Christ Redeemer Church (CRC) exists to honor God by fostering a movement of Christ’s Kingdom through the proclamation and practice of the gospel that serves and transforms the people and communities of the Upper Valley, and through the Upper Valley, the world. Since CRC’s beginning in 2000, our mission in the Upper Valley has expanded in the planting of Christ Restoration Church in New London (2014) and The Quechee Church (2016).
CRC Pastors, Staff & Leaders
Lead Pastor
Don Willeman is the founding pastor of Christ Redeemer Church. He has a Master of Theology (Th.M.) degree from Dallas Theological Seminary and has led church-based ministries in Ohio, Michigan, Texas, and Vermont. In addition, he has campus-based ministry experience from his time in Ohio. He is married to Dori, and together they have four children. Don deeply loves living in the Upper Valley, enjoying its unique blend of small-town life mingled with the big-city opportunities of its world-renowned institutions.
Executive Pastor
Chris Audino is Executive Pastor at Christ Redeemer Church. Chris, a New Hampshire native, has a B.A. in Biblical Studies and History of Ideas, as well as a M.A. in Bioethics from Trinity International University. Prior to coming on staff at CRC, he worked in college administration, most recently as the Director of the Lebanon campus of Franklin Pierce University. He still enjoys the opportunity to teach college courses in religion, ethics and biomedical ethics. His wife, Erin, and four kids love being part of the vibrant community of CRC and of the Upper Valley! Contact Chris.
Youth & Children's Pastor
Walker Tuttle is the Youth and Children's Pastor at Christ Redeemer Church. Walker, a native of New Hampshire, has a B.A. in Christian Ministries focusing on Youth Ministry. He also has an M.A. in Outdoor and Adventure Leadership from Wheaton College. Before CRC, he worked at a large Christian summer camp in Wisconsin. Besides spending time with his wife, Sophie, he enjoys any outdoor opportunity, especially hiking the White Mountains or paddling the lakes and rivers. Contact Walker.
Strategic Initiatives Director
Lauren Groves works part-time for Christ Redeemer Church as the Strategic Initiatives Director. Lauren grew up in Massachusetts, graduated from Dartmouth College, and has a passion for turning great ideas into reality. Lauren helps run a biblical counseling center and volunteers as an advocate for children in foster care. Lauren and her husband are parents to three great kids, who will tell you she loves adventures, sunshine, and talking to friends. Contact Lauren.
Community Life Director
Christine Engert works part-time at Christ Redeemer Church as the Director of Community Life. Christine was born in New Jersey but has always considered New Hampshire to be home. She graduated from Houghton College and then spent five years in Kentucky before returning to NH in 2007. Christine has worked in a variety of settings including office management, real estate, women's ministry and fitness, always looking for ways to connect people to community and help them find a place to belong. Besides spending time with her husband Andy and their three sons, she enjoys anything outdoors, deep conversations with friends, and theology books. Contact Christine.
Music Director
Andy Engert works part-time for Christ Redeemer Church as the Worship Music Coordinator. Andy was raised near Buffalo, NY. He has a Masters of Counseling from Asbury Theological Seminary. Andy also works full-time as the Executive Director and a counselor at the Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation (CCEF) New England Office. He has been involved in church music all his life and has been leading worship since he was an undergraduate. Andy and his wife, Christine, have three sons. Andy enjoys spending time with his family, playing and listening to music, playing and watching sports, and being active outdoors. Contact Andy.
Women's Ministry Coordinator
Claudine Lefferts works part time at Christ Redeemer Church as the Women's Ministry Coordinator. Claudine spent her childhood and early adult years in New Jersey where she earned a B.A. in Biology from Kean College of NJ and a Ph.D. in Molecular Pathology from UMDNJ. She and her husband Joel, whom she met in graduate school, moved to the Upper Valley to work in the clinical laboratory at DHMC. After working for several years as a laboratory supervisor she left this position to become a full-time stay-at-home mom. When she is not driving her son to and from after-school activities, Claudine enjoys knitting and other crafts while watching true crime shows or listening to 80s music. Contact Claudine.
Office Staff
Emily Lewis is the Administrative Assistant for Finances at Christ Redeemer Church. She was born and raised in Columbia, Maryland. She graduated from Dartmouth College in 2003. Before working at CRC, she taught First Grade in a small Vermont school. She is married to Matt and they have two daughters. Emily enjoys gardening, cooking, and a variety of crafts. Contact Emily.
