Our Team

  • Executive Director DCIC

    Marisa McKenzie began serving as Director of Hearten House Gospel Rescue Mission in March of 2018 and began serving as Executive Director of DCIC beginning January of 2020. Marisa has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and an Associate of Science in Human Services.

    She has served on the Fort Wayne Ivy Tech Human Services Advisory Board member since February 2020 and has been on the United Way of DeKalb County Health Grant Review Committee since August 2020. In 2022, she joined Allen County Juvenile Center (ACJC) Bridges to Recovery Group as a co-facilitator and is a victim advocate for DeKalb County Community Corrections Advisory. Marisa volunteers and serves as a DeKalb County Mental Health Collaborative member since its inception in March 2023 and has been a DeKalb County Family Restoration Court (FRC) team member since May 2023. Marisa, along with 29 other nonprofit leaders in Northeast Indiana, were selected to participate in a year-long professional development journey, Transforming Communities in May 2023.

    Marisa believes in the power of God, the power of love, and the power of redemption to change lives and rescue lost people. In addition to overseeing the ministry, she has direct focus on development, fundraising, strategic planning, staffing and donor relations. Marisa enjoys time with family, especially her sweet grandchildren.

    For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future....

    — Jeremiah 29:11-13

  • Ministry Coordinator

    Vicki Rodkey began serving as Ministry Coordinator for DCIC in the fall of 2017.   It has been a thrill for her to see Hearten House open in April of 2018 and witness God orchestrating support and bringing residents. Vicki is a native of DeKalb County, residing outside of Butler with her husband Steve. She has past experience working in the court, probation and the school system. Her responsibilities include payables, receivables, payroll, website and publications. Vicki enjoys spending time with her family and pursuing her musical interests.   

    I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.   

    — Philippians 4:13

  • Director of Development

    Angie was one of the original team members when Hearten House opened in 2018.  She holds an Associate of Science Degree in Organizational Leadership and one in Human Services as well as a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She has worked in the human services field for the last 10 years. Angie is responsible for program / donor development, fundraising events, volunteer and intern coordinator and works closely with the Executive Director. She brings with her a great passion for serving others and is dedicated to making a positive impact within our community. Angie and her husband Kris live in DeKalb County and have two adult children and one grandchild. She enjoys spending time with family and friends and riding her motorcycle. ​We are blessed to have her back on the team. 

    My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the rock and strength of my heart and portion forever.

    — Psalms 73:26

  • Program Coordinator

    Heather joined the Hearten House team after completing the program herself. Heather is a certified Recovery Specialist and brings with her the understanding of what our residents are experiencing.  She serves as house manager, is responsible for day-to-day operations, oversees the staff schedule and the Aftercare Program. Heather lives in Auburn and enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren. She strives to live a healthy lifestyle and to stay active and fit. Heather is a great mentor and an inspiration to all those who know her. She is a beautiful example of what God can do in transforming and redeeming lives.

    Be still and know that I am God

    — Psalm 46:10

  • Case Manager

    Vickie Andrews recently joined the Hearten House team bringing with her a Bachelor of General Education with a concentration in Psychology.  She is a Certified Christian Life Coach. Some of her previous experience includes serving as a Professional Guardian at Mental Health America of Northeast Indiana and Case Management at Park Center. Vickie prepares treatment plans for the residents, records goals and progress and assists residents with achieving their goals.  She and her husband Brian are enjoying their new puppy, Suzy Q. She enjoys reading and spending time with her husband and friends either at home or on vacation. Vickie was led by God to submit her application to Hearten House and she listened!   

    So, if the Son sets you free, you are free indeed. 

    — John 8:36 

  • Chaplain

  • Shift Leader

    “You can’t work here and not grow. God does incredible things in our women’s lives and in our lives. So what do I love about working at the Hearten House? Everything!

    For the battle is not yours, but God’s.

    — 2 Chronicles 20:15

  • Shift Leader

    “Working here at the Hearten House is an amazing experience! I have the privilege of teaching and learning about God’s word. Building relationships with great women serving alongside them as we continue to keep encouraging one another to walk with the Lord! Extending to others the love and mercy God has shown me. I have 6 wonderful children- 4 boys and 2 girls - that I absolutely love spending time with! I thank God for this opportunity to work alongside these amazing women.”

    So he said to me, “This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel, Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord.

    — Zechariah 4:6

  • Shift Leader

    “Serving at Hearten House is one of the greatest honors that I have ever experienced. God daily reminds me, through the lives of our women, how deep His love is as He pursues and captures their hearts as He has my own. God has allowed my story, as I work at Hearten House, to be a tapestry of contra-conditional love. Hearten House has most assuredly changed my life in such a beautiful way, and I am so, so blessed!”

    You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trust in You.. Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord, is the Rock eternal.

    — Isaiah 26:3-4

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