Pastors & Staff « La Cañada Presbyterian Church

Pastor
ext. 221 gary@lacanadapc.org	Dr. Gary Dennis PastorGary Dennis is pastor of the church. He grew up in North Carolina and Pennsylvania. His wife, Sara, is a psychologist. He has two grown children and the world’s most beautiful grandchildren. Gary has degrees from Taylor University, Princeton Theological Seminary and Union Theological Seminary in Virginia. Other than spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren, Gary enjoys swimming, and photography.
ext. 220 gloria@lacanadapc.org	Gloria Hill Senior Administrative Assistant to Pastor Dennis. Gloria Hill came to LCPC in 1989. She began as part-time assistant in Children’s Ministry in 1992, then took on Bulletin editing, Newsletter editing, Music Secretary, and Communications Coordinator throughout the years until she became Pastor Gary’s Administrative Assistant in September 2000. She continues as the editor of the church’s bi-monthly newsletter, “The La Canada Press,” editor of the weekly church bulletin, as well as updating the church’s website and sending Constant Contact emails to the congregation.
Associate Pastors
ext. 201 kristin@lacanadapc.org	Kristin Leucht Associate Pastor Kristin Leucht, Associate Pastor of Family ministry has oversight of the Children’s, Youth and Parent Education programs at the church. She is married to Chris, a child psychologist and they have two children. She was born in Germany and has lived in Thailand, Alaska, Indiana and California. Kristin did her undergraduate work in psychology at UC Davis and completed an M Div with a concentration in Christian Formation at Fuller Theological Seminary.
ext. 217 jmilley@lacanadapc.org	Jim Milley Associate Pastor Jim Milley is Associate Pastor for Outreach & Equipping. His wife, Debbie, is a nurse. They have three children: Amanda, Sarah, and Nathan. Jim grew up in New Jersey. He earned a BA in psychology from Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina, and his MDiv from Fuller Theological Seminary. Both Jim & Debbie spent 5 years as PC(USA) missionaries in Ethiopia, 2 years serving at the PC(USA) national offices in Louisville, KY, and came to LCPC in 2002. Jim’s hobbies include golf, hiking, and reading.
ext. 229 chuck@lacanadapc.org	Dr. Chuck Osburn Associate PastorChuck Osburn is Associate Pastor of Spiritual Formation. Chuck continues to oversee our Lay Counseling and Small Group Ministries while also being responsible for our Spiritual Formation Ministries. Married to Barbara, a CPA, they have a daughter, Kendra, in college. Raised in Pittsburgh, Chuck became a Christian in high school through Young Life. After graduating from the University of Cincinnati, he went to Fuller Seminary earning an M.Div and a D.Min in Marriage & Family Therapy. He came to LCPC as an intern in 1976, and was ordained here in 1980. Chuck likes golf … but just wishes it was mutual.
Directors
ext. 214 anne@lacanadapc.org	Anne Bierling Director, Parent EducationAnne is the director of Parent Education which offers 15 classes/week for parents of infants through teens. Anne is a licensed marriage and family therapist and former high school teacher and administrator. She is also a co-author of The Life Model: Living From the Heart Jesus Gave You which has been translated into 5 languages. Anne completed her undergraduate degree in Secondary Education from Concordia University (NE) and received her MA in Marriage and Family Counseling from Phillip’s Graduate Institute (CA). Anne and her husband, Randy, have three children (Jessi, Grant & Tasha) and live in Porter Ranch, CA. Her greatest passion is helping families thrive!
ext. 628 megan@lacanadapc.org	Megan Katerjian - Director, Outreach & Adult FormationMegan Katerjian is Director of Outreach and Adult Formation. She is married to Harout, a free-spirit who loves Jesus and makes her laugh. Megan received her MDiv from Fuller and has almost completed her MA in Cross-Cultural Studies. These two degrees teach her to bring together mission and ministry in a way that makes a real difference in people’s lives. Prior to seminary, Megan worked for Chicago-based non-profits serving the poor for six years. She graduated from Cornell University and spent a year in South Africa doing volunteer work. She and Harout are excited to be at LCPC!
ext. 222 judy@lacanadapc.org	Judy Brock Director, Children’s ChoirsJudy Brock has been the director of Cherub Choir and the Celebrate Singers since 1997. She was one of the founding members of the LCPC Orchestra and is currently the second chair violist. An accomplished guitarist, Judy is a popular recording and performing artist along with her twin sister, mandolinist Janet Boggs. “Boggs & Brock” unique style of Christian music is offered in concerts, worship services, Bible studies, all-church gatherings, women’s retreats and just about anywhere people come together for worship and praise.
ext. 223 jack@lacanadapc.org	Jack Lantz Director Music & Worship ArtsJack Lantz is Director of Music and Worship Arts. He is married to Paulette, whom he met in Japan, and who teaches first grade at Palm Crest Elementary School. Jack holds degrees from Yale University and Harvard University. Jack has conducted, written for, and performed in choral and instrumental organizations, and directed theatre, throughout the U.S. and in Asia. The Jack Lantz Big Band plays for events throughout Southern California. In addition to music, Jack enjoys model trains and Japanese woodblock prints.
ext. 228 faith@lacanadapc.org	Faith Field Director, Senior High MinistryFaith Greiner Field is a graduate from South Western Bible College where she earned her degree in Christian Ministries with an emphasis in Biblical Studies. She has spent the last several years working in churches and different non-profit organizations. Most of her life has been spent in Southern California with the exception of a few years spent in Arizona.Faith is excited to be working at LCPC in the area of Student Ministries. She has a love for teenagers and is excited to journey life with them over the next several years.
ext 206 jstaniels@lacanadapc.org	Jim Staniels Director, Junior High MinistryJim comes from Chicago (Da Bears) by way of Muskegon, Michigan, and San Diego, California. He is supported by beautiful wife, Melissa, who grew up in the Lake Arrowhead area. They met at Moody Bible Institute (Chicago), where both of them have received their degrees. They have a wonderful son, A.J., and a wonderful daughter, Caitlin, and love being here are excited about the new opportunities and momentum that are being built here at the La Canada Presbyterian Church.