2022 Report to the Congregation

2022 REPORT TO THE CONGREGATION

PINNACLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

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Pastor's Report to the Congregation

Friends in Christ,

On March 6 of 2022 we remembered in worship the second anniversary of closing the doors and opening the Internet for worship at the start of the COVID pandemic. Who knew what was coming? But here we are, now nearly three years since, remembering all that 2022 brought to each one of us, and to Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, and thanking God for God's faithfulness. In my sermon on that March 6, 2022, Sunday, I said this:

I'm bullish on Pinnacle—because the Spirit has us. I'm inspired by where we're going, because the Spirit can show us. I'm realistic about the challenges, but grateful for you, for leadership, for resources, for faith, for God's Spirit among us—despite us, for us, and with us for others.

Dr. Wesley Avram, Pastor

As 2022 is now done and we move into 2023, I can say that same thing today. We can say the same thing today. And it's with that in mind that I welcome you to our Annual Report on ministries in 2022.

This year's Report is shaped by reflections on 2022 from elder leaders of various ministry groups. From Children's and Family Ministries to Finance and from Music and Arts to Facilities, you'll see highlights of faithful work. As we've slowly come out of the extraordinary years of 2020 and 2021, we've found Pinnacle pretty much on trend with what's happening all around the country. We have a small and increasingly permanent "online" congregation now, joined with an in-person congregation that while smaller than it was before the pandemic is strongly committed and slowly growing. We're learning how to be together again and seeing folks lingering and reengaging. We find ourselves rethinking and rebuilding areas of volunteer support. All around the church we are reshaping ministries and missions for this time. And as we have done this, we've seen new leaders emerge and new enthusiasm begin to take hold. The spirit is back. There is a growing sense of hope among us.

One among many reasons for my enthusiasm about Pinnacle right now is the proactive way your lay leadership took on the challenge of shaping post-pandemic ministry. In June of 2021, with resolve and confidence the Session elected to stretch, to build, and to prepare.

To do that, they approved a staffing vision to meet the moment and worked with the presbytery on a flexible process to meet our needs. That culminated in a reshaped and expanded vision for pastoral ministry that bore fruit in 2022. As that process was underway, we benefitted from the interim ministry of Rev. Terilyn Lawson, who we blessed as she took a long-anticipated move into Navy Chaplaincy in the spring. In June, we welcomed into ministry the Rev. Erik Khoobyarian, in a newly shaped role of Executive Associate Pastor. Erik has become so much a part of us and a deeply valued partner in ministry. We more fully articulated and established the ministry of Dr. Mike Hegeman, now our Associate Pastor in Education and Senior Adult Ministries (and Associate Director of the Fran Park Center for Faith and Life). Then, in the fall of 2022, we welcomed the Rev. Leah Quarles into ministry among us. She is bringing fresh ideas, a steady and gentle spirit, and strong pastoral skills to us. I'm so pleased, and so grateful.

In addition to filling out the pastoral staff, we also publicly affirmed the interim leadership in music and arts of Dr. Ilona Kubiaczyk-Adler, naming her our Director of Ministries in Music and Arts. We thanked Dr. Lorraine Brugh as she completed her year as our Artist in Residence and celebrated ways she expanded our experience of worship, helped us see the connection between music and mission, and introduced us to our new hymnal. We later welcomed Dr. Valerie Harris into her role as Associate Director of Music and Arts and are appreciating her partnership with Ilona. Alongside this, we were sad to say farewell to Hillary Mackowski after five sweet years as our charismatic Director of Children's and Family Ministries, as her family moved to Kansas.

2022 also brought wonderful improvements to our church campus, with Trinity Terrace dedicated, rooms refreshed, air conditioning units replaced, and other work accomplished. More is to come in those areas.

Our Preschool had a remarkable and blessed year. Our Park Center resumed and re-imagined programming coming out of the pandemic years—with Pathways videos, a regular newsletter, a podcast series, the resumption of Project: Dialogue and Courageous Conversations, oneoff events, and more. Stay tuned for much more to come in 2023.

Pinnacle is in a strong position financially and has ambitions for growing programs, accomplishing additional capital repairs and improvements, and providing local and global ministry support. Our "Upon the Rock" major gifts campaign is over halfway to its modest $600,000 goal. I look forward to you helping us reach that goal for listed property related projects, Park Center support, support for local ministry at First Light Fellowship and global ministry in Bethlehem. Let me know if you'd like to help that effort, and I'll tell you more about it!

All in all, I could not be more pleased with how we are being propelled from 2022 into 2023. Momentum will continue, by God's grace, and we will see more built on the strong foundation laid.

Enjoy reading this Annual Report.

In Christ,

Wes Avram, Pastor

Ministry Group Reports from Session

Worship, Music and the Arts Ministry Group

by Kim Bussey, Elder

Worship, Music, and the Arts had an eventful year with the return of the 8 am worship service, new faces in the music ministry, the introduction of a new hymnal, new community concerts, more quality inter-generational music in worship services, and a series of art exhibits.

The music program continued to rebound as the stresses of the pandemic continued to ease. The 8 am worship service resumed in March after being on hiatus during the pandemic. Outside of Sunday worship we offered meaningful weekday Lenten and Advent services with music from the Holden Village, Iona and Taizé communities, among others. Dr. Ilona KubiaczykAdler was named the Director of Ministries in Music and Arts. We welcomed Samantha Jorgensen as Children’s Choir Director, Dr. Valerie Harris as Associate Director of Music, and Thomas (Tommy) Strawser as Director of Youth and Children’s Music. We said goodbye to Dr. Lorraine Brugh, but not before she helped introduce our new hymnal, Glory to God, with a hymn fest, and delivered numerous successful worship services and concerts in collaboration with Dr. KubiaczykAdler. Children and Youth singing, ringing and drumming ensembles collaborated with the adults in a

variety of inter-generational music projects, and presented a highquality Christmas pageant.

Both Sing for Life Chorus and the Pinnacle Concert Series have continued to thrive. Sing For Life has been attracting dementia and Alzheimer patients and caregivers from outside of our immediate church community, and has been steadily growing. The concert series has continued to deliver meaningful and quality concerts, like Veteran’s Day Tribute, Phantom of the Organ, Celebration of Christmas, and Good Friday choral presentation. We also hosted concerts by the best of local music organizations, Phoenix Chorale, Phoenix Symphony and Arizona MusicFest, as well as national groups like Concordia Choir. We welcomed two youth choirs this year: the choir from Loma Linda Academy in CA, and the Doxology Youth Choir from Peachtree Road UM in Atlanta, GA.

