The Abiding Team

Abiding Practice is made up of a group that spans a wide range of disciplines. We are artists, musicians, writers, pastors, filmmakers, spiritual directors, and more. If you would like to connect with someone from our team, you can find links to us here.

  • Christina Bumann

    CREATIVE DIRECTOR

    Christina is the creative director of Abiding Practice. A thoroughbred creative, she shapes the visual expression of AP using her gifts in photography, graphic design, and written voice.

  • Jared Friesen

    PRODUCER

    Jared is the showrunner for the Abiding Practice Podcast as well as the co-founder of Cedar & Palm: A non-profit focused on “pursuing relational well-being together”. Discover more below.

  • Brian McMaster

    LEAD COMPOSER

    Brian is the lead composer behind Abiding Practice. In addition to working on his own solo projects, he can be contracted for music production, songwriting, and as a recording session musician.

  • Hayley Rawnsley

    STAFF WRITER/ PODCAST HOST

    Hayley is a multi-disciplinary creative and the founder of the art company Deserts Blooming. She brings contemplative depth and creative joy into her role here as a staff writer and podcast host.

  • David Russo

    FOUNDER

    David is the founder and director of Abiding Practice. He can be contacted for spiritual direction, leadership consulting, and organizational spiritual formation at david@abidingpractice.com.

  • Kimberly Russo

    FINANCE DIRECTOR

    Kimberly is the team accountant and director of finances for Abiding Practice. Along with her years of nonprofit accounting experience, she brings a “force of nature” energy to our abiding family.

  • Jaclyn Weidaw

    CONTENT STRATEGIST

    Jaclyn is the content strategist and coordinator for AP’s social channels. She possesses the rare blend of a creative spirit and an organized mind, seeing a planning calendar and film-camera with equal delight.

  • Tim Wolf

    LEAD CINEMATOGRAPHER

    Tim is the lead cinematographer for Abiding Practice. With a background in journalism, he is keen on risk-taking and adventure seeking in the pursuit of a good story.

Abiding Board Members:

Trevor Berge

Rick Moy

Scott Hancock

Pasquale Russo

Artyom Keller

Jeff Sterk