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Roger Storms
Senior Pastor

For the past 21 years Roger Storms has served as the Senior Pastor of Chandler Christian Church, a non-denominational church in the Southeast Valley of the Phoenix-Metro area. Under his leadership the congregants have increased from an average of 120 to over 3,000 and the church’s staff has increased from 1 to over 40 full-time employees. During this time, the congregation relocated from a facility they had met in for 34 years to a school and then to their present 25 acre, 70,000 sq. ft. facility at 1825 S. Alma School Road. READ MORE

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Don Anderson
Executive Pastor

What in the world is an Executive Pastor? Good question, I’m not always completely sure either. The simplest description I have come up with is CCC’s “chief of staff.”  I oversee the entire staff on behalf of Pastor Roger.  This also includes the Caring Ministries as my direct responsibility, which includes our local and global missions. Sue and I have been married for 36 years and came to CCC along with our three kids, Matt, Sheri, and Mark in 1996. God (using specific circumstances, Pastor Roger and others) called me into full-time ministry in October 2001. Christ Jesus commands the local church body to “love God and love others” and “go and make disciples of all nations” which are the greatest causes to devote the rest of my life to as part of this local church family.  Thank you for the opportunity to serve here and beyond.

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Larry Daily
Pastor of Membership
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x141
Hi. I am the Pastor of Support and Recovery ministries as well as a member of the Connecting Team. I also oversee Pastoral Care, Men’s and Women’s ministries. I have a passion for helping people struggling with real life issues and pointing them to the One that can make all the difference in their lives, Jesus Christ. He doesn’t promise that He will “fix” everything in our lives, but He does say that He will be there with us in difficult times. I grew up in Central Illinois and have been a Christian since my teen age years. Along with my wife Carol and our four sons we served as missionaries in England for seven years and I have been a Pastor at CCC since 2003 having served in full time ministry since 1981.
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Scott Daily
Pastor of Jr. High Ministries
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x126
I work in Student Ministries and specifically pastor the Jr. High Ministry. I was born in Mesa, AZ, Lived in England, Came back to Mesa, moved to Kentucky for College and I have been in Chandler since the year 2005. I really like postcards.  
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Chris Hedrick
Children's Pastor
Children
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x144
Chris Hedrick is the Children’s pastor here at Chandler. He is a “half stater” with a mixture of California and Arizona in his blood. He has a wonderful family with two boys and an amazing ping pong table with expensive paddles. Chris has been at Chandler for almost 3 years now says he has the greatest job in the world (almost always).
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Jeff Hinson
Associate Pastor
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x118
I joined the staff in Oct 2004.  I am currently the connecting Pastor.  This means I oversee Birth- College ministries, adult Life Groups and various other Adult ministries.  My Wife, Kristee and I have 3 awesome boys- Eli, Noah and Jonah.  I like to play sports and spend time with my family when I am not working.
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Danny Hughes
Pastor of Worship Programming
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x125
I moved to Arizona and joined the staff at CCC in September 2008.  My family moved here with me which makes me happy!  Kristi became my bride 24 years ago and we have two teenage sons, Zachary and Michael.  I have a great job planning the worship experiences for our weekend services at CCC.  In addition to ministry here at CCC, I am a part-time soldier in the Chaplain Corp of the Arizona Army National Guard.  I enjoy watching my sons play sports and music, and working with them on classic cars.
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Austin Martin
Pastor of College Age Ministries
College
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x116
Born and raised in God’s chosen land (Indiana – do I even need to clarify?), I moved to Arizona in 2006. I have a degree in Biblical Literature from Ozark Christian College and lead the College/Young Adult ministry. In my free time I listen to music, play music, read, and fight evil customer service representatives for every penny they try to steal.
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Peter Miele
Music & Fine Arts Pastor
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x115
I joined the staff of CCC in 1997 as the Pastor of Worship and Fine Arts. Before coming to CCC, I enjoyed teaching at Manhattan Christian College and KSU, as well as playing music professionally. Although I've lived all over the country, I call Pittsburgh home and bleed Black and Gold during football season. My wife Mary Lou and I are celebrating our 35th anniversary this August. We have two grown daughters, Erin and Kris and three grandchildren, Summer, Micah and Jett. We both love to travel (especially on our motorcycles), and spend time with our kids and grandkids.
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Matt Myers
Associate Pastor
Connecting
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x102
I joined the staff at CCC in July, 2004. I grew up in Oklahoma and yes, am an OU Sooners fan. My wife is Shanna and we’ve been married since 1997. We have two Beautiful girls named Emma and Ally. Here at Chandler I work in adult ministries, helping teach the Bible leading in the area of family and small groups. 
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Paul Ortiz
Pastor of High School Ministries
Students
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x127
I am originally from Oklahoma and moved here in ’06. I have been married to the love of my life Sharon for 31 years.  I have one son, Joshua who is married to Bethany and they have a son Tyler and daughter Payton. I love working and having fun with the high school students and watching them grow up in Christ. I am a huge Kansas State Wildcat fan and I will bleed purple! I am also a fan of the Dallas Cowboys, New York Yankees and St. Louis Cardinals! Love Golden Retrievers, snow skiing and of course Mexican food!!!
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Lisa Spidle
Associate Pastor Early Childhood Ministry
Children
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x131
Lisa Spidle is the Pastor of Early Childhood Ministries.  She oversees a team of volunteers who teach preschoolers during our weekend services.  Lisa loves seeing volunteers growing closer to God as they minister to little ones and seeing preschoolers worship God during praise and worship time.  “There is so much joy in their little faces when they are doing that!”  In addition to overseeing the preschool area, Lisa is in charge of the MOPS ministry at CCC.  MOPS supports mothers of preschoolers to be better moms to their children.  Lisa enjoys encouraging moms in this season of their lives.  A member of CCC for over 25 years Lisa has seen God bless this church in many ways.  Lisa is married to John (also on staff) and has 4 grown children.
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Angela Walters
Associate Elementary Pastor
Children
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x133
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Support Staff

