Our Staff

Our staff at Central is a dedicated team of pastors, ministry directors, and support staff who love Jesus and love our city. We are here to serve, equip, and encourage our faith family as we grow together in Christ.

Pastors

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    Stephen Byrd

    Lead Pastor

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    Nick Weaver

    Worship & Media

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    Dr. Clay Layfield

    Member Care

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    Casey Matthews

    Families and Connections

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    Kevin Stout

    Students

Directors

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    Dr. Bruce Trask

    Executive Director

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    Connie Custer

    Preschool

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    Katie Creery

    Children

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    Billy DeCarmine

    Media

Admin/Staff

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    Leanne Stokes

    Pastoral Assistant

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    Jessica Bennett

    Worship Associate

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    Sharon Eliason

    Publications

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    Logan Denny

    Students

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    Lauren Ball

    Financial Assistant

  • Marian Speck

    Front Office / Receptionist

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    Grant Lane

    Recreation

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    Marchien Ballard

    Kitchen

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    Abby Sheppard

    Children’s Ministry Intern

  • Chris Mericle

    Media Assistant

Facilities & Grounds

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    Justin Danieli

    Maintenance Director

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    Josh Funderburk

    Landscape & Grounds

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    Scott Custer

    Facilities 

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    Robert Tallart

    Janitorial