Penny Martens , Children's Ministry Director
Penny grew up in DeSmet, SD with her parents, two older brothers, one older sister and one younger sister. She attended Congregational Church there with her family.
She married her high school sweetheart, Matt. Together they graduated from Dakota State University. Penny majored in Elementary and Special Education, with a minor in Computer Education.
The months following graduation were significant for the Martens family. They moved to Sioux Falls, started careers, committed their lives to Christ and found their way to Linwood Church.
Penny gained a Masters Degree in Education from the University of SIoux Falls in 2002. She briefly taught Special Education, before teaching 1st grade for five years at John Harris Elementary. Penny then chose motherhood as her full-time career for the next 3 years.
In 2009, Linwood invited Penny to lead our Children's Ministry. This was in the providence of God, since Penny was then considering re-entering the work force.
Penny and Matt have three children - Whitney (1994), Andrew (2002) and Marcus (2006).
