Jim DeLaere

Jim DeLaere

Scenic Director, Willow Creek Community Church

Bio

Jim DeLaere has served in production since he was in 8th grade, and in 2008 entered full-time Ministry as a Technical Director at The Chapel in Libertyville, Illinois.  Since 2015, he has served as a Scenic Designer for Willow Creek Community Church in South Barrington, Illinois. He is passionate about creating environments that can be a visual reminder of the work God is currently doing in our lives.  He and his wife Joy have been married for 19 years and currently have five children, a mix of foster, adopted, and biological.

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Advent can feel like a sprint for Church Technical Artists—long days, tight deadlines, and the pressure to make every service flawless.

But while you’re pouring yourselves out, who’s pouring into you?

This season, we’ll send short, soul-filling encouragements to help you pause, breathe, and refocus on the One this is all about. You’re doing holy work, but you’re not meant to do it on empty. Let this be your reminder to slow down and spend a few quiet moments with Jesus. You need it—and you deserve it.

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