Meet Our Staff!

Find out a little more about our staff team below...

Evan Sievert

Lead Minister

Evan grew up in Lehigh Acres, Florida. His calling to ministry began after preaching on a Youth Sunday at his church in Florida — a moment that changed his life’s direction. He earned a B.A. from Johnson University, and has served in ministry in Central Florida and northern Tennessee.

Evan is passionate about preaching, in-depth Bible study, and helping people take their next best step in their faith. He and his wife Katie have been married five years; they have two young sons, Charlie (3) and Dre (2), and share their home with two pets, Bentley and Milo. In his free time, Evan enjoys reading, watching movies, and playing video games.

Youth Ministers

After spending 19 years in education as a teacher, coach, and administrator, DJ is currently a loan officer for Veterans United in Columbia. Melissa is teaching her 28th year at the secondary and college levels and is working on a Doctorate degree in Education from Evangel University in Springfield. They enjoy working with students and count it a privilege to get to speak the truth of God’s Word into their lives. It is their hope to inspire those young people to find Jesus, accept His free gift of salvation, and learn to serve Him for the rest of their lives.

DJ and Melissa have two grown children, Jake and Mackenzie, who live in Columbia and Springfield respectively. For fun, they follow sports, go camping, and travel together and with family.

DJ & Melissa Leverton

Children's Minister

Kristi Stock

Administrative Assistant

Holly and husband, Nathan along with their two daughters, Josey and Piper, have been members of Riverside Christian Church since 2021. Holly is an Air Force Veteran, with additional employment experience in an administrative setting. Holly has also served in our nursery as a volunteer and helped coordinate background checks and first aid training for other volunteers. Holly is passionate about providing a safe atmosphere for our little ones to experience the love of Jesus Christ. Holly also enjoys coffee and spending time outdoors with her family.