Mark Abel Elder elderboard@gccaz.org 480-894-2201
Mark met his wife, Cheri, at Grace and both have been attending since the early 70's. Both of them are serving in ministry and teaching roles at Grace. This is Mark's first term as an elder at Grace. Mark and Cheri have three children.
	DeWayne Herbrandson Elder elderboard@gccaz.org 480-894-2201
DeWayne and his wife, Ruth, began attending Grace in 1993. DeWayne has served in various leadership and teaching ministries at Grace, including previous terms as an elder. He and his wife have two married sons and five grandchildren.
	John Hovis Elder elderboard@gccaz.org 480-894-2201
John and his wife, Terri, began attending Grace in 1996. John has served in various leadership and teaching roles at Grace. This is his first term as an elder at Grace. He and his wife have three grown children.
	Fred Jentgen Elder elderboard@gccaz.org 480-894-2201
Fred began attending Grace with his wife, Julie, in 1993. Fred has served in various leadership and teaching roles at Grace. This is his first term as an elder at Grace. He and his wife have three children.
	John Niemann Elder/Chairman elderboard@gccaz.org 480-894-2201
John has attended Grace for over 30 years, serving in various leadership roles, including previous terms as an elder. John lost his wife, Mary, in 2006 to cancer and has two grown children.
	Ed Ondrick Elder elderboard@gccaz.org 480-894-2201
Ed and his wife, Evie, began attending Grace in 1982. Ed has served in various leadership roles, teaching ministries, and Bible studies at Grace and has been an elder on previous boards since 1993. He and his wife have three married daughters, and nine grandchildren, with two currently attending GCCS.
	Jerry Powers Elder elderboard@gccaz.org 480-894-2201
Jerry and his wife, Jean Anne, began attending Grace in 1974. Jerry has served in various leadership roles, including previous terms as an elder. They have two grown children.
	John Pruitt Elder elderboard@gccaz.org 480-894-2201
John and his wife, Nancy, have been involved at Grace for over a decade. John has served in various leadership and teaching roles at Grace, including previous terms as an elder. He and his wife have two grown children
	Ron Rossello Elder elderboard@gccaz.org 480-894-2201
Ron and his wife, Terry, started attending Grace in 1993. Ron has served in various leadership and teaching roles at Grace. This is his first term as an elder at Grace. He and his wife have two grown children.
	Kevin Seacat Elder elderboard@gccaz.org 480-894-2201
Kevin and his wife, Juli, began attending Grace in 1989. Kevin has served in various leadership and teaching roles at Grace. This is his first term as an elder at Grace. He and his wife have three children.
	Elder Emeriti Shepherding Elders elderboard@gccaz.org 480-894-2201
Previous members of the Board of Elders form the Elders Emeriti as follows: Jeff Brosman, Bucky Buckner, Dale Garman, Clare Hakeman, Rob Hodin, Ray Maxcy, Doug Keough, Ken Kohlmeier, Karl Kortman, Ben Kidd, Ed Ondrick, Eric Ramsland, Phil Thurman, Larry Winhold & Steve Vlahovich
	Jeff Brosman Director of Gracie's Ministries jeffbrosman@gccaz.org 480-967-5231
Related Ministries: Gracies Thrift Store
	Debi Clifton Director of Global Outreach debiclifton@cox.net 480-820-3438
Related Ministries: Global Outreach, Focus on Turkey, Short Term Trips, World Wide, Asia, Europe, Africa, Local, North America, Candidate Preparation, Applications, Visit with Workers, Marere Water Project I'm a 5th generation cross-cultural worker, raised bi-lingually and bi-culturally, with long-term experience in Spain. I'm also a wife and a mother of two, but I can always find time to visit with anyone who shares a passion to see God's name glorified among the nations--many of which have migrated to our doorstep!
