Meet the Staff
Jason and Lisa Huebner
Jason and Lisa have served Emporia State’s Christian Challenge for 20 years. Jason has a passion for the Bible to guide students closer to Jesus for the rest of their lives. Jason is the director of Christian Challenge and focuses his time on Bible teaching, mentoring staff, and discipling students. Jason has a masters degree in divinity. Lisa keeps deeply involved with mentoring women, paying attention to details, and organizing events. Jason loves loud music, coffee in all its forms, and chocolate chip cookies. Lisa enjoys thrifting, chasing her teenagers, coffee, and making things beautiful, a hobby she also holds as a talent.
Joseph Onassa
Joseph is entering his first year on staff with Christian Challenge and will be serving with the freshmen ministry. He is currently in his final year of studying Business Administration. For the past two years, Joseph has been actively involved in ministry to freshmen, where he discovered a passion for mentoring and building relationships with students. He has a gift for making everyone feel welcome and wanted and a talent for bringing energy and joy wherever he goes. He enjoys connecting over coffee and loves playing soccer and pickleball in his free time.
Lily Boughfman
Lily has been involved with Christian Challenge ever since coming to Emporia State University in the Fall of 2023. She joined Challenge staff in the Fall of 2026 after graduating with a degree in Elementary Education. Lily has a warm and welcoming personality that blesses everyone around her. Her staff role focuses on ministering to international students. Lily enjoys researching and planning international trips, trying new coffee shops, playing sports, and exploring thrift stores.
Genevieve Mendes
Genevieve has worked with Christian Challenge for four years. She joined full-time staff immediately after graduating from Emporia State with her dual bachelor's degrees in Spanish and Communication. Genevieve has held many different roles in Challenge but currently focuses her time on publicity, organizational/administrative development, and alumni connection. She loves discovering abandoned buildings, learning new languages, and hosting vibey get-togethers.
All of our Christian Challenge staff members are funded through financial support. If you would like more information, you may contact a staff member or you may join our support team here.