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Pastors and Staff (Click on name to jump to bio, picture and email address)
Rev. Stephen Oglesbee,
Senior Pastor and Head of Staff


Steve grew up in western Pennsylvania and Indiana. His father is a Presbyterian pastor and his mother a church musician (both now retired). Steve attended college at Indiana University, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Music and a Minor in Spanish. Steve met Kendra in college; they have been married for 20 years.

Following college Steve served for three years as a full time campus staff member with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. He then attended Princeton Theological Seminary, graduating in 1992. Steve served as an Associate Pastor in Western Colorado then Pastor/Head of Staff of the Center Grove Presbyterian Church in Indiana. He is currently enrolled in the doctor of ministry program at Fuller Theological Seminary.

Steve's E-Mail address is steve@clpc.org

Rev. Dr. Lal Hmingliani Browne,
Interim Associate Pastor for Discipleship & Congregational Care


Please welcome Rev. Dr. Lal Hmingliani ("Hmingi") Browne as our Interim Associate Pastor for Discipleship and Congregational Care. Most recently, Hmingi comes to us from Harvey Browne Memorial Presbyterian Church in Louisville, Kentucky (harveybrowne.org) where she served nine years as Associate Pastor for Spiritual Growth and Nurture.

Hmingi is originally from Myanmar and has studied in India, Korea and the United States. She holds a Masters of Theology from Princeton Theological Seminary and Doctor of Ministry from San Francisco Theological Seminary.

Hmingi's E-Mail address is hmingi@clpc.org

Katrina Pennington,
Youth Director

Katrina, her husband Greg and their children came to CLPC in 1994 through the invitation of a friend. They quickly felt at home and became involved in the life of the church. When their oldest child moved into the youth program, Greg and Katrina became involved as youth volunteers, going on retreats and mission trips, leading small groups and helping in anyway possible. Jordan is now a sophomore in college and Kelsey, a high school sophomore, is active in the youth program.

Katrina received her BA from Baylor University and her Master’s in Christian Education from Golden Gate Seminary. Her vocational background is in Christian education, having served on church staff as the director of children’s education for 6 years at a church in Oklahoma and then as the principal of a local Christian school for 9 years. In 2001, Katrina was asked to serve as the director of student ministries at the church and she happily accepted the position. Jeremiah 29:11 is her favorite verse because it is a reminder of God’s faithfulness and that His plans for us, though sometimes surprising, are always better than our own plans.
Katrina's E-Mail address is katrina@clpc.org

 

Dr. David Stocker Dr David Stocker,
Chancel Choir Director

David is the former Director of Choirs and Professor of Choral Music at Arizona State University where he conducted the Concert Choir, taught graduate courses in conducting, choral literature, rehearsal techniques, and seminars in music education.

Stocker received his PhD degree from Northwestern University and taught at several universities before assuming his duties at ASU in 1978. His ensembles have premiered major works with orchestra; he has performed nationally and in Europe, and has made presentations at various international conferences (Poland, Estonia, Russia, and Greece). Additionally, Stocker has been a panelist and advisor for international music festivals in Saudi Arabia, Great Britain, Bulgaria, Russia, Greece, and Hong Kong. He has been active as a guest conductor and adjudicator in over 300 clinics, honor choirs, and All-State choirs across the country.

David has almost 200 compositions and arrangements in print and contributes historical editions to a wide variety of school, community, and church ensembles. He has three "Backpack" operas published by E. C. Schirmer which are listed in their extensive opera catalogue. He is published by 12 major publishing houses and he holds the position of Editorial Associate with the ACDA Choral Journal.
David's E-Mail address is david@clpc.org

 

Robert Ashley,
Saturday Night Worship Leader

Robert is an amazing guitarist and musician. He’s been a worship leader for over 15 years, and has trained many others to be worship leaders as well. He is excited about working with our worship teams and other interested musicians. He has played with many famous Christian musicians, and he has played with many up and coming musicians as well.