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Patty Ahearn
Exec. Assistant to Senior Pastor & Guest Services
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x111

Patty moved to Chandler in 1966 and began attending Chandler Christian (known as First Christian Church of Chandler) with her family.  In l998, she joined the staff as Pastor Roger's Executive Assistant as well as Director of Guest Services.

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Mark Allen
Director of Video
Work Phone: 480-963-3997
“After an 18 year hiatus from being a “zany zonie,” I returned to the Valley of the Sun in March of 2010 and somehow convinced the executive staff and worship team of Chandler Christian Church to hire me (there was LOTS of pleading involved. I’m not proud of it, but it did get me the job.)  I’m a 20 year veteran of film and TV production, making a tour from Arizona to Texas to Atlanta and now I feel blessed to have made it back to my roots in the desert.  I look forward to adding whatever I can to the worship experience through great video and inspired story-telling on CCC’s super-duper widescreen!
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Jim Barrington
Financial Manager
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x113
Jim is a retired CPA.  He is married and has 3 children and 7 grandchildren.  He has lived in Arizona for over 50 years.  Jim has stated that Chandler Christian Church and Roger Storms have changed his life by leading him to a stronger faith in Jesus Christ.  He is thrilled to be working for the church and finds it much more rewarding than any job he has ever had.
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Traci Bradshaw
Administrative Assistant
Students
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x140

I’ve been attending Chandler Christian since 2002 when my son Cooper (CHS class of 2011) and I moved here from Memphis, Tennessee. I’ve been on staff since 2005 working in Student Ministries.  What a great blessing it is to see not only my son, but so many students growing in Christ.

