Pastor Chris joined the church family of First Congregational of Peru after serving Churches in Florida and Michigan. A native of Northern California, he is a military veteran of ten years; serving in the Marine Corps and later in the Minnesota Army National Guard.
He holds the Bachelor of Science in Religion Degree from
Liberty University, The Master of Arts in Religion & The Master of Divinity Degrees from
Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary in Lynchburg, VA. He is currently pursuing The Doctor of Ministry Degree from
Temple Baptist Seminary in Chattanooga, TN.
Pastor Chris lives in the parsonage of this beautiful, historic, and vibrant church with his children and his partner in life and ministry, Christina. She is an active part of the life of the Church, leading small groups, and as a constant encouragement to all. Along with an Associate Degree from
Arizona Western College, service in the Marine Corps & Department of Veterans Affairs, and extensive volunteer church experience, she holds a Bachelor Degree and a Christian Master of Arts Degree in Christian Counseling from
Pillsbury College & Seminary in St. Louis, MO.
He is known for
passionate preaching and compassionate ministry to the community of faith and the community at large. His teaching style is reflective of a high view of the Scriptures and the grace and mercy of God, as he interprets and teaches the Bible in ways which are consistent with conservative Evangelical doctrines, while striving for application in the here and now of daily living.
"We are pilgrims on the journey of life. Christianity is no so much about an destination of absolute knowledge inasmuch as it is a journey of discovering the divine; a pilgrimage of faith! God has granted us access to know Him in Christ. This knowledge is like the knowledge of a dear friend or trusted spouse. It comes through constant contact, intimate connection, and experiencing life together."
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