LEAD PASTOR: AARON & RACHEL BRUUN
Aaron and Rachel got married in 2010 and have three children, Titus, Grant, and Emma. Aaron did his undergrad work in Biblical Studies and graduated with his Master’s in Theological Studies from Life Pacific University. Rachel taught for years in elementary schools and now homeschools the boys. They have been a part of Praise Center since 2016, when they moved to Wenatchee from Tacoma.
FOUNDING PASTORS: SAL & RHONDA DIMARE
WORSHIP & MINISTRIES PASTOR: RHONDA DIMARE
Pastor Sal is a graduate of LIFE Pacific College. He and Rhonda have worked together in ministry since they were married in 1981. They have three grown sons and eight grandchildren. As a family, they came to the Wenatchee Valley in 2000 and started Praise Center.
Sal and Rhonda retired from their lead pastor positions at Praise Center in March 2025. Sal continues to work as an Area District Pastor for Foursquare, and Rhonda leads the worship team and other ministries at the church.
FAMILY PASTOR: DEBBIE & KENT PEARSONS
Debbie and Kent Pearsons have been a part of Praise Center from nearly the very beginning. They have worked in many different ministries in the church. Debbie is a part time pastoral staff member who oversees AWANA. They have three children, Jake, Kyle and Kaylee.
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS: LONNIE & KORIE SPROAT
Lonnie and Korie Sproat grew up in Washington, but after relocating across the country several times over a 34 year career, settled in Wenatchee after retirement in 2014. They were married in 1979 and have 3 adult children along with seven grandchildren. Lonnie assists with numerous operations matters and Korie volunteers in church administration.