...A Caring Community
Meet the Team
James Gillentine
Pastor
Jesus got a hold of Jamie’s life as a teenager and shortly after he felt a call to Missions. He has traveled and served in many countries over the years. Jamie pastored at Anaheim Vineyard for 21 years before moving to Dillon in 2022. He has been married to his best friend Debbie since 2000 and they have three children. Two are currently in college and one attends Beaverhead High School. Jamie loves helping people come to know and be transformed by Jesus, and be enfolded into the Church. He believes the local church is the most important organism on the planet and God’s primary way of bringing hope to the world. Jamie is passionate about raising up and
empowering leaders to impact the world for Christ. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Bible and a master’s degree in Ministry. Jamie loves motorcycles, swimming, off-road adventures, Baja
Mexico, being with friends and family, and exploring the beautiful state of Montana.
Karl Knoop
Assistant Pastor
Karl has been involved with Vineyard Churches in diverse capacities; assistant pastor, lead pastor, church planter, and consultant for many years. In 2017, God called Karl and his wife Dawn to the ministry of the Vineyard Christian Fellowship in Dillon Montana, as the Assistant Pastor. His passion is to make disciples of Christ and equip them in all areas of kingdom
ministry. Karl uses his strong teaching gifts to call people into their true identity as children of God, and as such to seek the power, presence, and gifts of the Holy Spirit. Karl enjoys fly fishing,hunting, hiking, and making his wife Dawn laugh!
Stephen & Nikki Knight
Youth Directors
Stephen and Nikki met while attending Chi Alpha Campus Ministry here at the University of Montana Western. They both have a heart for ministry, and the Youth setting has been a perfect fit! The heart of their ministry is helping lay a solid foundation of faith for students to build on as they move to college and beyond. Stephen and Nikki are both avid outdoorsmen. You’ll often find them fishing the various rivers, working their bird dogs, or hitting a mountain trail with their horses...anything as long as it’s outside!
Nikki also serves as the Ministry Coodinator.
Sharaya Payne
Worship Director
Sharaya is married to Jared and is mother to 6. She has a passion to lead others in worshipping God, and loves the local church. She also enjoys baking, making sourdough bread, and getting fresh milk from her cows on the family ranch.
Kim Finch
Bookkeeper
Kim was born and raised in Hardin, MT. She has a Bachelors Degree in Accounting from MSU. Kim & Nate have been married for many years and have two grown sons. Kim has lived and ranched in Beaverhead County since marrying Nate and
they have been a part of Dillon Vineyard for more than 25 years. She enjoys fly fishing, quilting, and spending time with family and friends.
DUSTIN NEVRIVY
Building Maintenance
Dustin attended Montana State Western where he met Jesus and decided that Dillon is home. He has a deep passion for Jesus that flows from thankfulness for all God has done in his life. Dustin can often be found serving others and doing whatever is needed around the church. He enjoys fishing, hiking, wrestling, working, time with his dog, and having fun with friends.