Bruce Family November 2008

About Us

Brandon & Jennifer Bruce: We live in Lansing, Michigan where Brandon is the senior pastor at Faith Church. Jennifer was an elementary school teacher for 5 years, but now enjoys being a full-time mom. Brandon also serves as an occasional guest speaker. We try to see our life as a great adventure! We enjoy our weekly date night, love being around people, and love to travel together. We were married on June 28, 2002 and both graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University. Also, we're both thankful to have completed our masters degrees. In June of 2007, we had a baby boy named Jaylon Christian Bruce! We have another little boy on the way in May.


Faith Church


  • Faith Church Website
  • Faith Church Messages Online
  • Posts About Faith Church


  • Maui, Hawaii





    Amazing Trips


  • Miami Beach - 2 Posts (3.2006)
  • Southern California - 3 Posts (4.2005)
  • Holden Beach, NC - 2 Posts (6.2008)
  • Family Trip To Mt. Rushmore (10.2007)
  • Badlands National Park (6.2007)
  • St. Louis & The Gateway Arch (11.2007)
  • Exploring Kansas City (11.2007)
  • 4 State Road Trip (10.2007)
  • Virginia Beach Trip (6.2005)
  • Niagara Falls & Buffalo, NY (5.2004)


  • Dates That Rocked


  • Dessert Overlooking Detroit (1.2008)
  • Picnic By The Whitehouse (10.2004)
  • Valentine's Date With Video (2.2008)
  • Date Night In Baltimore (3.2005)
  • Anniversary Dinner Cruise (7.2005)
  • Date In The Canyon (10.2005)
  • Dinner On A Train & Making Smores(12.07)
  • West Michigan Date (8.2008)
  • Thunderhead Underground Falls (8.2007)
  • Crossroads Village & Train (12.2007)



  • Rapid City, South Dakota


    10 Family Posts


  • Jaylon Walkin' & Talkin' (10.2008)
  • Our Beach Baby (8.2008)
  • Lovin' The Water (7.2008)
  • Tulip Time 2008 (6.2008)
  • Western Pictures In South Dakota (9.2007)
  • Jennifer On Bed Rest (3.2007)
  • Saddleback Conf. W/Dongells (5.2005)
  • Christmas 2006 (12.2006)
  • "My Sister Kelly Is Married!" (7.2006)
  • Our Wedding Pictures (6.2004)



  • Baltimore, Maryland


    Brandon's 10 Best Articles


  • Simplicity In A World Of Complexity
  • 5 Thoughts From 5 Years Of Marriage
  • Giving Up Your Dreams
  • Rock Stars Wanted
  • Savoring The Beauty Of Every Day
  • How To Use Your Creativity
  • The Formation Of A Dynamic Vision
  • Searching For The End Of Your To-Do List?
  • Finding More Time
  • Love That Speaks To Anyone




  • Holden Beach, North Carolina


    Our Top Categories


  • Dates & Adventures
  • Traveling
  • Our Videos
  • Interesting Interactions
  • Brandon's Adventures
  • Church Leadership
  • Surfing, Skating, & Snowboarding
  • Great Stories



  • Wind 'N Sea, California


    The Archives



    Cocoa Beach, Florida


    Random Links


  • My Father's House (Jamaica)
  • Christian Movie Reviews
  • Commentaries On The Bible
  • Blue Letter Bible
  • Covenant Eyes
  • Senda De Vida (Friends In Mexico)
  • IWU (We Graduated College Here)
  • FSCC (I Was The Lead Pastor Here)
  • PWC (Jennifer's Dad Serves Here)
  • CWC (Brandon's Dad Serves Here)



  • San Diego, California


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    Saturday, July 22, 2006

    My Sister Kelly Is Married!!


    Introducing the new Mr. & Mrs. Brenton Benware!!!



    Kelly Dongell is now Kelly Benware! We've been teasing my sister about her new last name. The night before she got married one of the girls said, "Kelly Been Where?" (Benware) and another one of the girls (in her strong Southern accent) excitedly said "Kelly been married."


    Sisterly Love



    Brent Dongell (my brother), Nate Wright, Charley Carpenter, Brenton Benware, Isaiah Veale, Brandon Bruce



    Caroline Hay, Jacquelyn Munsterman, Kelly Benware, Jennifer Bruce


    Thoughts on Kelly and Brenton...

    I am so blessed to have shared such a special memory with my sister and my new brother-in-law! Their fairytale wedding was perfect! God will and has blessed the two of them greatly for their faithfulness to Him! Both Kelly and Brenton are such fun people, and time with them was cherished! Congrats Kel and Brenton!


    "Isn't She Lovely...Isn't She Beautiful..."



    The Flower Girl, Piper



    Mom & Dad (Reata & Ollie Dongell)


    We had an awesome time in California celebrating Kelly and Brenton's wedding! Since there were many highlights, I'll name a few favorites...

    -celebrating a God-centered marriage
    -Brandon having the honor of officiating part of the ceremony
    -I had the privilege of being Kelly's Matron of Honor
    -reuniting with family and friends
    -Brandon eating at In-N-Out Burger 7-8 times
    -time on the beach at Coronado and Pacific Beach
    -watching Brandon and my brother, Brent surf (They are great!)
    -hearing many funny stories and memories about Brenton and Kelly at the rehearsal dinner and reception
    -Brandon and Brent emceeing the wedding reception


    Enjoyin' the Reception With the Newlyweds



    Lovin' Life & Each Other



    Brandon Chauffeuring the Getaway Car

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    Our Contact Info

    Brandon & Jennifer Bruce
    Email: brandonjennifer@gmail.com
    Cell Phone: 517.898.7938


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    Top 10 Memorable Posts


  • 1. Our Baby Has Arrived (6.2007)
  • 2. Meeting The President (11.2004)
  • 3. Hawaii Summer Vacation (8.2006)
  • 4. We're Having A Baby! (12.2006)
  • 5. Baby On The Way! (12.2008)
  • 6. Filming National Treasure 2 (2007, 2 Posts)
  • 7. Hiking Cloud Peak (11.2005)
  • 8. Jaylon's First Surf Session (6.2008)
  • 9. Presidential Inauguration In D.C. (1.2005)
  • 10. We're Moving To Michigan (9.2007)




  • Favorite Adventures


  • 1. Surfing In Hawaii (9.2006)
  • 2. Paddle Boats Downtown D.C. (6.2005)
  • 3. B-1 Bomber Tour (2.2007)
  • 4. Inside The Washington Monument (7.2005)
  • 5. Snowboarding In Michigan (3.2008)
  • 6. Power Parachuting (8.2004)
  • 7. Surfing At Holden Beach (7.2008)
  • 8. Outdoor Rock Climbing (9.2005)
  • 9. Sandboarding (8.2008)
  • 10. U.S. Capitol Tour (7.2005)



  • Recent Ministry Highlights


  • Easter 2009 @ Faith Church (4.2009)
  • New 4th Worship Gathering (2009)
  • 7 Big Decisions This Year (10.2008)
  • A Rollercoaster In Our Church (11.2008)
  • Speaking At Marriage Retreat (11.2008)
  • Faith Church Values (8.2008)
  • Serving & Speaking In Mexico City (4.2007)
  • Speaking At Walk On Camp (9.2008)
  • Speaking In Hastings, MI (9.2008)
  • Grace Adventures Speaking(6.2008)
  • 4200 Cups Of Hot Chocolate!(11.2007)



  • Speaking In Mexico City


    Friends Who Blog


  • Steve & Amber Abel
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  • The Pilot Blog
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  • Denver, Colorado


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  • Miami Beach, Florida



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