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Beverly Brenner
Clerical Assistant
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x180
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Lisa Cepeda
Receptionist
Work Phone: 480.963.3997
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Debra Courts
Office Manager & Administrative Assistant
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x112
I am originally from Connecticut but I have lived in Arizona since 1974. I am married and have two daughters and three grandsons.  I am blessed to have worked with the Staff at Chandler Christian Church for the past nine years.  I love working with Mission Trip Leader and trip participants to coordinate our global outreach trips each year and I get to combine my love of travel with my love of having an impact for the cause of Christ in this world.  What could be better?
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Tracey Hayden
Director of Communications
Communications
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x108
Birthday: October 31
Anniversary: April 7th
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Cheryl Hoffman
Administrative Assistant
Changing
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x176
My name is Cheryl Hoffman, I am originally from New Jersey - yes I’m a Jersey Girl (without the accent)! I have been in the administrative field most of my life and feel that is where I belong. I am married to a wonderful guy, Chad and we have a 13 year old son, Michael. We moved to Arizona 3 years ago from Oregon. We absolutely love it here. I work for Pastor Jeff Hinson doing various administrative assignments (Life Groups, Sports Groups and the new Youth Center) and event coordinating whenever needed! I am truly blessed.
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Anna Martin
Administrative Assistant
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x177
I moved to Arizona in 1987 from Roswell, New Mexico.  I’ve been married to my husband Bill for 12 years.  Bill is a native of Arizona.  We have 3 children.  We’ve been attending CCC for 7 years.  I have been employed with CCC for 5 years as an administrative assistant for Connecting Ministries.  I love to read, scrapbook and spend time with my family.
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Sarah Myers
Administrative Assistant
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x114

I am the Children's Ministry Administrative Assistant.

I'm from all over California, but moved to Arizona in 2004. I have attended Chandler Christian Church for over 3 years now and love calling it my "home".

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Sandy Myren
Data Entry
Work Phone: 480-963-3997 x143

My husband Dick and I have been residents of Arizona for 15 years, moving here from Iowa.  We have attended CCC since our first week-end here in the Valley of the Sun.  I have been on staff since March of 1998.  My duties over the years have changed but I mainly oversee the database and all information entered in.  We have five children, fourteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild.  We have been truly blessed to call CCC our church home.

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Francie Orlando
Kingdom Kids Director
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x132
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Emily Rockey
Associate Nursery Director
Children
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x114
I am the oldest of seven children and my parents have been in ministry at the same church for 32 years. I attended Hope International University where I met my husband and received a B.A. in Children’s Ministry.  My husband and I have been married for 9 years and have a daughter who is 3. I recently obtained a Master’s of Education degree from Grand Canyon University and have been a substitute teacher for the Dysart school district. I have been in children’s ministry for the past 12 years and absolutely love working with the Nursery team here at Chandler Christian Church.
I also love to read book and like long walks on the beach. (wink)
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John Spidle
Facilities Manager
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x110
As the Facility Manager for Chandler Christian Church, John Spidle oversees property management of CCC’s facilities.  With both staff and some fun loving volunteers assisting him, the grounds and building maintenance are well cared for.  Volunteering in this ministry is easy John says, John has been on staff full time since 1999, however a member of the church since 1985.  John has a heart for mission work and has participated in several mission trips with CCC.  He is married to his wife, Lisa (also on staff) for 30 years and has 4 grown children.  In his downtime, John enjoys spending time with his family and gardening.
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Janet Stratman
Curriculum Assistant, Graphics Artist
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x120
I started attending Chandler Christian Church in 2006 and was fortunate to join the staff in the same year. I am blessed to have a job here that allows me to enjoy my passion for graphics!  I have been married to my husband Robert since 1995 and we have two beautiful and entertaining children. I am a native to Arizona, and while I don't enjoy the heat, my entire family (including all the in-laws) live here, so I remain! Although, you might catch me daydreaming about the beach from time-to-time!
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Michelle VanDamme
Bookkeeper
Work Phone: 480.963.3997 x106
Hi!  My name is Michelle Van Damme and I have been the bookkeeper for Chandler Christian Church, for the past 6 years.  My family and I are originally from California but moved here to Chandler in 1998.  I have been married to Robert for 20 years and we have a daughter, Amanda, that is starting Jr. High this year.  My husband and I volunteer in Elementary Ministries together in the 2nd grade class room.
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