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Dave
Abbatacola - Senior Pastor
Dave
joined the GCCC family the fall of 2004 after a several month
search process. The Abbatacolas are originally from Illinois
and had been serving at Grace Fellowship Church in Lansing.
David first served as a youth pastor and became the senior pastor
at GFC in 1998. David attended Trinity Evangelical for his undergraduate
and has his Masters from Moody Bible College. He has also been
a featured speaker for other churches and camps. To those in
Gold Canyon, Dave says: "The
Abbatacola family is looking forward to worshipping with you
and serving alongside you!" Dave
is supported by his wife Jill and his four children, Jake, Jeremy,
Adam and Emily. |
Dave & Jill Abbatacola |
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Kris
Watanabe - Youth/Children's Pastor
Kris joined GCCC in 2006 after attending for over five years. Kris grew up in sunny southern
California and moved to Arizona almost ten years ago with
his wife Tracy. The Watanabes have attended Gold Canyon Community
Church since it started in 2000. In 2002, they sold their
house to move closer to church so they could be more involved.
Kris and Tracy have been married for over ten years and have
two children, ages five and one. Tracy is a school teacher
at Peralta Trail. Kris enjoys spending time with family, friends,
his community, and youth. His interests include extreme sports,
consumer reports, and mint chip ice cream. He looks forward
to serving the youth at GCCC full time. |
The Watanabes:
Tracy, Ethan, Kris and Emma |
Ray Berry - Interim Worship Leader
Welcome Ray Berry, GCCC's interim worship leader. Ray and his wife Chris have lived in the Valley over five years and have served at numerous churches. They have four sons: Colton, Derek, Dylan, and Nate. Ray has an extensive background in the music industry, including concert booking, recording and professional audio installations. He is the owner of Affinity Productions, Inc.
Be sure to say "Hi" to Ray as he joins GCCC in December.
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Ray and his wife Chris |
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Bill
Peppel - Office Manager
Bill Peppel
is Gold Canyon Community Church's office manager, handling
everything from phone calls to the bulletins to cleaning!
He serves faithfully and with excellence, and has a true eye
for detail. Excelling in the administrative areas, Bill has
been a blessing to Dave, Chris and the church since coming
on-board last year.
Bill is originally from Minnesota and moved to Gold Canyon
a few years ago. He has extensive background in business and
administration.
Be sure to visit the church
office to say "Hi!" and enjoy one of the many treats
Bill always stocks in our candy bowl! |
Bill Peppel |
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