We elect and ordain qualified Ministers of the Word and Sacraments to serve as our primary preaching and teaching officers. They do not, however, possess greater executive authority than other elders in our church. Rather, our congregation is governed pastorally by a board of nine local elders who are assisted by seven deacons. To serve in church office, men must first meet the biblical requirements and be elected by the congregation. We have transparent, accountable financial policies and report regularly to the church.

Learn more about the roles, responsibilities, and requirements of elders and deacons.

Rev. Michael Spotts

senior Minister of Word & Sacraments

Michael learned of Jesus at age ten, through Christian radio. Soon after, his parents came to faith and he was baptized at an Evangelical Free church. He aspired to ministry from an early age and served as a missionary in his late teens. His undergraduate degree is in Biblical Theology.

For ten years, while transitioning into Reformed theology, he owned and operated businesses related to photography and design. In 2017, after earning a Masters of Divinity at Westminster Seminary in California, he was ordained as our Associate Minister. He was made Senior Minister in 2021. Michael also serves as Stated Clerk of Classis Southwest U.S. He and his wife have three children. His other interests include camping, woodwork, and astronomy.

Rev. Chris Smith

Associate Minister of Word & Sacraments

Chris comes from a broadly Evangelical background. He transitioned into Reformed churches in his early twenties before attending seminary. in 2022, he received dual Master of Divinity and Master of Arts degrees from Westminster Seminary California. His an undergraduate degree is in History.