The art wall this year benefitted from the experience of Carol Baker and Michele White. The year started with a display of the work of David Amsellem. This was followed by an exhibition of photographs from the Herberger Young Scholar’s Academy photography class that included a piece by Danika Bussey, a member of Pinnacle. The fall saw a wonderful display of quilts, spearheaded by Dr. Michael Hegeman. “The Churches of New Mexico,” a display of Monte Littell’s work, finished out the year. Liturgical paraments, Advent wreaths, Christmas decorations, and Phantom of the Organ stage design have been

lovingly prepared and supervised by Meredith Downing. We also welcomed back our popular Blessing of the Animals service.

Local and Global Ministries

by Kim Hammons,

Elder

Over the course of 2022 this ministry continued to focus on homelessness, education, and support of global ministries in Haiti and Bethlehem. In addition, Pinnacle’s relationship with First Light Church in Anthem has grown with additional support and connections between our congregations.

Locally, homelessness is a significant concern. In Arizona homelessness has increased by over 23% in the past year. The national increase was about 1%. Our mission partners rely heavily on the support from Pinnacle. We have continued to support our partners in this area, most significantly with Habitat for Humanity, UMOM, and Andre House and others.

Noah Webster Schools has been a mission partner for one year with great results. These schools are Title 1 non-profit, public charter elementary schools with most students coming from lowincome families. A core group of volunteers reads to and helps the children through the Spring and Fall Book Fairs, an Art Contest, and a Holiday Gift Shop.

In our global ministries Pinnacle continues to support Haiti through a partnership with Harmony Ministries, a group of churches and schools located throughout Haiti under the

direction of Pastor Luc Deratus. Funds raised are used to support ongoing operations, and to help complete the rebuilding of the school in Leogane that was destroyed in the earthquake of 2010. Pastor Deratus will be visiting Pinnacle again in April.

The Bethlehem Initiative found its roots in Pinnacle’s Pilgrimage to Bethlehem in 2018. That group wanted to become involved in the lives of those they met at Dar al-Kalima University in Bethlehem, the only arts and culture university in Palestine. Pinnacle members first funded an endowed scholarship for deserving students and continues support of Dar al-Kalima University through its mission partner, Bright Stars of Bethlehem. In October, Pinnacle hosted at Watch Party for Bright Stars Annual Gala with guests Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb and Kris Ducett present with us. The event was live streamed from Pinnacle to over 20 locations across the country. During the event, Pinnacle presented a $10,000 check for ongoing programming and pledged $50,000 to support a new Hospitality Education Center on the campus to highlight and encourage cultural entrepreneurship in Palestine.

The Alternative Gift Market provided a breadth of options in 2022 generating a total of $10,570 with a large portion going to support First Light Fellowship, a Presbyterian sponsored new church development located in Anthem. Pinnacle is “paying it forward” by assisting with this new church development.

Preschool, Children, Youth and Families Ministries

by Jacque Olmert and Michelle Rogers, Elders

Preschool

Our Pinnacle Preschool staff of 18 welcomed 140 students for the current school year. On Tuesdays, Dr. Michael Hegeman leads prayer with the preschool staff, and on Wednesday and Thursday mornings, Pastor Leah Quarles leads prayer and helps welcome arriving families. In collaboration with Preschool and Children’s Ministry staff, Pinnacle welcomed MOPS (Mothers of Preschool Students), a Christian-based global fellowship for mothers of young children. The group meets twice-monthly with 12-15 regular participants. The Preschool contributed heavily to our mission partners in 2022: donating 50 benches to Harmony Ministries in Haiti; adopting six families during Christmas; donating books and pajamas to UMOM; and donating 500 lbs of non-perishable food and $200 to Foothills Food Bank. For those familiar with the Preschool area of our campus, you will see, thanks to a special grant, the entrance and perimeter have been updated to provide greater privacy and security for the youngest among us.

In May, the Preschool’s first Spring Symposium featured an interactive professional development workshop attracting 100 educators from Flagstaff and Tucson. In October, four Preschool staff traveled to Reggio Emilia, Italy, to attend an International Study Group for in-depth and hands-on learning experiences since PPP is inspired

by the educational approach in Reggio Emilia. And in November, two staff members attended the NAEYC conference in Washington, DC, an organization the preschool has been accredited with for over twenty years!

Children's Ministry

Each Sunday we enjoy an average of 20 children between the nursery and 5th grade to our Sunday School classes. Our children bless us with their participation in Sunday service as acolytes and lead us in the prayer of adoration. Our youth deacons lead our students in ushering and Sunday morning hospitality.

In May, Pinnacle welcomed six confirmation students into our congregation. Currently, ten confirmation students and their mentors are exploring our Christian beliefs and formulating their own personal statements of faith. Summer began with our annual VBS week as an impressive 288 campers, staff, and volunteers participated. In July, approximately 25 students and youth leaders engaged in our Wild About God Music, Mission and Leadership Camp. Summer continued with two refreshing Splash Sundays — one including families from our mission partner, UMOM.

August challenged our congregation as we said farewell to our glorious Director of Children’s Ministries, Hillary Mackowski. The search has begun to find a new Director of Children’s Ministries who will be working closely with Pastor Leah Quarles and Brandon.

Youth and Young Adults Ministry

In the spring our annual intergenerational rummage sale raised more than $19,000 earmarked to support a summer 2023 youth retreat to Montreat, NC. In July, our youth partook in a music/ mission trip to Anaheim, CA, where First Presbyterian heard their singing voices, and where they assisted at a local pantry packing and delivering food to homebound. For the second year, students partnered with Welcome to America Project, offering household supplies and a warm welcome to newly placed refugee families. Students volunteered at Project C.U.R.E., a non-profit that collects and distributes medical equipment to clinics in developing nations. Additionally, we’ve welcomed Boy Scout Troop 869 to our campus. They most recently participated in the lowering the flag during our Veterans’ Day ceremony.

Our Director for Youth and Young Adults Ministry, Brandon Huenemann, completed a Certificate in Youth and Theology from Princeton Theological Seminary, Institute for Youth Ministry. He continues weekly gatherings on Wednesdays and Sundays with our junior and senior high youth, organizes college zoom nights and made a visit to our college students at the University of Arizona.

