Theresa Cane
President

I’m Theresa and it is my pleasure to intruduce you to our Fifty5five Board of Directors.

But first, a little about me. At Fifty5five, my day to day basis, is on trip planning and oversight.she also tends to bookkeeping, social media and is an active traveler.  I bring to Fifty5five a background of Administrative Assisting, Chaplaincy, Children’s Ministry, Youth Group, College Group, and Women’s Ministry, and have been a part of Fifty5five for nearly two decades. During that time, I have held multiple roles, beginning in 2007 as a mission traveler. Over the years, I have served as a Director, Secretary and now, it is my pleasure to service as President of this Christ centered organization.

“I first became involved with Fifty5five in 2007 as a traveler. 

I have a heart for youth and realized after my first mission trip with Fifty5five how instrumental teacher training is in creating thriving children’s ministries around the world.  Children are the leaders of tomorrow and every tribe, tongue, and nation deserves to meet Jesus in a real and personal way.  We don’t simply hold a vacation bible school.  We train teachers so the work continues long after we leave.  VBS is the icing on the cake!”

Debi Shank
Secretary

Debi serves as the Secretary to the Board of Directors. Debi has volunteered with Fifty5five for many years, assisting with boutique sales, the fireworks booth and baking for the semi-annual teas, in addition to other support roles. Debi became involved with the Children’s Ministry while attending Warehouse Christian Ministries in the early ’90s and continued for several years in that ministry at Touchstone Christian Fellowship, where she currently attends with her husband, John. 

“I am excited to be a part of the Fifty5five leadership team and continue my support of this ministry through acts of service. To participate in a ministry that is part of raising up future leaders in the name of Christ, has its rewards and challenges, but it is a role that I have been blessed to be called into.”

Sharon Delong
Treasurer

Sharon, serves as the Treasurer for Fifty5five, and attends Gold River Calvary Chapel in Gold River, California.  She was raised in a Christian home, however, views 1995 as the year she came to have a personal relationship with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Sharon is an experienced Fifty5five traveler, including helping to lead the worship music during a mission trip in Cambodia. 

Sharon’s favorite scripture is Isaiah 41:10.

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

Becky Jo Anderson
Artistic Coordinator

Becky attends Touchstone Christian Fellowship in Sacramento and is part of our founding team.  Becky Jo provides teaching skills and vision to the organization, as well as leading fundraising efforts.

Kelsey Anderson
Director

Kelsey grew up in the Sacramento area. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Art from Sac State. She works as the Creative Communications Director at her church, Society Church. Kelsey has a background in administration, communications, and creative roles. 

Kelsey has served as a Sunday school teacher, and she wants to see the next generation of children worldwide know the love of Jesus. 

She has a big love for Jesus and the Church. She finds deep joy in making things (graphics, sculptures, installations, photographs, social media posts, copy, etc.) that amplify God’s love and advance His Kingdom.”

Claire True
Director

Claire attends Faith House Fellowship with her family in Elk Grove. She has served in the high school, children, and nursery ministries over the years. She brings experience in various fields of human resources to the Fifty5five team. Claire has volunteered with Fifty5five for many years and currently coordinates the tea boutique set-up.

“I love the ministry and works of Fifty5five. I have always held a special place in my heart for serving the Lord through service to children. I believe that children are precious in the Lord’s eyes and we should do everything we can to teach them of God’s love and the gift of eternal life through Jesus’ death on the cross. I also believe that using our spiritual gifts to serve the Lord and advance His Kingdom is something that all Christians are called to do. I am really excited to join the Fifty5five team and support its ministry.”

Don Gilzean
Director

Not long after accepting Jesus as Lord in 1984, Don began serving in children’s ministries at Warehouse Christian Ministries. During his time at Warehouse, he served in the preschool, elementary, and junior high school programs, as well as being a camp counselor. Don attends Touchstone Christian Fellowship. Don brings experience in banking, finance, and corporate training to the Fifty5five team.  In addition to being a part of the Fifty5five Board of Directors, he serves on the Board of Directors at Touchstone.

“Coming from a background in corporate training, I understand the importance of teaching in a way focused on the age level of the learner. That is what Fifty5five is all about. Sharing with others how to bring the love of Jesus to children around the world in ways that a child can learn from and enjoy!”