Our Leadership

The Winders Family moved to Bloomington to start their ministry at Emmanuel in January of 2022. John served as an Assistant Pastor for six years at his home church in Ellettsville, Indiana, then as a Lead Pastor for seven years in Linton, Indiana. He has a Bachelor's Degree in Bible and is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity through Southern Seminary. John and Heidi are High School Sweethearts and have been married since August of 2006. They have five daughters: Aleah, Ellie Mae, Claira, Delaney, and Blair.

Nick Bilotta has been serving as our Youth Director at Emmanuel since January of 2024. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Indiana University in 2023. Nick also is a public-school teacher in Spencer, Indiana. Nick has been married to his wife Becca since June of 2023.

Emily moved to Bloomington, Indiana with her family in the summer of 2022. Her family quickly found their church home at Emmanuel. She is our Sunday Kids Coordinator and has a passion for teaching children about Jesus. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Management and a Master of Science degree in Public Service Administration both from the University of Evansville. Emily has been married to Luke since 2011. They have three children: Mary Emma, Lucy, and Pearson. 

Colette Hayslip has been diligently keeping the church office operating smoothly since 2000. She received an Associate of Business Administration from Huntington College in 1981. Colette has chosen to utilize her administrative talents at Emmanuel after serving at several high-level administrative positions in both the banking and publishing industries.
Colette accepted Christ into her life at a young age but has drawn even nearer to God after some trials in her life which have helped her to better understand the Lord’s promise that He will never leave or forsake us. Colette enjoys being with her husband, daughter, and the rest of her family.

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