After an extensive search, Pinnacle invited Pastor Leah Quarles in June, and the Scottsdale heat did not deter her nor her husband Justin and daughter Christine (Teenie) from heeding the call and moving from the Philadelphia

area to settle in the Valley of the Sun. October 1st began the new era of Pastor Leah in her new role of Associate Pastor for Family Ministries and Congregational Life.

Adult Faith Formation Ministry Group

by Roselyn O'Connell, Elder

At Pinnacle we consider faith development to involve the whole person. We seek ways of nurturing body, mind, and spirit. Throughout this last year, we have implemented adult and inter-generational learning with such programming as Christianity 101 which regularly sees about 24 attendees each Sunday and occasionally gather with the youth confirmation class to learn and grow together, engaging foundations of faith and Presbyterianism.

Men’s Breakfast Fellowship, Women’s Bible Study, and SAGE are three of our long-standing fellowship and learning programs, where we saw about 25-30 attendees on average for each session. This last fall, the Men read through the entire Gospel of John, the Women studied the book of Genesis, and SAGErs explored “The Foundations of Prayer.”

Our new Executive Associate Pastor, Rev. Erik Khoobyarian, led an innovative fellowship group, delving into the “Soul of Wine.” Pinnacle is a great place for new and long-time members to connect in a friendly and welcoming space, where we learn to be whole people living through faith.

Fran Park Center for Faith and Life

by Phil Branson, Elder

Our Fran Park Center Advisory Group shares enthusiasm for innovative inter-generational educational opportunities for Pinnacle and the surrounding community. We see education as both mission and evangelism, and look to the future to ensure the FPC continues to grow our mission: Transformation Through the Renewing of Minds (Romans 12:2).

In 2022, the Park Center's programming began to see more and more people participating as we continued to reimagine our ministry post pandemic. We started the year with big plans to bring transformative programs to our participants like our Park Center Pathways online classes and local pilgrimages such as our Cultural Heritage Tour and our Labyrinth Tour. Along the way we hosted a celebration of the Rev. Francis W. Park’s vision with a Retrospective Review. We were thrilled to have Fran’s wife, Sue Park, and daughter, Cathy Park Koeneman, travel from across the country to join us in celebration.

The Park Center held Bible classes, Courageous Conversations, recorded our Out of the Park Podcast Series, invited a Faith and Science speaker to talk about “body images from around the globe”, held classes with Dr. Kyle Jensen on productive dialogue and studied Advent Angels. At the Park Center, there is something for everyone.

Membership Development

by Mary Upchurch, Elder

Each year visitors and friends of the congregation who would like a deeper relationship with Pinnacle are invited to join as members. In 2022, Pinnacle welcomed 35 new members. This process first involves the commitment to becoming an active member, attending a short class to learn all about Pinnacle (held quarterly) and professing one's faith in front of the congregation alongside fellow “new” members.

For some, becoming a member also includes baptism. In 2022 we had three adults and six children enter into this covenant. Other ways of becoming members of the congregation are through confirmation when each confirmand chooses to join (or not) at the end of the process. In May we welcomed six confirmands.

Many have remarked that there is something very special about taking the leap to officially belong to our Pinnacle family. With the membership, one is now available to have leadership roles such as a deacon, elder or part of our Pinnacle Foundation. There are many roles that require leadership or committee membership to keep our church operating, and everyone is encouraged to join in these opportunities.

Stephen Ministry Group

by Mel Steele

People often ask, “What exactly is a Stephen Minister?” One way to put it is that Stephen Ministers are the “After People.”

Stephen Ministers are there:

• after the phone call you hoped you’d never get;

• after the funeral, when everyone has left and the emotions you’ve held at bay come crashing in on you;

• after the relationship falls apart and the bottom falls out of your life;

• after the doctor says, “I’m sorry, but there’s nothing more we can do”

• after the nursing home director shakes your hand and says, “Welcome to your new home”

• after the last child honks the horn, waves, and drives away—and the house suddenly seems empty;

• after your family and friends have heard your story one too many times, but you still need to talk it out.

Stephen Ministers are lay congregation members trained to provide one-to-one care to those experiencing a difficult time in life, such as grief, divorce, job loss, chronic or terminal illness, or relocation. They come from all walks of life, but they all share a passion for bringing Christ’s love and care to people during a time of need. They have served in more than 13,000 congregations and other organizations since 1975.

At Pinnacle we have 15 active, trained Stephen Ministers that, this year, have walked beside persons who are dealing with most of the “after” issues just described. They confidentially listen to and provide the support needed for each person’s unique issues one-on-one weekly for as long as it takes to work through the pain they face. If you face one of these issues, or anything similar, please ask a pastor if a Stephen Minister is right for you.

Ministry Planning Group

by Joe Kaiser, Elder

The primary focus of the Ministry Planning Group in 2022 has been the implementation of the Upon this Rock campaign to support Pinnacle’s Mission: To inspire our world with the love of Jesus. Introduced at the 2022 Annual Meeting of the Congregation, the Upon this Rock campaign was launched by the Session as part of living into the 2016 strategic vision. Specifically, Upon this Rock focuses on three areas of Pinnacle’s ministry and mission:

(1) Growing Pinnacle Ministries & Outreach;

(2) Supporting Local & Global Ministries; and

(3) Improvements to Pinnacle’s Facilities. Each of these areas has been identified as key to the ongoing implementation of the vision and mission of our church.

More specifically, the Ministry Initiative goal is $200,000 to fund the Park Center through 2024 and $50,000 to support Family, Children, and Youth Ministry initiatives. Approximately $100,000 toward the Ministry Initiative has been raised.

The Local & Global Ministries Initiative goal is $100,000 supporting two ministry partners. Globally, we seek $50,000 to support the creation of a vocational training program at Dar al-Kalima University in Bethlehem on the West Bank. Locally, we are raising $50,000 to support First Light Fellowship in Anthem, a new church development being led by former Pinnacle Associate Pastor, Rev. Kristin Willet, and her husband, Rev. Brandon Willet. Approximately $70,000 has been

raised toward the Local & Global Ministry Initiative.

Finally, the Facilities Initiative goal is $250,000 to provide for the refurbishment of the Sanctuary water feature (and outdoor waterscape), partial replacement of aging HVAC equipment, upgrade of our Sanctuary lighting system to energy-efficient LED lighting, and several other more discrete projects. We have commitments for more than $280,000 toward this initiative.

