Staff.

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Shay Brunderman - Bookkeeper

Shay and her husband, John, moved to Centerville in October 2018 and began attending CCF that December.  They have 3 adult sons, Eric, Adam, and Jesse.  After a stint in the Air Force, and a long career in Government Finance as a Civil Servant, Shay is thoroughly enjoying retired life and loving being in the Midwest.  While serving this great nation in different capacities, she has been blessed to live in, and travel to, many amazing places around the world experiencing so much of God's wondrous creation.  Shay loves to cook, entertain, craft, and spend time with her precious family and friends.  Her favorite book of the Bible is the Gospel of John.

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CJ Burnett - Treasurer

CJ and his wife Kayla have been attending CCF since 2018 and have one son: Cole. CJ completed his undergraduate degree at Cedarville University in 2011 and earned his CPA in 2013. He currently serves as the Controller for Compass Mining. CJ enjoys spending time with his family and some hobbies including investing, weightlifting, and watching basketball and football. His favorite Scripture passage is Ephesians 2:1-10.
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Marie Cargill - Children’s Ministry Director

Marie has been serving in leadership with the CCF Children's Ministry since the summer of 2016. Marie and her husband, Clint, started attending CCF in February 2015 and have two children: Caleb and Caitlyn. She earned her B.A. in Early Childhood Education and Christianity from Houston Baptist University. Marie is originally from Asheboro, North Carolina and enjoys watching movies, reading, and going on hikes. She enjoys Ben and Jerry’s Phish Food and books by Dr. Seuss, William Faulkner, and Biblical authors. Her favorite Scripture verse is Deuteronomy 31:8.

Rebekah Davis - Office Administrator

Rebekah began attending CCF with her family in August of 2012. She enjoys living life alongside Mike, her high school sweetheart and husband of 27 years. They have four daughters: Rachel, Shannon, Carolyn, and Abby. Rebekah graduated from Purdue University with a BA in Linguistics. Rebekah appreciates how gifted storytellers can make biblical truths come alive. Her favorite book is Till We Have Faces, by C.S. Lewis. In addition to thoughtful stories, she enjoys perfectly ripe homegrown tomatoes, spin class, and her favorite campsite on Lake Superior. Currently, her favorite verses are Hebrews 12:1-2.

Kate Flaum - Assistant Children’s Ministry Director

Kate joined the Children’s Ministry leadership team in July of 2019. Kate and her husband, Nathan, have attended CCF since 2006. They have two daughters, Kenzie and Addison. She has a B.S. in Early Childhood Education from Malone College (now University). Kate enjoys spending time with her family, reading, creating digital photo books, and anything related to coffee & chocolate. Her favorite book of the Bible is Ephesians.


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Taylor Ivester - Associate Pastor (Mobilization)

Taylor Ivester is the Associate Pastor of Mobilization at CCF and joined the team in July 2021.  He is married to Michele Ivester.  They have one daughter, Isabella "Bella" Marie Ivester, born in July of 2021.  Taylor has bachelor degrees in Exercise Science and Nursing from Appalachian State University and UNC-Chapel Hill.  He is currently pursuing an MDiv at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.  Taylor is from Pfafftown, NC and enjoys spending time with his bride and good friends, all things sports, exercise, learning about new cultures, hunting, fishing, and hiking.  Jim Elliot, a missionary martyr who served in Ecuador, has had a significant influence on his life and ministry.  Taylor also enjoys listening to and reading Matt Chandler, Paul David Tripp, and Danny Akin. 

Jake LaCroix - Pastoral Assistant

Jake LaCroix joined the team in 2022 as a Youth Ministry Assistant before becoming the Assistant to the Lead Pastor in 2023. He and his wife, Erin, have been married since 2022. Jake is originally from Dallas, Texas, and loves coffee, reading good books, visiting national parks, and going on walks with his wife. He has a Bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies from Cedarville University and has a heart for Student Ministry. Jake has been greatly influenced by pastors and writers such as Ray Ortlund, John Bunyan, John Owen, and Andrew Peterson. His favorite verse is Romans 8:1.  

Nick Rodgers - Associate Pastor (Family Ministry)

Nick Rodgers is the Family Ministry Pastor at CCF and joined our team in October 2014. He is married to Bethany and they have three children: Aaron, Andrew and Asher. Nick has a B.F.A. in Art Education and Painting from Tennessee Technological University. He is currently pursuing an MDiv at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Nick is originally from Cookeville, Tennessee and enjoys painting, playing and listening to worship music, playing the drums, ultimate frisbee & video games. He loves Mexican food and reading books by John Piper, Matt Chandler, & Charles Spurgeon. Nick has a passion for cultivating relationships with youth and walking with them through their spiritual growth and maturity in Christ. His favorite Scripture passage is 1 Peter 1:3-12.
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Nick Rundlett - Associate Pastor (Equipping)

Nick Rundlett joined the CCF team in September 2017 as Associate Pastor. He and his wife, Joyce, have been married since 2008 and they have four kids, Noah, James, Grace and Luke. Nick grew up in Michigan and loves all things Michigan, including Detroit sports teams and the University of Michigan. Nick has a Bachelor's Degree in Bible from Clarks Summit University and a Master's Degree in Church Ministry from Shepherds Theological Seminary. He is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Biblical Counseling from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Nick enjoys running, reading, and spending time with his wife and kids. He has been greatly influenced by pastors and writers such as Charles Spurgeon, Paul David Tripp, Jonathan Edwards and J.I. Packer. 

Erik Spohr - Lead Pastor

In January 2011 Erik Spohr became the Lead Pastor of CCF where he provides primary leadership in the areas of preaching/teaching, theological direction, and leading the CCF ministry team. Next to following Jesus, his greatest joy is being married to his wife, Tara, and raising their four children (two sons and two daughters). 
Originally from Michigan, Erik holds a bachelors degree in Biblical Studies & Pastoral Leadership (Cincinnati Christian University), a masters degree in Theological Studies (Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary), and is currently completing a doctorate in Applied Theology (The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary).   When time permits Erik enjoys cycling, woodworking, and travel.

Matt Thornburg - Associate Pastor (Worship & Operations)

Matt has led musical worship at CCF since joining in April 2015. In November 2022 he joined staff in a full-time role as the Associate Pastor of Worship & Operations. He has a B.A in Music and a minor in Church Music from Cedarville University. He also spent 17 years in the corporate world with 7 of those years in Operations Management before joining the staff full-time. He is married to Jody and they have two children: Beck and Ridge. Matt is originally from Urbana, Ohio and now resides in Bellbrook. He enjoys spending time with his family, reading, coffee, and Reds baseball. Some of his favorite authors include JI Packer and Michael Reeves. One of his favorite Scripture passages is Romans 11:33-36.