Meet the Hope Staff Team
LEAD PASTOR |
ERIC SVOBODA
Eric has been in full time ministry for 15+ years in different places & with differing roles. Although he went to college to become a TV weatherman, his passion and pursuit has been to build up the local church and encourage people to follow Jesus. Eric started in ministry in 2008 as a youth pastor and after being ordained, planted a church in 2013. From church planter to lead pastor of Hope wasn't a straight line, but was full of humbling experiences and learning opportunities. Eric has been happily married to his wife, Jen for 19 years, they have two boys (17, 15) and one big dog (Rex). They love to be outdoors and tackle all sorts of adventures together. Eric enjoys basketball, golf, reading and taking walks with his family.
WORSHIP LEADER | JEREMY RELOJ
Jeremy was born in Manila, Philippines and raised in Omaha. He went to Westside HS and engaged in a host of musical activities from jazz band to community groups and show choirs. He studied Mechanical Engineering, graduated from Texas A&M and returned to Nebraska where he met Rosalind, his wife now of 8 years. He joined Hope Church in 2019 and is excited to serve in the ministry through worship. Jeremy and Rosalind enjoy spending time with their daughter Emelle who loves to sing, first son Eliam who can make a percussion instrument out of anything and the newest edition, Miles. The whole family also loves to play tennis, ping-pong and board games.