Each of these areas provide members of the Pinnacle community with the opportunity to be a part of our ongoing Mission. Contributions of any amount (either designated to a specific initiative or generally to the campaign) involve each one of us as we inspire our world with the love of Jesus. Our hope is to complete the funding of each of these initiatives in 2023. You can learn more about the Upon this Rock initiatives in the campaign brochure available at the church office or the Annual Meeting.

Facilities & Environment Ministry Group

by John Napolitan, Elder

The Facilities Ministry Group worked throughout 2022 to complete several prioritized projects in addition to the regular maintenance of our campus. Several projects are worthy of a special highlight:

• The expansion of the Fellowship Hall/Teen Center Patio, including the addition of sail shades, was completed in

late 2021. In January of 2022 the new patio was dedicated and renamed Trinity Terrace. This was a donor funded project.

• In March the Preschool Security Fencing proposal was approved by the Session. This was a follow-up to a security assessment that was performed in 2019 by a consulting firm with experience in school safety. The work was funded by a federal grant, and the project was completed late in 2022.

• In May the Church received a designated gift through the Upon This Rock campaign for the purpose of replacing nine of our oldest HVAC systems consistent with our reserve study. By year end the nine new systems were installed.

• Also in May, in cooperation with the Facilities and Environment Ministry Group, the Communications department completed a significant signage project which both added and updated existing signage to the west side of the Pinnacle Campus. This includes new signage to the main Happy Valley Road entrance, a “Welcome to Pinnacle” sign added to the wall facing the circular drive and Trinity Terrace signage. We also replaced the worn and aging signage on the Fellowship Hall and Teen Center.

• In June the Church received financial contributions through the Upon This Rock campaign to fund the restoration of the Sanctuary water feature. The work is scheduled to begin early in 2023.

• During the year the committee developed plans to expand and improve the Memorial Garden. Details will be announced early in 2023.

• In October our longtime HVAC maintenance contractor ceased operations without notice. In December after a comprehensive vetting process, we awarded the maintenance contract to Comfort Systems Inc. Comfort Systems is part of a nationwide public company with strong financial resources.

• In December all parking lot lights fixtures and eight (of 38 on our campus) bollard style light on the campus were replaced with more effective LED fixtures which have substantially improved the overall lighting. Most of the funding for this project was provided by a designated gift. This work is the first phase of exterior lighting improvements planned throughout the campus.

In addition to these special projects, we have continued to work to maintain and improve our campus landscaping and attended to emergency projects and repairs. We are grateful to our maintenance staff, and particularly Jim Shaw who has provided consistency, competency, and professionalism throughout the year.

Personnel Ministry Group

by Fred Brown, Elder

In June 2021 Session approved an investment in resources to lay a strong foundation for the future of Pinnacle Presbyterian Church. The excellent work of the search committee in 2022 under the leadership of David LeMoine and Chuck Goldthwaite resulted in two new additions to the ministerial staff. The Reverend Erik Khoobyarian joined the staff in June 2022 as Executive Associate Pastor. Reverend Leah Quarles joined in October 2022 and will serve as Associate Pastor for Family Ministries and Congregational Life. Reverend Michael Hegeman, PhD moved from Assisting Pastor in Education to Associate Pastor in Education and Senior Adult Ministries.

Dr. Ilona Kubiaczyk-Adler moved from Interim Director of Ministries in Music and Arts to Director of Ministries in Music and Arts. To support the wonderful music program at Pinnacle additional changes were made. Dr. Valerie Harris was employed as Associate Director of Music and Organist; Samantha Jorgensen was employed as Children’s Choir Director and Tommy Strawser as Director of Youth and Children’s Music.

The audio-visual needs have expanded significantly during the pandemic. Also, the continuing audio-visual requirements to support the programming at Pinnacle and the Park Center. Nate Smith was employed as Audio/Visual/Livestream Communications Associate on a full-time basis.

The session approved a 3.7% cost of living increase for the staff effective July 1, 2022, with other equity related adjustments.

Deacon Report

by Mark Steel and Emily Garzolini Co-Moderators

As we continued to recover from COVID, more of the congregation re-engaged in Pinnacle activities, and the deacon’s role continued to expand. Deacons organized and supported:

Special Events: Planned numerous events including Fall Round-up with over 200 attendees, Easter breakfast, our ice cream social.

Sunday Hospitality: Served coffee, baking cookies and treats, organized into six serving teams.

Ushers and Greeters: Coordinated and organized ushers into six, including a “youth” team, served Communion, collected offerings, and supported extensive Christmas and Easter service schedules. They also supported the return of 8:00 am Sunday worship services.

Congregational Care: Supported four memorial service receptions, restarted homebound Communion, and prepared Communion for the 8:00 am Sunday service.

Pew Organizers: Supported the transition to new hymnals and kept Friendship Pads and other documentation current.

Lunch at Pinnacle: Coordinated the setup and cleanup of lunches after service on Sundays.

Membership: Assisted and set up classes for new members.

Outreach: Coordinated and supported monthly collections for Vista del Camino and Andre House, recurring blood drives, backpack collection for schoolkids, and Angel Tree Christmas gifting. The Angel Tree supported 19 families (including 38 children) who received gifts and grocery gift cards. It also raised $1,500 for Noah Webster Schools which provided a $500 Walmart gift card to three families experiencing homelessness.

Leadership Nominees

The following individuals have agreed to serve as an elder, deacon, youth deacon, foundation trustee, and members of the nominating committee. We are grateful for their commitment and dedication to Pinnacle Presbyterian Church:

ELDERS

CHAPIN BELL is President/CEO of P.B. Bell, and oversees all company-wide personnel, accounting, financial analysis, and support functions, as well as overseeing all development and acquisition activities. P.B. Bell has participated in the development of nearly 3,000 multifamily units. Previously, Chapin was a commercial lending officer and vice president of National City Bank. He currently serves on the board of the Arizona Multihousing Association and is co-chair of the Big Hands for Little Hearts Committee. Chapin has also worked with the Boy Scouts of America, the Cleveland Orchestra, and the United Way Agency. He has served on the Board of Directors for UMOM New Day Center and the Real Estate Investment Advisory Council. Chapin received his BS in Business Administration from the University of Arizona. Chapin is married to Angie.

