CHILD CARE STAFF
Mrs. Emily Ritchie
Childcare Center and Preschool Director
Joined the CFK Family: 2012
Birthday: January 21
Hi! My name is Emily Ritchie. My husband Joe and I have one son, Caleb, and a yellow lab named, Bentley. I have been attending St. Michael since I was born; I was baptized, confirmed, and married here. I am very excited to be a part of this great church and school and be able to see it grow more every day. I graduated from Delton Kellogg Schools in 2006 and received a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Elementary Education from Western Michigan University in 2011. I love to be around the kids every day and watch them grow both academically and spiritually. In my free time I love to be on the lake, spend time with my family, and travel to different places!
Mrs. Cheryl Julian
Lead Childcare Teacher
Room: Preschool and Little Lambs (3-year-olds)
Joined the CFK Family: 2007
Birthday: October 30
Hi, my name is Cheryl Julian and I have been with Christ for Kids since 2007. I am married and have one daughter. I attended KVCC and Davenport studying Elementary Education and Business. In October 2014, I was awarded a Child Development Associate Degree. I love to play volleyball and soccer. I grew up here at St. Michael Lutheran Church and it’s great to see how much it has grown. I am blessed to have the opportunity to work with young children. I love to see them grow spiritually and academically.
Mrs. Sally Noble
Childcare Teacher Aide
Room: Office Assistant
Joined the CFK Family: 2013
Birthday: July 2
Hi, my name is Sally Noble! I work part-time in CFK as an office assistant and part-time with the 3, 4, and 5-year-olds. I began working at CFK in 2013. My time in the office gives me a different perspective into the business side of childcare. It has been interesting watching the children grow and learn. I also am happy they are all so curious about God and the Bible.
I am a mom and my son attends Vicksburg High School now. He was at St. Michael Lutheran School from 4’s preschool to 8th grade and graduated from here in the spring of 2018. In July of 2019, I will be celebrating my 30th wedding anniversary. My husband works at Pfizer. We live in the country on 4 acres and we love it! Our Boston Terrier, Minnie loves it too. In my spare time, I love yard work, woodwork, and gardening! Life is good!
Mrs. Chelsea Denaway
Room: Infants
Joined CFK Family: 2021- for a second time, was here in 2016-2018
Birthday: July 26
My name is Chelsea Ritchie! I used to work at CFK with Mrs. Mohler in the preschool class from 2016-2018. I am very happy and excited to be back working at CFK! I have 4 kids; Carter, Mason, Ella, and Lillian. They keep me pretty busy with all their activities, but I wouldn’t have it any other way! We also have chickens and 2 dogs. I love camping, kayaking, and spending time with my family. I’ve been attempting to learn how to garden, in hopes someday I can have a BIG successful veggie/fruit and flower garden. Our family goal is to someday have a mini petting zoo/hobby farm of our own!
Mrs. Alex Lustila
Room: Floater
Joined CFK Family: 2022
Birthday: February 20
Hi, my name is Alex Lustila. I am married to my wonderful husband since 2020. We don’t have any kids (yet) but we do have a cat named Loki. I’ve lived in Michigan since 2020 but have to say I am not a huge fan of the cold. My favorite activities include yoga, reading, and crafts. I work with all ages here at Christ for Kids and am excited to be a part of this team.
Ms. Sarah Harmelink
Room: 3, 4, 5 year old childcare
Joined CFK Family: 2020
Birthday: May 2nd
My name is Sarah Harmelink and I am Mrs. Julian’s preschool assistant. I moved back to Michigan in March 2020 after living in Utah for 2 years where I attended the University of Utah. I’m still a full time student at the University of Utah, but am able to do all my classes online. I am currently majoring in International Studies while also earning the TESOL Certificate. I was baptized at St. Michael’s and attended the preschool program when I was a kid. When I’m not working or attending classes, I enjoy hiking, reading, and buying houseplants. I look forward to meeting you!
