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Staff@North
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Larry Anderson, Senior Pastor
Larry came to faith in Christ at his father’s church when he was 5 years old. Before joining the North Bible Church family in December 2004, he served on the Young Life Staff for nearly 30 years in Arizona and California as Area Director, Regional Director, and Senior Vice President. Larry’s undergrad studies were at ASU; he earned his M.A. in Theology and Doctor of Ministry degrees from Fuller Theological Seminary. Larry served as the Interim Senior Pastor for Scottsdale Bible Church and the Interim Executive Pastor there along with his duties at North Bible for four years. He loves his role at North Bible Church and the family here. He is very proud of the staff and knows that effective ministry requires a strong team. Larry and his wife Gina have three sons-Caleb (Hilary), Josh (Kimberly), and Aaron, and three grandchildren, Lucy, J.T., and Eli, with the newest addition coming soon. |
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Dianne Robinson, Minister of Worship and Arts
Dianne was 12 when she first heard the message of the gospel and committed her life to Christ. She was discipled through Navigators at Oklahoma State University where she majored in business administration and met her husband of 33 years, Brent Robinson. Dianne began studying piano at age 8, and taught piano privately for several years before studying organ. She received a BA in music from Cameron University in 1993, with emphasis in keyboard and composition. Before coming to Arizona, Dianne worked as a church organist, accompanist for the University of Texas El Paso and as a high school choral director. She has been on staff with SBC and North Bible church for 12 years and currently serves as Minister of Worship Arts at North. Dianne and Brent have three married children, daughter Jamie (Glenn), son Blake (Alison) and son Lance (Amanda), one grandson, Fischer, and 2 more on the way in 2010!
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Jeff Thibault, Minister of Marriage and Family
Jeff grew up here in the valley and made a commitment to Christ in Young Life during high school. He was on the Young Life Staff for 20 years in Scottsdale, Salinas California, Flagstaff and Chandler. Jeff spent two years working with Dr. John Trent's StrongFamilies serving as the Director of Operations where he helped Dr. Trent develop tools to equip parents to be more intentional about passing their faith on to their children. Jeff continues to work with Dr. Trent in helping churches around the country implement these tools as he leads the Marriage and Family Ministry here at North. Jeff did his undergraduate studies at Grand Canyon University and has a Masters degree in Christian Leadership from Fuller Theological Seminary. Jeff and his wife Debbie have four children- Ashley, Austin, Ryan and Claire. |
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Wes Buchanan, Pastor of Students
Wes came to Christ in his father’s ministry at the age of 6. He grew up in Kansas, Indiana and Maryland. He graduated from MVNU (in Ohio) with a Christian Education degree and received his Master of Arts in Biblical Leadership from Phoenix Seminary. He received his Ordination from Scottsdale Bible Church in December of '08. Wes has been married to Kristen for 7 years and they have two children, Cassidy and Brycen. Their family has been involved with this ‘North’ church family since it started in 2003. Wes likes to play sports, hike, hang out over a coffee and watch movies. |
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Sheree Campbell, Director of KidzStuf
Sheree grew up in a Christian home, and when she was 10 years old she accepted Christ into her life. Prior to working part-time at North Bible Church in 2003, Sheree was a stay-at-home mom, and also spent a lot of time volunteering at Scottsdale Bible Church, her boy's schools, and in the community. She has a B.S. in Business Administration from Grand Canyon University. Sheree is responsible for a 45 minute weekly production for parents and kids, called KidzStuf. This shared experience is filled with high energy music, drama, interaction, Bible Story and of course FUN! Sheree and Buddy have three boys, Tyler, Preston, and Davis. She loves to plan parties and laugh out loud. |
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Melissa Carey, Director of KidzPlace Preschool & Treehouse
Melissa was blessed by a mom and grandparents that faithfully took her to church, and modeled Christ to her. She made a personal decision for Christ at the age of 15 as she read and prayed over Psalm 139. God has given her a passion for kids, and she has been serving them for over 12 years. Melissa oversees and cares for North Bible Church’s Sunday morning preschool children (19 months – 5 years) and the many ministry partners that serve them. She also coordinates the Treehouse Production where kids learn the meaning of worship, as the Bible comes alive through drama, music, singing, and dance. Melissa and her husband Craig have been married for 15 years, and have been blessed with two beautiful daughters… Kirsten and Kelley, and a German shepherd named Coda. |
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Kirsten Snarey, Director of Grade School and Women’s Ministry
Kirsten accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at age 5. She grew up in a Godly home with a rich heritage of ministry. She began working with junior high students in the youth group when she was in high school and has had the opportunity to be in ministry in one form or another ever since. Prior to coming to North Bible Church, Kirsten had worked in the financial industry as a bank branch manager and mortgage loan officer. As director, she oversees the women's Bible studies and small groups, special events and mentoring. She and her husband, Scott, have been married for 18 years and have two children, Janelle and Austin. |
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Sharon Smith, Assistant to Senior Pastor and Worship Arts
Sharon came to know the Lord in 1967 at her church in Portland, Oregon. As a child she moved around a great deal with her family and one of the first things they did as a family was to find a church home where they could grow, serve, and be accountable to other Christians. That remains true today with her husband, Benn, and their two daughters, Becca and Rachel. With a BA in Human Development and a Multiple Subject Credential from Cal State Long Beach, her main area of service at church and in the community has been with children, with music a close second. As a young mom she was very involved with MOPS leadership and has been part of a variety of women’s Bible studies. Sharon has served as the administrative assistant and gate keeper for the North staff and family – a job she loves as it is all about the people and being organized! |
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Tina Stephens, Assistant to Marriage & Family/IT
Tina gave her life to Christ at the age of 25, after some friends invited her to a Bible study. Prior to working at North Bible, she ran a small photography & web design business from home and spent a lot of time volunteering at church. God has given her a love for people, and a passion for graphic arts. She will be working on some of the technical aspects of KidzStuf and the North Bible Church web site, and supporting the Marriage & Family ministry. She and her husband, Kirk, have been married for 19 years and they adopted 2 children in 2008. Tina enjoys, photography, camping, and hiking, especially in the National Parks. |
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