Jason Kalember serves as the La Crosse County Jail Chaplain, bringing with him a deep passion for Christ-centered ministry and a heart for walking alongside those in seasons of brokenness.

Jason has a Bachelor of Science in Religious Studies from Viterbo University and has spent many years investing in the spiritual growth and restoration of individuals throughout the Coulee Region.

Jason is actively involved in several Christian ministries, including Celebrate Recovery, where he serves as Ministry Leader in both La Crosse and Sparta, where he resides. He has also been engaged in discipleship work with men in addiction recovery through Shine the Light Collective in Sparta and previously through Next Chapter La Crosse.

Jason is married to his wife, Amy, who also works in the recovery community at Adult and Teen Challenge of Western Wisconsin, and together they are raising six children along with three energetic dogs.

Jason’s greatest joy in ministry is witnessing the transformation that happens when people encounter the hope, grace, and healing of Jesus Christ.  His life and ministry are grounded in the truth of James 4:8: “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.”