 

Dee Ward
Director - Early Childhood Program (Preschool & Mothers' Day Out)

A lifelong educator dedicated especially to young children, Dee is thoroughly committed to providing a loving, welcoming place for the children and families who enter the Dayschool’s doors. After earning her education degree in Illinois, Dee soon relocated to Houston and has lived here twenty-nine years. Originally teaching Kindergarten for the Dayschool 15 years ago, Dee transitioned to Assistant Director and is now Director, continuing the tradition of offering an excellent early childhood program, coupled with retaining loving, experienced teachers in a beautiful new facility which opened in Fall 2005. Besides her sincere passion to create a loving, welcoming atmosphere for children and families, Dee adores her own three kids and especially her four grandchildren!
Dee's E-mail address is
dee@clpc.org
Shannan McFarlane
Interim Director - Children & Family Ministries

Shannan is picking up where Kim left off and will be working part-time, mainly from home. Shannan's E-mail address is
s.mcfarlane@earthlink.net
Denise Christensen
Assistant Director, Early Childhood Program (Preschool & Mothers' Day Out)

Denise's E-mail address is
denise@clpc.org
Bennie Sidman
Childcare Coordinator

A longtime Texas resident, “Miss Bennie” is adored by children and parents alike. Fueled by her love for children and families, Bennie has brought a new level of dedication and warmth to our families with the youngest children. All that love comes from great beginnings, as Bennie and her husband Jud were married at CLPC and have four equally dedicated children (Courtney, Lacey, Ross and Jill). Bennie shares her success in the nursery with her family, and you may see them all contributing their time and talent in the program. Bennie has been involved in the Children’s Ministry program over 17 years as Sunday School teacher, Childcare Coordinator and teacher for the 2 year old Dayschool class.
Bennie's E-mail address is
DOULYN2@aol.com
Carol Jordan
Operations and HR Administrator

Carol, who has a Masters in Educational Administration, and is a retired CCISD school teacher, began working for CLPC in 2006 as an Assistant to the Music and Arts Director. Since then, she has filled in for various positions within the office staff including payroll and deposits clerk, and interim Facilities Coordinator. Carol has two college-age children, T. J. and Laura, and she lives in Friendswood.
Carol's email is
carol@clpc.org
Jared Simmons
Facilities Manager

Jared is a graduate of California State University of Los Angeles, but is originally from Austin, TX. He worked for several years in a church facilities role in California but is now glad to be working in such a beautiful Texas church. He also has experience as an Emergency Medical Technician. He and his wife Carissa are excited about the recent move to the Lone Star State and are eager to call Houston home. Jared oversees all event scheduling at CLPC and is part of the Building and Grounds committee.
Jared's email is
jared@clpc.org
Karen Siu Montalvo
Executive Administrative Assistant

Welcome to the newest addition to our staff along with her husband Noe and 3-year old daughter, Jasmine. Karen was born in New York City, but moved to Houston in the Fall of 1990. She attended University of Houston, where she has been on leadership with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. She is a Clear Lake High School Alumni. Karen is currently a member at Clear Lake Chinese Church and recently became a resident of Pasadena. She enjoys decorating her house and spending time with her family every chance that she can get.

Karen also is responsible the newsletter Currents and Fridgenotes submissions. Karen's email is karen@clpc.org

Patti Wooten
Sr. Adult Program Coordinator

patti@clpc.org
Jeannie Stone
Accountant, Pledges, Contributions & Finances

Jeannie has served CLPC as the church Accountant since February 2000. She handles, records, and reconciles all of the CLPC financial transactions to prepare the monthly and year-end Financial Statements, maintains contribution records and pledges, memorials, and employee benefits. Jeannie and her husband, Terry, are active members at CLPC, both have served as Deacons, both teach Sunday School classes, and Terry is an elder. They both enjoy playing tennis, traveling, and spending time with their children Adam, Ashlee, Jason, and new grandson baby Jackson Bryant Fisher! Jeannie's email is
jeannie@clpc.org.
Anne Bradley
Worship Administrative Assistant

Anne has been a member of CLPC since 1994 and has been involved with the Children's Choirs and Handbell Choir during that time. She is excited to be a part of the Music Department on a part time basis. She and her husband Joe have been married for 20 yrs. and have three children - Julia, Laura and Daniel. You may contact Anne at ext. 316 or
anne@clpc.org.
Jamaal Bachelor
Communications Administrative Assistant

Jamaal's email is
jamaal@clpc.org.
Linda Fouty
Membership Administrative Assistant

Linda's email is
linda@clpc.org.
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Kari Euker
Wedding Coordinator

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