CHUCK GOLDTHWAITE who is originally from Worcester, Mass., received his BA from Dartmouth College and his MBA from Amos Tuck School at Dartmouth College. He served as a senior executive for several large, multinational companies, including Chesebrough-Ponds and S.C. Johnson Co. He has been active as an officer on a number of non-profit boards, including Racine Downtown Development Corporation, and the Racine Symphony Orchestra in Wis., and since retirement to Ariz., he has served as Board Chair for Arizona Musicfest for ten years. He and his wife, Mary (of 57 years), joined Pinnacle in 1999. He has been a head usher for 13 years, co-founded the Pinnacle Concert Series, was a confirmation mentor, served on the Park Center Advisory Council, and as co-chair of the Associate Pastor Search Committee. He and Mary have a son in Oregon, a daughter in Tennessee, and five grandchildren. His wife, Mary, served as an elder.

DAVID S. LEMOINE and his wife, Sherrie, discovered Pinnacle shortly after moving to the area in early 2016. David retired from Hallmark Cards Inc. with more than 43 years of service in various management positions. David and Sherrie were members of Village Presbyterian Church in Prairie Village, Kansas for 30 years prior to moving to Ariz. At Village David was an elder, a member of the Board of Trustees, and served on an associate pastor search committee. In addition to his church-related activities, David served on the city councils for Leawood and Prairie Village, two Kansas communities in the Greater Kansas City area. At Pinnacle David co-chaired the Associate Pastor Search Committee.

SUSAN MATURA grew up in Duxbury, Mass., and met her husband, Jeff, at Carleton College in Minnesota. They moved to Scottsdale almost 25 years ago, and have been connected to Pinnacle since their three kids (Christopher, 19; Timothy, 17; Julia, 14) attended the Pinnacle Preschool. Susan’s parents (Don and Lynn DeHart) are affiliate members at Pinnacle. Susan has served on the Nominating Committee, on the Preschool Board, as part of the Stewardship Committee, and as a rummage sale organizer. She and her mother sing in Pinnacle’s Sing for Life Choir. Outside of church, Susan is a part-time substitute instructional assistant (para-educator) in self-contained special education programs and is an active volunteer in her children’s schools.

MICHELE WHITE is originally from Westfield, N.J. She earned her BA in Art and Education from Monmouth University before starting a career in teaching Art at the elementary level. While teaching in the Millburn School system in Short Hills, N.J., she earned her MA in Instruction and Curriculum from Kean University. She retired from her teaching position in 2021 to move to Scottsdale with her husband, Ben, daughter, Sarah, and dog Sienna. She was previously a member of The First Presbyterian Church in NYC and Central Presbyterian Church in Summit, N.J., before joining Pinnacle last year. She enjoys spending time with family, creating art and crafts, volunteering in the school system, walking, hiking, skiing, and traveling.

DEACONS

ANITA BRYCE has been a member of Pinnacle going on 12 years. She previously served as a deacon with that term ending in 2019. She is originally from western South Dakota. Anita earned a BS in nursing from South Dakota State University and MS in nursing from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Her experience includes inpatient hospital nursing and working as a diabetes nurse practitioner. She is married to Alan and a mother to four young boys. She currently stays busy as a homemaker.

CAROL BAKER has been a member of Pinnacle for five years. She has served as a Stephen Ministry leader and curator of Pinnacle’s art gallery. Originally from Pittsburgh, she grew up and married in Louisville, Kentucky. She is a retired educator with a BA in English, a BA in Art, and an MA in Art. In addition to teaching she has worked as a trainer of trainers on the Navajo reservation and as a director of community education for social services. She was also a potter for many years, but now she creates and exhibits her watercolors and mixed media artwork. She enjoys working in her studio, participating in art groups and Women’s Fellowship, and hanging out with her five teenage grandchildren.

LINDA BOBIER grew up in Columbus, Ohio. She moved to the Southwest in 1970 and received an MA in Special Education from the University of New Mexico. Linda’s favorite career was being a flight attendant for Delta Air Lines for 17 years. She and her husband, Bill Camp, joined Pinnacle in 2013. Bill passed away in March 2022. As an elder, Linda headed up Congregation Life. She was a co-chair for Amigos and is currently helping the Amigos group to get up and running again since the pandemic. Linda is active in our Stephen Ministry Program. She serves homebound communion and is a substitute usher. She and her therapy dog visit at Vi Grayhawk as part of the Pets on Wheels program. Linda is the VP of her HOA and likes welcoming new neighbors. She enjoys running, playing canasta, and, most of all, enjoys traveling the world. Linda is excited to serve as a deacon.

KAAREN GOTWALS is originally from southeastern Pennsylvania, and she moved to Ariz. in 2007. She studied business administration at Louisiana State University. A career change led her into nursing, receiving her BS at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. After several years of critical care nursing, Kaaren entered the field of Nurse Anesthesia receiving her MA in anesthesia at St. Joseph’s University. She has worked as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) in Philadelphia and Ariz. Kaaren has served as an instructor in anesthesia at Villanova University and Midwestern University, and as Associate Director of the Nurse Anesthesia program at Villanova. She is currently employed by the Mayo Clinic. Kaaren joined Pinnacle in March 2021 where she has served as an usher, confirmation mentor, and a member of the Associate Pastor Search Committee. She enjoys gardening, baking, and entertaining family and friends. She has been married to Rob for 38 years and is stepmother to his three children.

ROBERT GOTWALS, originally from Wilmington, Del., obtained bachelor’s and master’s degrees in chemical engineering from the University of Delaware and Lehigh University respectively. His career with the DuPont Company spanned 38 years primarily in research and development management positions in the Wilmington area and included a multi-year assignment in Puerto Rico. Following retirement, Rob and his wife, Kaaren, moved to Ariz. in 2007. He became a member of Pinnacle in March 2021. Rob sings in the Chancel Choir, the Pinnacle Men’s Quartet, and supports the “Sing For Life” program. Rob is father to three adult children from a previous marriage. His interests include sailing, tennis, and making chocolate candies.

DEACONS (continued)

TIFFANY HART began attending Pinnacle in June 2022 and became a member a few months later. Following her BS degree from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls in Journalism and Sociology, she entered the insurance field and has been there for 14 years. Currently, she works as a Risk Manager for DriveTime at the corporate office in Tempe, Ariz. Tiffany is an avid reader and often can be found reading or listening to an audiobook in her downtime. While Tiffany is initially shy in groups, with time, she will become the most loyal friend you may know. She is also a mother to Audrey, 16, and wife to Colyn.