	Carole France Associate Director, Early Childhood carolefrance@gccaz.org 480-894-2201 Ext. 324
Related Ministries: Nursery, Preschool My name is Carole France and I am the Associate Director of Early Childhood in KidFormations at Grace Community Church. Being a mother and grandmother (I love this role!) and working with babies through Kindergarteners, God has shown me that no decision children ever make in their lives is more important than knowing Jesus Christ as their Savior. Our Teaching Teams are planting the seeds of His gospel into their hearts and discipling them according to their developmental understanding. Our goal is for them to leave Preschool equipped to continue their spiritual journey with the Holy Spirit and to one day say yes to Jesus.
	Tina Franchimone Director of Community Development tinafranchimone@gccaz.org 480-894-2201 Ext. 203
Related Ministries: C.A.R.E. Ministries, Congregational Care, Disability Ministry, Discover Grace (New to Grace), Church Membership, DivorceCare, New Freedom, Women's Ministry, Al-Anon, GriefShare, Morning Bible Studies and Classes, Evening Bible Studies and Classes, E-Mail Updates, Weddings, Vision Statement, Mentally Disabled Class, Accessability, Hearing Impaired, Blind and Seeing Impaired, Mentoring, Benevolence, Baptism As Women’s Ministry Director at Grace it is my greatest joy to be a part of encouraging, empowering, and inspiring women to live the abundant life that Christ promises to those who follow Him. That new life is experienced in loving community as we are committed to one another, to God’s Word, and to the lost. Come enjoy being a part of a women’s ministry that is real, vibrant, and expectant that God will use us to impact the world for Him!
	Chris Gonzalez Pastor College Ministry chrisg@gccaz.org 480-894-2201 Ext. 205
Related Ministries: College (Vital Impact) I found Vital Impact, the college ministry, here at Grace, 6 years ago. I had just started seeking out God when I happened to stumble in on a Sunday morning. It was an incredible atmosphere of people who wanted to connect with God. The messages hit home, the music was quality and passionate, and the people were so friendly and down to earth. God has used Vital Impact and Grace to grow my faith. Now, six years later I have the privilege of leading this ministry! Grace is located just down the road from ASU and we are committed reaching this generation of college students.
	Richard Gotthardt Pastor of Spiritual Formation and Kairos richardgotthardt@gccaz.org 480-894-2201 Ext. 214
Related Ministries: Spiritual Formation, Young Adults - Kairos, FOUR:19, Resources, 2007 Devotionals, 2006 Devotionals, 2005 Devotionals, Daily Bible Reading, 2008 Devotionals I’m both amazed and overwhelmed that I’ve been called to help people tend to and nurture their most precious resource- their heart and soul. As I continue my own journey towards knowing Jesus more fully and connecting with Him more closely and intimately, I hope to be a resource and help for others in their journey as well. I am deeply committed to helping people discover their unique path of spiritual growth as well as equipping them with the best, practices, knowledge, and resources possible to become more like Jesus.
	Paul and Dottie Hartzler Directors xyz@gccaz.org 480-894-2201 Ext. 201
Related Ministries: Seniors (XYZ) Paul is a retired medical doctor from Cambridge, MN.  Dottie was the assistant to the Over-60 Seniors at First Baptist Church in Cambridge for 15 years.  We both look forward to serving you by planning your meetings, trips, making hospital visits, coordinate rides to XYZ  and any other transportation needs you may have.  We want to provide an atmosphere for you to feel loved and accepted as well as give you opportunities to serve in various areas such as your musical talent, host/hostess, greeters, and many other areas of service.
	John Heston Pastor of Student Ministries johnheston@gccaz.org 480-894-2201 Ext. 255
Related Ministries: High School - EPIC, Junior High - RUSH, Student Ministries Seeing Junior High students grow in their passion for God and wanting to reach their friends for Christ is why I am excited to be the Junior High Pastor. My joy is to see students make a decision for Christ and begin to know Him more through discipleship. I look forward to each day that I get to partner with parents and amazing Junior High leaders to develop students who impact their world for Christ.
