LEADERSHIP


STAFF

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    JP Charfauros | Senior Pastor

    JP married his high school sweetheart, Stephanie, in 2006, and they are the proud parents of two beautiful, intelligent, and precious daughters, Shaelyn and Elise. JP graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a degree in Christian Ministries in 2006 and after serving at a church in LA County for 12 years, he became the Senior Pastor at Pomerado Christian Church in 2018. His desire is to decrease in every area of his life so that God can increase (John 3:30) and to build God’s Kingdom by showing people the love, life, and hope found only in a relationship with Jesus Christ. He loves to geocache, follow Bay Area sports, go out to eat, and read (but not always in that order).

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    Philip Cross | Executive Pastor

    Philip has been married to Nicole since 2010. They are parents of three kids: Lauarlee, Harmony, and Lewis. Philip graduated with a degree in Religious Studies from San Diego State University in 2008, a Masters in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary in 2010, and a Masters in Philosophy in 2014. Philip has served in a variety of ministry roles over a total of ten years, including positions as a youth pastor, associate pastor, and a church planter. Philip is also the senior leader at a Chick-fil-A, where he has been building teams, developing leaders, creating systems, and driving results for over 7 years. Philip wants to empower the church to love God, love people, and make disciples. Philip loves to BBQ and make pizza.

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    Thomas Gray | Director of Worship and Media

    Thomas is married to Michelle and they have three boys, Nathaniel, Jackson and Lukas. In his role as Director of Worship and Media, Thomas is responsible for overseeing the worship and tech ministries as well as creating video, graphic, and web content for PCC. His desire is to see people engaged and drawn to a deeper relationship with Christ so that they can make a difference for His Kingdom. He loves spending time with his family, making music and going to Legoland!

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    Mary Bramlett | Children’s Ministry Director

    Mary and her husband, Reg, have raised four confident and amazing daughters. Now, they enjoy being grandparents to six little sweeties. Mary was a volunteer in Children's Ministry at Pomerado for several years before joining the staff in 2002 as the Director of FaithRock Children’s Ministry. God has given her a passion to help children know what it really means to follow Christ for a lifetime through faith, fun, and friends. Want her to be a happy girl? Take her to the beach!

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    Suzi Williams | Children’s Ministry Assistant

    Suzi is married to Jim and has three children, Jared, Luke and Rachel. Suzi is the Children’s Ministry Assistant at Pomerado Christian Church working alongside the Children’s Ministry Director in preparing for ongoing activities and special events. Her desire is to see all children come to know Jesus and accept Him as their Lord and Savior. Suzi is the youngest of ten children and became an aunt at the age of five. Being surrounded by children is second nature to her and she wouldn’t want it any other way.

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    Matt Sparks | Facilities

    Matt is married to his wonderful wife Jessie, and they have two great kids, Ava and Cole. He serves as the Facilities Coordinator, making sure the campus is safe, welcoming, and running smoothly. Matt is passionate about creating an environment where people can connect with God and each other without distraction. Fun fact: he’s an avid golfer and surfer. 


DIRECTORS

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    JP Charfauros | Elder/Senior Pastor

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    Max Green | Elder

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    Art Gresham | Elder

  • Stephen Lundie | Elder/Board President

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    Bob Szymanski | Elder

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    Chuck Rubacky | Steward/Board Vice President

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    Barb Gephart | Steward/Board Secretary

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    Marel Sterling | Steward/Treasurer

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    Ron Turner | Steward


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