MARGE HASSLINGER was raised in River Forest, Ill., and brought up in Grace Lutheran Church. She attended Northwestern University and graduated with a degree in education. Her first teaching job was as a 2nd-grade teacher in Mill Valley, Calif., where she met her husband. In 1981 they moved to Yakima, Wash., with three small children and established an insurance agency, where Marge managed the front office. In 2013, after 32 years, the couple retired to Scottsdale, and soon after discovered Pinnacle and the beautiful music, inspiring sermons, and welcoming congregation. At Pinnacle, Marge participated in the art installation group, co-chaired Amigos for one year, and volunteered in the church office.

CATHY HORRELL, originally from Ill., graduated from ASU and stayed in Ariz. She works in the financial services industry. The entire family are charter members of Pinnacle. Their home hosted the first gathering for Pinnacle Peak neighbors in the area to learn about the future Pinnacle Presbyterian Church along with Pinnacle's founding pastor, Dr. Larry Corbett. The tiny congregation began meeting at the Glen Moor Clubhouse for Sunday worship. Cathy's two older sons met on the tennis court for Sunday School while her youngest played with Matchbox cars under the fold-up chairs during worship service. Cathy served as a deacon during the building of and transition to the Sanctuary. Cathy and her husband, Steve, have been empty nesters for several years and enjoy keeping up with their children and five grandchildren.

LAURIE JONES is a pediatrician with two middle school-aged children who have been attending Pinnacle since 2004 and became a member in 2008. She was raised in Rome, Ga., in the First Presbyterian Church of Rome and still attends when visiting family. Both children, Caroline (14) and George (12), were baptized at Pinnacle and Caroline is currently a confirmand. Dr. Jones currently teaches 3rd to 5th grade Church School and used to teach 2’s and 3’s age and help out with children’s music on Wednesday nights. Her fiancé is Christian Bates who is a regular attendee. She enjoys hiking, fly fishing, and traveling in her free time. She teaches medical students at the UA School of Medicine in their basic science years and has research projects in Breastfeeding Medicine. She is the founder of the international support network known as Dr. MILK (Mothers Interested in Lactation Knowledge) to support physician mothers in their feeding goals.

CHRISTINE KILBRIDGE has been a member of Pinnacle since she was a teenager. A life-long valley resident, except for her college years, Christine and her husband, John, were married in the Chapel and both of their children, Lillian and Rose, were baptized at Pinnacle. Christine has been teaching and working in highereducation for most of her life. She is currently Library Faculty at Chandler-Gilbert Community College in the southeast valley. Christine teaches Sunday School including Godly Play, is a current member of the Children’s Ministry Committee, and served on the Children and Youth Innovation team. She previously served as a Fellowship and as a member of the Music Director Search Committee in 2018.

MARY KUENSTLER and her late husband, Grant, worshipped at Pinnacle when visiting their daughter, Michelle Rogers, and family who are members of Pinnacle. She moved to Scottsdale from Austin, Texas, in June, 2022, after her husband passed and soon joined Pinnacle. Originally from St. Louis, Mary graduated from the University of MO with a BS in Elementary Education and later earned an MA degree in Education. In Austin she was an active member of Hope Presbyterian Church where she served as a deacon, an elder, and was involved in many other activities. At Pinnacle Mary has joined the Women’s Bible Study and other church activities. She enjoys gardening, reading, traveling, and fitness. Mary also has a son and daughter-inlaw with their two children living in the Dallas area.

DEACONS (continued)

MARSHA ZANDBERGEN is originally from Grand Rapids, Mich., and graduated from Blodgett Memorial Hospital School of Nursing and Western Michigan University. She spent her early nursing career working in emergency rooms in Norfolk, Va., and later Blodgett Hospital. Following cancer diagnosis and treatment, Marsha moved to hospice care, serving as CEO of Hospice of Western Michigan, president of Michigan Hospice, and later worked for the National Hospice in Washington, D.C. Her son and his family live in Scottsdale, and her daughter and her family in Allendale, Mich. She learned about Pinnacle while her grandsons attended the Preschool. When searching for a church, Mary was interested in all the educational opportunities at Pinnacle. She has served as a confirmation mentor, Park Center workshop facilitator, and VBS teacher/grandma.

YOUTH DEACONS

LILY ROGERS is 16 years old and a junior at Scottsdale Preparatory Academy. She has been attending Pinnacle since her family moved to AZ when she was five years old. Lily loves the sense of community that Pinnacle provides as well as the amazing opportunities for trips, such as Montreat and Knotts Berry Farm. She is an active member of the youth group and VBS, and looks forward to fulfilling her responsibilities as a youth deacon! In her spare time, Lily enjoys playing soccer.

MATTHEW SIDOTI is 15 years old and a native of Scottsdale. He has been attending Pinnacle since he was born, starting with his baptism in 2007. Matt has attended VBS as both a camper and a counselor. He has participated in the music programs at Pinnacle including choirs, handbells, and steel drums. Matt has attended two youth music/mission trips to Calif., has ushered on his brother Ben’s youth usher team, volunteered at UMOM reading books and teaching Sunday School to the children and at our youth's annual rummage sales. Currently, Matt is an active member of our Boy Scout Troop 869, working on his way to Eagle Scout. He is a sophomore at Cactus Shadows High School, has played the trumpet in the band since 4th grade and this year he joined his school's jazz band. Matt is very excited to become a youth deacon at Pinnacle and find new areas to participate in!

FOUNDATION TRUSTEES

BOB ARMSTRONG is originally from Neb. and relocated with his family to Scottsdale in 2002. He and his wife, Marla, have been active members of Pinnacle since 2003 and have two adult daughters, Alison and Emily. Bob has served on the Foundation for three years in a variety of roles including secretary, treasurer, and president. He has also been a deacon, elder, head usher, and greeter and has been involved in missions including Open Table, Habitat for Humanity, Andre House, and hurricane disaster relief. He was in the golf course development business for many years before retiring. Bob enjoys working in the community and has held leadership roles with other non-profit organizations. Other interests include: investing, spending time with family, playing golf, spectator sports, movies, and reading history and biographies.

GEORGE BALL and his wife, Coleen, joined Pinnacle in late 2020 following their relocation from Calif. where they were members of San Marino Community Church (PCUSA) for more than twenty years. During that time, they both served in a variety of leadership capacities, including George’s term on the SMCC Foundation Board. George recently retired from Parsons Corporation where he was CFO for the past fifteen years. He continues to serve on the Board of that and other companies and has a long record of board service in both the for profit and non-profit sectors. Coleen and George have two adult daughters who both reside in Southern Calif., and are frequent visitors to both Scottsdale and Colorado where they enjoy their summers.

