Donnelly Van Sickle, Youth Leader

Donnelly gave his life to the Lord Jesus at 17 years old after being run over by a pick-up truck in Austin, Texas. He arose from the accident without a bump, bruise, or scratch causing him to seek why God spared his life. Three days later he found himself in a Christian church hearing the gospel and discovering God’s great love for him that was shown in Jesus.
Desiring for others to hear of the great love of God he began a Christian urban music ministry. Known to his friends and family as Nelly, he did concerts and outreaches sharing the love of God through music. It was through this ministry that he met his wife Michelle in 2006. They married and began attending Calvary Chapel of San Antonio in 2009. Soon after, they began to serve in the youth ministry in whatever ways the Lord allowed. It’s here the Lord was increasing their desire to love and serve the youth.
In 2010 Nelly joined the staff of Calvary Chapel Christian Academy where he now serves as a teacher. As a part of this ministry his love for the youth grew even greater. In addition to teaching at the Academy, he now serves as the Youth Leader over the High School ministry at Calvary Chapel of San Antonio.