	Michael Jordan GCCS Administrator michaeljordan@gccaz.org 480-966-5022
Related Ministries: Grace Community Christian School “I am so blessed to be in a Christian environment and part of a team that helps young students build up Christian values while receiving an excellent academic and co-curricular experience. I pray that the Lord will bless this school year and the community of GCCS.” Michael was raised in Sweet Home, Oregon. He attended Azusa Pacific University in Azusa, California, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Life Science. He also played 4 years on the APU baseball team. He continued his education receiving his teaching credential and Master’s of Education in Administration at APU. Michael began his teaching career at Walnut High School in California. He taught biology and life science. He also served as assistant freshman football coach and junior varsity baseball coach. In December of 1997 Michael moved to Chester, California, and became the Assistant Principal/Athletic Director of Chester Jr/Sr High School (grades 7-12). In 2001 Michael became the principal and was there until 2007. Michael attended Lake Almanor Community Church, a non-denominational church. He served two terms on the elder board, was involved in home groups, and taught Sunday school classes to adults and children. Michael is married to Jodi and they have three children: Emily, who will be in 1st grade, Caleb, who will be in the preschool 4’s program, and Matthew, who is 19 months. Emily and Caleb are looking forward to attending Grace Community Christian School. The Jordan family attend Grace Community Church and are very excited to be a part of this wonderful team.
	Jo Keeley Director of Children's Ministry jokeeley@gccaz.org 480-894-2201
Related Ministries: Children, Early Elementary, Special Needs As Director of Children’s Ministries, I have a passion to see children learn about God and His love for them; and respond to His free gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ. I also have a passion for children to recognize their significance in His Kingdom because He has prepared good works before the foundation of the world for them to walk in. I have worked in Children’s Ministries for 9 years; and public education for 20 years prior. I have 3 grown children and 8 incredible grandchildren! Statistics tell us that the most strategic time for reaching people for Christ is the very early years. Come join us in this vast Mission Field!
	Ken Kohlmeier Pastor of Administration kenkohlmeier@gccaz.org 480-894-2201 Ext. 262
The staff and volunteers who serve in Administration are dedicated to adding to the impact of ministry at Grace by striving to provide excellent facilities and effective support systems to the many ministries of the church and school. After spending over two decades in corporate management and lay ministry, I count it a divinely ordered privilege to be able to combine those experiences in serving the cause of Christ here at Grace.
	Scott Leggett Pastor of Worship & Arts scottleggett@gccaz.org 480-894-2201 Ext. 243
Related Ministries: Worship Team & Band, Worship and Arts I love helping people discover more of who God is and then giving them opportunities to respond to Him through worship. I count it a great joy to work with so many great artists who desire to create moments that allow people to experience God at the most personal level.
	Michael Parker Pastor of Community Discipleship michaelparker@gccaz.org 480-894-2201 Ext. 312
Related Ministries: Community Groups (Sunday mornings), Grace Groups, Men , Singles, 7 Reasons to Join A Grace Group, Grace Groups, S. - Spiritual Formation, Find a Group, E. - Evangelism, R. - Reproduction, V. - Volunteerism, I. - International Missions, C. - Care, E. - Extending Compassion, S.E.R.V.I.C.E., Grace Group Coaches, Meet Your Coach, Marriage Ministry Developing students to impact their world for Christ is what I love. Through discipleship and leadership training I get to watch them make decisions that change their lives and their destinies. It is a great joy to be a part of the lives of students and their families as they journey through the major changes of Junior High and High School.
	Steve Vlahovich Pastor of Stewardship stevevlahovich@gccaz.org 480-894-2201 Ext. 225
Related Ministries: Planned Giving, Stewardship, Crown Financial Small Group, Resources, Good Sense Budget Course, Testimony, Managing Our Finances God's Way Every Christian is called to be a steward of what God has given him or her. Everything we have, whether time, talents or treasure should be managed in a way that brings glory to Him. My desire is to equip each attendee to become a "cheerful giver," realizing that we are not just giving to the church, but to the Lord Himself.