FOUNDATION TRUSTEES (continued)

BENJAMIN WHITE has had a long career in Big 4 public accounting and corporate audit, culminating in roles as head of internal audit and internal controls at Systemax and Black and Decker respectively. Ben is a licensed CPA with an MBA in Finance from the Thunderbird School of Global Management at ASU and a BS in Finance from Illinois State University. In addition to attending regular board and committee meetings for Systemax Inc. for 12 years, Ben has served on several non-profit boards and is currently treasurer and secretary on the board of Phoenix Center of the Arts. Ben currently resides in Scottsdale with his wife, Michele, and daughter, Sarah, who have been attending Pinnacle since December 2021.

NOMINATING COMMITTEE

MERRY COLE BENDER, who was born overseas, spent most of her childhood in Miami, Fla., where her family still lives. She met her husband, Bruce, in Dallas, TX, where she was teaching school. Merry has an MA in Early Education and the teaching of learning disabilities. Throughout Bruce's career, the couple has lived in many interesting places including Singapore and Bahrain (they had a son in each of those places and a third in Miami.) Their adult children live all over the country; including a grandson, Cole, who lives in Breckenridge, Colo. Merry has worked as a teacher of preschool through middle school as well as the Director of Family and Children Ministries at Plymouth Congregational Church, and Director of High School Youth Program at Mountain View Presbyterian in Scottsdale. Merry came to Pinnacle in 2016 happy to have found a church home and community. Merry has served as a session member and is currently serving as leadership for the Women’s Fellowship group.

KATHY GREEN and her daughter, Kyleigh, moved to Ariz. in 2014 from Prairie Village, Kan., and came to Pinnacle on the recommendation of her former pastor. The children’s and youth programs are what Kathy loves about Pinnacle. Kathy has served Pinnacle as a deacon, previous member of the nominating committee, participated in women's small groups, and runs the Single and Parenting Group. Kathy works as a Client Service Consultant for a big data company out of Chicago and is blessed to be able to work from home so she can spend more time with Kyleigh and her dog, Mercury.

MARCIA HARRER SOBEK, originally from Hinsdale, Ill., moved to Scottsdale in third grade and built a life here. She graduated from the University of Arizona before receiving her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of California, San Francisco. After her residency at Northwestern, Marcia established her dental practice in Scottsdale. Her involvement with the Presbyterian Church is lifelong, having been a deacon at Valley Presbyterian and an elder at Pinnacle. Her time at Pinnacle also included serving on the Preschool Board. She enjoys playing flute and piano for the church as well. Marcia and her husband, Dave, have two children, Madeline and Grant, who were very involved at Pinnacle growing up. Marcia and her family have been members at Pinnacle since 2001.

MARK STEEL was born in Pittsburgh. After graduating from the University of Colorado with a degree in mathematics/physics, he was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the USAF. Serving ten years, he was an Airborne Communication Officer on the National Emergency Airborne Command Post (NEACP) directly supporting Presidents Carter and Reagan. Mark was a program manager for the next 30 years with several defense contractors retiring in early 2017 from Rockwell Collins in Oregon. Mark is a volunteer with the Red Cross, deployed to Florida (Hurricane Michael) and California (Paradise Fire). He was previously a member of the Emanuel Presbyterian Church in Oregon and has been a member of Pinnacle since 2017. Mark is engaged to Diane Wenger, a Stephen Minister at Pinnacle.

Finance Finance Ministry Group

by Susan Rose, Elder

Presented below is the condensed, combining statement of activities for Pinnacle Presbyterian Church (Church), Pinnacle Presbyterian Church Foundation (Foundation), and Pinnacle Presbyterian Day School (Preschool) for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, and the related condensed, combined statement of financial position as of June 30, 2022. Also presented is comparative information for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2021. This information is presented on the accrual basis of accounting and has been summarized from the annual financial statements reviewed by Baker Tilly US, LLP. The complete financial statements may be viewed in the Church office.

As we emerged from the pandemic during fiscal 2022, the Church was able to return to providing in-person services and programs, resulting in an increase in Regular Offerings & Contributions income of $446,981 from fiscal 2021 to 2022 and an increase in revenues over expenses (change in net assets) of $347,379. The Church's total expenses increased by $177,779, or about 6%, consistent with price and wage increases experienced in the general economy.

The Preschool also experienced a significant increase in Regular Offerings & Contributions in 2022 due to the award of a Child Care Stabilization Grant from the Arizona Department of Economic Security. Under this grant, the Preschool has been receiving funds to be used for reimbursement of salary and other operating costs for providing childcare services. The final grant payment will be received in June 2023. In addition, the Preschool recognized income of $84,303 in 2022 from the Employee Retention Tax Credit under the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security Act. These revenue increases were partially offset by increased expenses of $200,122 due to expanded class offerings as the pandemic eased.

Cash and investment balances remained strong at June 30, 2022, primarily due to the Session keeping close track of expenses and the lack of need to utilize cash reserves to cover operating expenses.

PINNACLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, PINNACLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH FOUNDATION AND PINNACLE PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL COMBINED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION (CONDENSED)

JUNE 30, 2022 AND 2021

Annual Stewardship

Stewardship Ministry Group Report

by George Colberg, Elder

Stewardship has had a busy and productive year where we finished on target with regard to our Stewardship pledge campaign. We have been providing an ongoing discussion and illustrations of what “Whole Life Stewardship” looks like and how we live it out in our lives. Our pledge campaign in 2022 carried the theme of Connect: God – World – Community for the Pandemic period. Looking toward 2023, the Stewardship Committee spent much of 2022 preparing for the campaign with a theme of Open Wide Our Hearts.

The Stewardship committee has been evaluating new methods of communication about stewardship and areas of need to support our ministry, while also sharing opportunities to utilize the time and talents of our congregation as well as treasure. Our goal is to lift up the growing needs of a growing church. Pinnacle Presbyterian Church has become a leader in the denomination and is a testament to the faithful and generous nature of our community. The 2023 Stewardship campaign of “Open Wide Our Hearts,” reflects the need for resources to be in place for our expanding staff, and to add our new staff in areas like the children’s ministry. All the pieces are in place, God calls us to serve in many ways, and the ability of the Pinnacle congregation to pull together and to support new and previously unseen opportunities to grow closer to the community and the world in which we serve a loving, kind and compassionate God.

The Stewardship committee wishes to thank the congregation for your warm support and caring gifts.