Becca Wistrom is the Office Manager at Christ Redeemer Church and assists with youth ministry. She grew up in Essex, Vermont and graduated from college in Pennsylvania. Prior to CRC, she worked as an administrative assistant at Dartmouth College. Becca enjoys reading, baking, and owning too many house plants. Contact Becca.
CRC Leaders
Elders
Jason Achmoody, Chris Audino, Tim Ball, Ryan Bouton, Doug Cooper, Andy Engert, Joel Eshbaugh, Dave Smith, Mike O'Leary, and Lindsay Whaley
Deacons
Kristen Coats, Christine Engert, Megan Eshbaugh, Doug Gusitsch, Claudine Lefferts, Joel Lefferts, Matt Lewis, Vincent Mack, Elena Marshall, Jay Marshall, and Matt Smith. To contact the deacons, please email deacons@christredeemerchurch.org.
Ministry Residents & Interns
Residency Director
Ryan Bouton is the pastor at The Quechee Church in Quechee, VT and CRC Residency Director. This is an extension of Christ Redeemer Church of Hanover and is CRC’s second church plant, having begun in January of 2018. He was raised in Central Florida and attended Dartmouth College. As a student he served as a pastoral apprentice to Don Willeman, and in 2001 he received a B.A. in Classics. Ryan and his wife, Jenny, served with Cru for 13 years at Brown University and Dartmouth College, and Ryan has an M.A. in Biblical Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary. He and Jenny have five girls and two boys. Ryan’s interests include playing the guitar, singing, teaching from Scripture, and biblical studies of all kinds. He has a great love for mythology, fantastic fiction, and the works of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, as well as evocative, folk-guitar-rock music and all that calls the transcendence of God and reality to mind. Contact Ryan.
Ministry Residents
Doug Cooper serves as a Pastor in Residence at Christ Restoration Church in New London, NH. This is an extension of Christ Redeemer Church of Hanover and is CRC’s first church plant, having begun in July of 2014. Doug completed a two-year program at Word of Life Bible Institute as well as earning an Associate Degree from River Valley Community College in Occupational Therapy. He also works as a per diem staff member with Genesis Rehab Services as a COTA in the Upper Valley and is presently completing his B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on Religion and English Literature. Doug and his wife Leah have four children. Doug loves a good cup of coffee, writing, poetry, and obscure vinyl records, to name a few. Contact Doug.
Dartmouth Student Interns

Kledian Marinaj '26 serves as a Dartmouth Student Intern at Christ Redeemer Church. Kledian was born in Upstate New York but was raised in New York City. He is currently a senior at Dartmouth College and is double majoring in Economics and Religion. When he is not busy with schoolwork or other responsibilities, Kledian loves playing basketball and working out. He also loves listening to music of all types, and really enjoys reading. It's typically read fiction, but as of the last couple of years, it's been more nonfiction. Contact Kledian.

Nora Yu '28 serves as a Dartmouth Student Intern at Christ Redeemer Church. Nora is a Dartmouth sophomore from Oradell, New Jersey, majoring in History with plans to pursue a career in education. As a student intern, she is eager to help other students get connected to CRC. In her free time, Nora enjoys cooking, baking, and playing board games. Feel free to reach out to her with any questions about student life at CRC! Contact Nora.
Campus Pastors
Ryan Bouton is the pastor at The Quechee Church in Quechee, VT. This is an extension of Christ Redeemer Church of Hanover and is CRC’s second church plant, having begun in January of 2018. He was raised in Central Florida and attended Dartmouth College. As a student he served as a pastoral apprentice to Don Willeman, and in 2001 he received a B.A. in Classics. Ryan and his wife, Jenny, served with Cru for 13 years at Brown University and Dartmouth College, and Ryan has an M.A. in Biblical Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary. He and Jenny have five girls and two boys. Ryan’s interests include playing the guitar, singing, teaching from Scripture, and biblical studies of all kinds. He has a great love for mythology, fantastic fiction, and the works of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, as well as evocative, folk-guitar-rock music and all that calls the transcendence of God and reality to mind. Contact Ryan.
Doug Cooper serves as a Pastor in Residence at Christ Restoration Church in New London, NH. This is an extension of Christ Redeemer Church of Hanover and is CRC’s first church plant, having begun in July of 2014. Doug completed a two-year program at Word of Life Bible Institute, as well earning an Associate Degree from River Valley Community College in Occupational Therapy, a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Religion from Liberty University, and is currently working on a Master of Theological Studies degree from Westminster Theological Seminary. Doug and his wife Leah have four children, one dog, one cat, and five chickens. Doug loves a good cup of coffee, football, poetry, and obscure vinyl records, to name a few. Contact Doug.