jesus Christ.

Today I gave all I had, What I've kept, Is lost forever.
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Phil Mester
Cell: 616.534.9106
I live in Wyoming and run with the group on Tuesdays.

Marie (Masuga) Nielsen
Cell: 616.581.0456
Have been a big fan of the website for a long time! Recently joined some Saturday group runs. I live Burton/Breton area and my goal is to run the GR marathon. Thanks to everyone for being so welcoming!

Phil Nienhuis
Phone: 669-1992
Cell: 915-5330
I live in Hudsonville. I started running about 5 years ago and finished the 2004 25K at 2:35 (30 minutes better than last year!) I run 20+/miles a week and now training for the GR Marathon in October (my first). Tuesday evenings are bad for me because I work late. Because my wife and I have 5 adolescents, honestly, the most reliable time to run is early in the morning. Saturday mornings and Sunday evenings also work well.

Rachel Olexa
Phone: 616.245.0935
Cell: 616.822.5371
well, not having read everyone elses comments I don't really know what to say except that with Christ we truly can do anything. Even if you can't run a block now, you can accomplish your goals. I am learning (slowly) that truysting and leaning on God is the only way to live. I have faith that someday I will run a marathon and that in the short term I will finish a sprint triathalon, everyone gets discouraged but I know that with faith we can do anything.

Rebecca Olszewski
Cell: 616.485.8525
All Running:)

Katie Owen
Phone: 616.878-9664
Cell: 616.450-4516
I just started running again in December of 2004 when I joined the group, so we'll see what type of runner I'll be.

Stephanie Pieske
Phone: 616.634.5063
Cell: 616.634.5063
I live in Kentwood. Just signed up with Mars Hill running group. Looking for someone to run with. I'm at about 3 miles at 9 minutes per mile. I'm not in it for the speed... just like to run for fun.

Carly Plank
Phone: 616-447-0188
Hi everyone, I will be joining the group for the first time on Tuesdays and Saturdays. I run track and cross country for Northview High School, and I run 4-6 miles 5 times a week.

Darcy Porter
Phone: 616.644.0935
I live in Grandville just over a mile from Mars Hill, and my pace is mid 8's. I like the early morning runs best, but sometimes go at night too. I usually run on Saturdays with the long run group. Feel free to call or email if you want to go for a run. I love new routes!

James J. (Spud) Potapa
Phone: 616-532-8582
Cell: 616-560-8208
One of the older runners and I am willing to give you my viewpoint on any subject!! I live in Kentwood and run from 1 to 26.2 miles. So if you run somewhere between that, I would run with you!! I run in the 9's for long runs. I am a member of the YMCA and like to workout there also.

Mark Pogeter
Cell: 616-460-4925
I live in Grandville and love to run and bike!

Tim Postma
Cell: 822-6045
I'm a Tuesday night regular, also try to get out Saturdays and Sundays in the later afternoon. I live in Jenison, but always interested in new routes. Any distance is OK. My pace is around 9. Have a great day!!

Norbert Ruijling
Phone: 616-855-2849
Cell: 585-576-5993
It sounds like a great group of runners. I'm looking forward to joining you in your runs. I'm new to the area so i'm looking for someone to talk to learning new routes is a bonus. I run any pace and distance up to 15 miles.

Karl Schmitz
Phone: 616-340-5335
Cell: That is my cell
I can't wait to run 26.2 in Chicago.

Katey Schuitema
Phone: 616-634-1616
Cell: That is my cell
I joined the club in January, and really love it so far. I run
most days of the week, usually around Reeds if not with the group. Call
me if you need a partner, always looking for new running buddies!

Kat Schulte
Phone: 616-403-1223
Cell: That is my cell
I got married and moved to Kentwood (right across from Kentwood HS) with my husband. Ideally I would like to run 3-5 miles a few times during the week and a slightly longer run on Saturdays. I run anywhere between 8-9 min miles. Early mornings (5:30 or 6:00 anyone?) or early evenings work best for me. I have desperately been missing good running routes and companions since the move, so if any ladies are interested, let me know!

Laura Siemion
Cell: 616-443.3737
I am an intermediate runner averaging 15-20 miles/week. I live in EGR and enjoy distance and speed work outs.

Lynell Shooks
Phone: 616.634.5954
Contact me to sign up for regular group updates. I'm a regular Tuesday and Saturday distance runner, but am available for shorter runs in the evenings during the week. I'm in Alger Heights. Mid 8s.

Brad Smit
Phone: 616.901.5246
I live on the SE side near MLK park (Franklin and Fuller) and run long with the group Saturdays that I'm in town and Mondays when not leading a small group through Ada Bible. I finally got involved with MHRG a little over a year ago and have completed marathons in Frisco and Chicago with their help. As for pacing, I like to mix it up depending on who I run with, but to give you an idea I finished Chicago in 3:54. Give me a call if you're doing the lake loop, give me a time and I'll make time, then maybe grab a coffee or Jersey Scoop!

Adam Sokolove
I run on Tuesdays and Saturdays when work allows! Ran the Chicago Last year, and going back for more! Thanks to the group for being so kind and warm welcoming!

Melissa Sokolove
Phone: 616-662-2127
Cell: 616-581-0935
Hi, Today was my first time runing with the club Thanks so much for being so welcoming and kind. I will definately be there next week. Im training for my first 25K and maybe the chicago marathon, we'll see :)

Scot Sroka
Phone: 616.446.4432
I live on the south side of Holland and for the most part I run after work for 3-6 miles a couple times durring the week and maybe longer on saturdays. Always up for a new route.

Jeff Stacer
Phone: 292-1616
I live between Alto and Caledonia (Alto address) and run any distance (three miles and up) four days a week; with the pace typically in the 9-10 minutes per mile range. I'm training for a spring marathon so my weekend runs tend to be longer.

Rich Stein
Phone: 430-0640

Alissa Stuive
Phone: 616.355.2095
Cell: 616.481.4824
I run on Tuesday nights and am training for the GR 1/2 marathon. Live in Holland area and try to run 5 miles a couple times a week.

Tim Stuive
Phone: 616.335.2095
I live in Hudsonville and run with the group on Tuesday evenings. I hope to get down to a 6-7 pace for 3 miles and to increase distance as well. (Maybe even run a marathon next year!) Pace is currently between 8:30 to 9. Always up for new friends and new routes.

Denise Tymensky
Phone: 616.895.1253
I live in Allendale and started running in September. I worked my way up to 4 miles but I am the slowest snail, not a turtle. Tuesday running with the group has been the best and I would really enjoy running with a partner on other days, no one runs too slow for me.

Julie Vand Ree
Phone: 616.698.9629
Cell: 616.450.8937
I live right outside of Kentwood (Caledonia address). I've been running with this group for over a year and love training with all of them! I started running about 16 years ago when I became a single Mom. It helped me keep my sanity. So...any single Moms out there, I'm here for you!

Alisa Volbeda
Cell: 616.822.5653
If you are looking for a true community of runners...congratulations...you just did!

Lee Westervelt
Phone: 616.457.6068
Cell: 616.723.5608
Notes: Running for fun and fitness. Would like to be a part of a group to train for a 5K with goals of longer races. I live in Jenison. Running five or six days per week.

Megan Zendian
Phone: 616-583-0058
Cell: 616-648-6105
I want everyone to know how awesome this running group is. No matter who you are God has a spot for you in the group! Love you guys:)

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