WARREN WEITKAMP
Warren came to Mt. Gilead in September of 2016 to become the Worship Leader. Warren was born in Huntingburg, Indiana. He gave his life to Christ in 1992. After completion of high school, he attended Indiana State University where he studied Music Education with an emphasis in Band and Choir, and also met his wife Lori while at ISU. He graduated in 2001 with a Bachelors of Music Education degree. Following college, he began his teaching career that same year and eventually landed in Olney, IL where he continues to be the choral director for the Richland County School District and his wife Lori also teaches music education at the elementary school. Warren and Lori have two daughters, Emma & Eliza. He is a member of the Barbershop Harmony Society and has performed in award winning quartets and chorus. He directs musicals at both the local junior high and high schools as well as directing some local productions for the Olney Arts Council. He is passionate about serving God, being a father, teacher, and worshp leader. In addition to performing music, Warren enjoys learning more about live sound and recording technology. He is also a very avid cyclist and hopes to someday ride across the United States.