Our Staff
In the New Testament days, a team concept of leadership was established to give direction to the church. We believe this team leadership is biblical, and a plurality of elders have been established to provide us with spiritual guidance and loving care. In addition, deacons and pastors are also a part of our leadership team giving support in various areas.
Chuck Evans, Co-Senior Pastor
Profile
He and his wife, Sarah live in Eagletown and have three grown children, and four grandchildren.
Brief History
Chuck became a Christian in 1970, out of the Hippie Movement. He and his wife, Sarah, came to Eagletown in 1976 to establish the Church of Praise. They have three grown children and five grandchildren. Chuck spends his spare time spoiling his grandchildren.
Books I Recommend
The Shack Dickens' David Copperfield Phillip Yancey's Disappointment with God The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt
My Personal Hero (besides Jesus)
My wife, Sarah
My Favorite Vacation
To visit England, Wales, Scotland
Best Movie Ever
Les Miserables
Describe Yourself in Three Words
Looking for transcendance
My Favorite Team to Cheer for
Indianapolis Colts
My Favorite Book of the Bible
John
Favorite Sport to Watch
Football
My First Pet was
Bonnie, a wired-hair fox terrier
Best Advice I ever Received
Not to take myself overly seriously
Food I cannot Live Without
Popcorn
If I Could Do a Hobby for a Living it Would Be...
Art and antiques
My Favorite Things About the Church of Praise
The People - sincere & genuine
Mark Spaulding, Co-Senior Pastor
Profile
He and his wife, Pat, live in Carmel, IN and have four grown children
Brief History
Mark grew up on a farm in northern Indiana. When he was 12 years old, he became a Christian during a revival meeting, and eventually became the pastor of the church he grew up in. He also farmed for 25 years. Mark married his high school sweetheart, Pat, and they have four grown children. Mark and Pat have served through many short term missions trips.
Books I Recommend
The Shack and John Eldridge Books
My Personal Hero (besides Jesus)
Jack Terry
My Favorite Vacation
2 months in Florida
Best Movie Ever
Fireproof
Describe Yourself in Three Words
Friendly and Caring...and I can't count.
My Favorite Team to Cheer for
Indianapolis Colts
My Favorite Book of the Bible
Ephesians
Favorite Sport to Watch
NASCAR racing
My First Pet was
my dog
Best Advice I ever Received
Be quiet and listen
Food I cannot Live Without
Potato Chips
If I Could Do a Hobby for a Living it Would Be...
Golf
My Favorite Things About the Church of Praise
Family atmosphere, love and support from the people. Loves the freedom of the praise and that the Word can be preached.
ProfileHe and his wife, Sarah live in Eagletown and have three grown children, and four grandchildren.
Brief History
Chuck became a Christian in 1970, out of the Hippie Movement. He and his wife, Sarah, came to Eagletown in 1976 to establish the Church of Praise. They have three grown children and five grandchildren. Chuck spends his spare time spoiling his grandchildren.
Books I Recommend
The Shack Dickens' David Copperfield Phillip Yancey's Disappointment with God The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt
My Personal Hero (besides Jesus)
My wife, Sarah
My Favorite Vacation
To visit England, Wales, Scotland
Best Movie Ever
Les Miserables
Describe Yourself in Three Words
Looking for transcendance
My Favorite Team to Cheer for
Indianapolis Colts
My Favorite Book of the Bible
John
Favorite Sport to Watch
Football
My First Pet was
Bonnie, a wired-hair fox terrier
Best Advice I ever Received
Not to take myself overly seriously
Food I cannot Live Without
Popcorn
If I Could Do a Hobby for a Living it Would Be...
Art and antiques
My Favorite Things About the Church of Praise
The People - sincere & genuine
ProfileHe and his wife, Pat, live in Carmel, IN and have four grown children
Brief History
Mark grew up on a farm in northern Indiana. When he was 12 years old, he became a Christian during a revival meeting, and eventually became the pastor of the church he grew up in. He also farmed for 25 years. Mark married his high school sweetheart, Pat, and they have four grown children. Mark and Pat have served through many short term missions trips.
Books I Recommend
The Shack and John Eldridge Books
My Personal Hero (besides Jesus)
Jack Terry
My Favorite Vacation
2 months in Florida
Best Movie Ever
Fireproof
Describe Yourself in Three Words
Friendly and Caring...and I can't count.
My Favorite Team to Cheer for
Indianapolis Colts
My Favorite Book of the Bible
Ephesians
Favorite Sport to Watch
NASCAR racing
My First Pet was
my dog
Best Advice I ever Received
Be quiet and listen
Food I cannot Live Without
Potato Chips
If I Could Do a Hobby for a Living it Would Be...
Golf
My Favorite Things About the Church of Praise
Family atmosphere, love and support from the people. Loves the freedom of the praise and that the Word can be preached.
Elders
• Chuck Evans
• Mark Spaulding
• Jim Farmer
• Rob Evans
Deacons
• Jack Epp
• Mark McDonald
• Marvin Brannaka
• Jim Elliot
• John Allee
• Pat Spaulding
• Curt Epp
Pastors
• Chuck Evans
• Mark Spaulding
• John Allee
• Dan Klingensmith
• Josh Schreiner
• Randi Schreiner
• Bob Mann
Teachers
• John Potts
• Betsy Potts
Administrative Staff
• Jill Robinson
