Meet Our Family

Luke

Hi, I’m Luke. I grew up moving around as an Air Force kid until my family settled in Stillwater, Minnesota when I was 9 — the place that really shaped my growing-up years. After high school, I went to Liberty University in Virginia, where I studied graphic design and later completed seminary and an MBA in marketing.

While I never expected God to call me into full-time missions, looking back, I can see how He was preparing me for it all along. Experiences in places like Germany and India deepened my love for new cultures and cross-cultural ministry. I also spent nearly a decade serving in a local church — a season that shaped my faith, my calling, and my desire to walk alongside people in meaningful ways.

I like...

My family, quality time with quality people, experiencing new people and cultures, the Minnesota Vikings, pepperoni pizza, and when a room has good lighting.

I don't like...

The Green Bay Packers, tomatoes, and loud noises.

Noelle

Hi, I am Noelle. Ever since I was in Jr. High, I've felt called to serving overseas. I am beyond thrilled to finally be able to say “I am moving to Africa.” for real as it was my catch phrase growing up. Unlike Luke, I lived in Minnesota my whole childhood. I come from a big family. (I am the oldest of six kids.) I went to a private Christian High School and graduated from Bethel University in St. Paul.

I have a huge heart for helping vulnerable children and their families and am passionate about serving wherever you are planted. I try to live my life open-handed so I can be used by God daily and strive to be intentionally present.

I like...

Deep conversations, prayer, exploring new places, meeting new people, being goofy, trying hole-in-the-wall restaurants, being creative, making people laugh, musicals, singing along to the radio, videography, Disney, beaches, soup and salad combos, family traditions, and afternoon naps on Sundays.

I don't like...

Sea food or running.

Meleia

Hi I am Meleia. I was born in the same hospital my mom was in MN. I am 10 years old and I enjoy being the oldest sibling. I have a big heart and love to help others. I think I want to be a teacher when I grow up and tell others about Jesus. My verse is Matthew 5:16, “Let your light shine…”

I like...

Volleyball, sloppy joes, waking up early, spending time with my family, Minnesota winters, Milky Ways, swimming, drawing, flying on airplanes, and learning new things.

I don't like...

tomatoes like my dad, getting in trouble or watching others get in trouble

Alaina

Hi. I am Alaina. I was born in TX and never lived anywhere else before. I am 7 years old and officially became a Garvey when I was 4 years old. I am a little nervous but excited to move to Kenya.

I like...

Coloring, playing with my sister, llamas, waffles, cheetahs, Dots candy, otters, helping my mom cook dinner, corn, Christmas, soccer, McDonald's, singing, Paw Patrol

I don’t like...

Broccoli, the dark, and clowns