- 2022 Pinnacle Regular Offerings Overview

The Pinnacle Foundation

Pinnacle Presbyterian Church Foundation Report

by Bob Armstrong, Foundation President

2022 Trustees:

Bob Armstrong, President and Treasurer

Ruth O’Brien, Vice President

Donna McIntosh-Fletcher, Secretary

Charles Christoph

Nancy Conover

*Rev. Erik Khoobyarian

*Dr. Wes Avram

*Susan Rose, Elder Finance Committee

*George Colberg, Elder Stewardship Ministry

*ex-officio member

The primary mission of the Pinnacle Presbyterian Church Foundation (PPCF) is to assist in preserving the future of the church and our mission to spread the love of God. In order to achieve this the Foundation Trustees (see listed):

• Provide communication and education to our congregation to encourage legacy and planned giving to the Foundation.

• Provide oversight of the investment and growth of our donors’ gifts that are professionally managed by an outside entity under the Trustees direction.

• Return funds each year to the church and mission opportunities that are designated by donors with guidelines established by donor agreements.

The funds in the Foundation as of 12/31/22 totaled $1,045,659, a decrease of $332,680 from the 12/31/21 balance. The majority of the decrease was related to market performance. Funds returned to PPC in 2022 totaled $48,253 and were distributed as follows: $32,278 from the General Fund, $10,000 for Mission, $2,000 for Scholarship and $3,975 from the two Music Funds. The Foundation has funds in two types of accounts:

• The first is the General Fund, which is primarily used for operating related items and campus maintenance or improvements. Disbursements come from accumulated income rather than principal.

• The second type are specific purpose funds, where the donor identifies an existing ministry where the church is in need of additional funding, or a new ministry that expands church activities. The hope is that others will join with gifts for the same goal.

The balance of each fund as of December 31, 2022 was:

A few examples of where the Foundation was able to make a positive difference in the community in 2022: We were excited to be able to provide funds in the amount of $10,000 through the Mission Committee for a donation to UMOM. UMOM is one of Pinnacle Presbyterian Church’s mission partners that provides shelter and support services to women and their families. We were also proud to award a $2,000 scholarship to Eliza Punches, which will assist in continuing her education.

The Foundation Trustees along with Pinnacle’s clergy staff are always grateful for the vision behind each gift that our members provide. If you would like to know more about the Foundation and giving opportunities, please visit the church’s website at pinnaclepres.org/pinnaclefoundation.

Statistical Review

Clerk of Session Report

by Mark Leinweber, Clerk

*The attendance numbers include livestream on-line viewings. The livestream on-line viewings are multiplied by a factor of 1.8 to include a realistic estimate of total viewers for livestream viewing.

2023 COMMUNION DATES

January 8 (Epiphany)

February 19 (Transfiguration Sunday)

February 22 (Ash Wednesday)

April 6 (Maundy Thursday)

April 9 (Easter)

May 28 (Pentecost)

August 6 (Summer Communion)

October 1 (World Communion)

November 26 (Christ the King)

December 24 (Christmas Eve, 3 pm)

(subject to change)

Church Leadership

PINNACLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | as of December 31, 2022

SESSION

Class of 2022

Kim Bussey | Adult Formation

Terry Coult | Planning

John Napolitan | Facilities & Environment

Class of 2023

Fred Brown | Personnel

George Colberg | Stewardship

Joe Kaiser | Facilities & Planning

Susan Rose | Finance

Mary Upchurch | Membership Development

Class of 2024

Phil Branson | Park Center Liaison

Kim Hammons | Mission & Social Outreach

Roselyn O'Connell | Adult Formation

Jacque Olmert | Children, Youth and Families

Michelle Rogers | Family Ministries

CORPORATE OFFICERS

Susan Rose | President

John Napolitan | Vice President

Mark Leinweber | Secretary

Susan Brown | Assistant Secretary

Class of 2022

Cate Bossard

Peg Boutchia

Robin Colberg

Leslie Colliopoulos

Carey Eckler

Sherrie LeMoine

Linda Moorhead

* Youth Deacon

Kay Normann

Lisa Ann Ranson

Anet Rautenbach

Mark Steel

Laurel Davis*

Ben Sidoti*

DEACONS

Class of 2023

Sherry Gamble

Emily Garzolini

George Moakley

Anne Oswald

James Lipscomb | Treasurer

Chapin Bell | Assistant Treasurer

Mark Leinweber | Assistant Treasurer

Lea Reinke | Assistant Treasurer

Adam Rogers

Renee Schenck

Christie Slegers

Class of 2024

Craig Bainbridge

Sandy Bainbridge

Debbie Bender

Kathe Drake

Sunny Edwards

Tim Erion

Win Holden

Jane Linville

Kim Schaller

Robert Slegers

Church Staff

PINNACLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | as of December 31, 2022

PASTORAL STAFF

Rev. Wesley D. Avram, Ph.D., Pastor & Head of Staff

Rev. Erik Khoobyarian, M.Div., Executive Associate Pastor

Rev. Michael Hegeman, Ph.D., Associate Pastor in Education

Rev. Leah Quarles, M.Div., Associate Pastor for Family Ministries & Congregational Life

ADMINISTRATIVE & PROGRAM STAFF

Lisa Boswell, Executive Assistant to the Pastor

Sonja Branch, D.M.A., Director of African Drum Ensemble*

Valerie Harris, D.M.A., Associate Director of Music & Organist*

Brandon Huenemann, Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministries

Samantha Jorgensen, Children's Choir Director*

Ilona Kubiaczyk-Adler, D.M.A., Director of Ministries in Music and Arts & Organist

Shirley Norris, Director of Communications

Lea Reinke, Business Administrator

Jim Shaw, Maintenance*

Dawn Sheaffer, Administrative Assistant*

Nate Smith, AV/Livestream Communications Associate

FRAN PARK CENTER FOR FAITH AND LIFE

Rev. Wesley D. Avram, Ph.D., Director

Rev. Michael Hegeman, Ph.D., Associate Director

Kelly McGinn, Administrator

PRESCHOOL

Sabrina Ball, Director of Preschool

Diana Englund, Office Administrator

COLLEAGUES IN MINISTRY

Pastor Luc Deratus, Mission Partner, Harmony Ministries, Haiti

Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb, Mission Partner, Dar al-Kalima University, Bethlehem

Margaret Ebert & Brent Hylton, Music Directors Emeriti

*Part-time position

To inspire our world with the love of Jesus.