Mrs. Barnitz teaches Art at VCA. She received a Master of Education from the University of Illinois, with a major in Elementary and Early Childhood Education, and a minor in Speech and Hearing Science. She has taught kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, and preschool. Mrs. Barnitz has especially enjoyed the opportunity throughout her lifetime of sharing Jesus while serving in children’s ministries. She and her husband, John, have four adult children and one grandchild. Since joining the VCA team in 2004 she has taught Art (K-4), afterschool Art Lessons, and has served as director of Mpact/Missionettes Girls Club ministries at Victory Fellowship and VCA. She is currently completing an associate’s degree in Biblical studies and ministry at Bethesda College.