Pastoral Staff


Dale Hopely, Senior Pastor
dhopely@churchatlitchfieldpark.org

Jim Butler, Executive Pastor 
jbutler@churchatlitchfieldpark.org

Judson Souers , Pastor Emeritus
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Church Staff 

Brenda Morgan , Office Manager

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Patty Helm , Office Staff
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Janene Van Leeuwen , Children & Youth Ministries
JVanLeeuwen @churchatlitchfieldpark.org

Chris Benoit, Nursery Coordinator
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Alberto Hernandez, Facilities
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William Gorton, Chancel Choir Director
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Mona McCash, Organist
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Amy Burns, Contemporary
Music Director
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Dale Hopely, Senior Pastor


Pastor Dale Hopely leads the staff of the Church at Litchfield Park in support of the congregation in worship and as followers of Jesus Christ.   He provides leadership and direction to all of the Church staff in support of the ministries of the Church.


Jim Butler, Executive Pastor of Ministerial Support


Jim joined The Church at Litchfield Park in January, 2009.   He will be working closely with Dale to provide leadership in the areas of Christian Education and Administrative support.    Jim will also work with Dale to support all of the ministries of the Church. 


Jud Souers, Pastor Emeritus


Jud Souers is a long time member of the Church and served as our Pastor for over 20 years.   Since his retirement, Jud has continued to serve the Church by filling the pulpit occasionally when needed. 




 


Church Office Staff,

Brenda Morgan, Office Manager


Brenda loves Mexican food, especially made with fresh, roasted New Mexico chile, and anything chocolate.   She enjoys watching the AZ Diamondbacks and the Phoenix Suns, reading, and spending time with family and friends.




Church Office Staff,

Patty Helm, Administrative Assistant

Patty enjoys her family consisting of husband Jay, sons Fred and Dave (and families) as well as 5 grown grandchildren and dog Lucy. She enjoys Italian food, Mexican food and belongs to a group of friends who meet to try different restaurants. Patty loves to travel, read and knit. She would like to learn to play a musical instrument.



Education Staff

Janene Van Leeuwen,Children & Youth Ministry Director

Janene recently joined our Church staff and is quickly becoming active in developing programs for both the children and youth programs. After moving to Goodyer, Janene taught technology to K-8 students for six years and served as Community Outreach Coordinator and Public Information Officer for four years.
When away from work, Janene enjoys playing the piano, composing music and spending time with her family and three miniature pinschers.


Chris Benoit, Nursery Leader


Chris says her favorite food is Mexican chile rellenos.   She enjoys gardening, working with young children, and supporting her son who is serving in the Marines.  


William Gorton

Traditional Music Director


William currently serves as the Traditional Music Director, his primary responsibility being the direction of the Chancel Choir. He is also pursuing the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Choral Conducting at ASU.


Music Staff

Mona McCash, Traditional Service Organist


Mona provides beautiful organ music in our Traditional Service each week.   She enjoys each summer in Texas visiting with family and friends.


Alberto Hernandez
Custodial Staff


Alberto recently joined the staff at the Church. You will find him working constantly to keep the Church campus clean and looking nice. Alberto is very friendly and willing to help anyone who asks.