
"Jill is an amazing motivational and inspirational speaker. No matter what she is speaking on, she is able to draw the audience in and engage them."
- Jon Buck, Vice-President of
Education, Toastmasters
"Throughout her presentation, Jill exhibited incredible talent, professionalism, charm and that special "it" factor that audiences love and appreciate."
- Vincent J. Leinen, Founder/National
Director Holiday Caroling Festivities
I am passionate about music and speaking
in order to touch others for Christ. I get excited when I have the opportunity to share the incredible ways God has worked in my life as He continues to reveal His love to me. I love sharing that truth with others!
Through infertility, divorce, a father with dementia and the struggles of step-parenting, I’ve learned that my biggest struggles have always led to my greatest growth as God reveals himself in deeper, richer ways. My goal is to encourage others by sharing my journey to finding a deeper faith and deeper love for Jesus.
Music is included in most everything I do because, hey, it's who I am and it is the deepest calling in my life. My songs often tell the story better than words alone can.
Here's something else that's kind of fun and different: If you want to make your event unique and extraordinary, I can do just that by writing a song to go along with your theme. It’s awesome when people tell me, “That was the BEST event I’ve ever been to. The song made it even more special!
I am thrilled to be the co-founder of Choose Ministry, along with Laura Pedersen. We minister to others through events, Facebook live Choose Chats, blogs and podcasts. Click the button below to learn more. We'd love to bring our amazing event to your church or community!
I’m an empty nester and live with my husband, John, in the cornfields of Iowa. We have four adult sons and two rescue dogs, Waylon and Dolly, and a new puppy, Toby Keith! I am blessed with three grandchildren and finally got a girl! Woot woo!
I look forward to discovering ways we can work alongside each other and share God’s love together!
~ Jill ~
Jill is thrilled to be the co-founder
of Choose Ministry -
A women's event drenched in worship, storytelling, laughter and God's truth!
WHAT REALLY MATTERS TO ME!




So I love, love, love what I do in ministry, but in the end, family is my greatest joy! I am blessed to be the mom to four wonderful boys. I also have two grandsons and a granddaughter! We've had three marriages in the last 10 months, so life has been busy; but what a JOY! My husband John and I treasure time when we can actually get everyone together! We also added a puppy to the four-legged mix this year, so life has been busy but wonderful!
Our wedding in 2005 on Maui - Magical!

