Pastoral Staff
Allan Fuller, Senior Pastor
Allan was born and raised in Edmonton, Canada. After meeting his wife in Kenya, Africa,
he spent nine years at Vineyard Community Church in Cincinnati, OH. At the end of 2005,
God called Allan, Tami and their three kids (Gordon, Martin and Lila) to Phoenix and
Mountain Park.
Favorite.
Movie: A Few Good Men, The Matrix (part I only)
Band: BNL
Hobby: Wrestling with my kids, hockey
Bible Verse: John 10:10
Book: Waking the Dead by John Eldredge
Quote: "One in a million?... So you're saying there's a chance." Lloyd Christmas
Sal Cavarretta - Family Pastor
Sal was raised in Boca Raton, Florida. In high school he met the love of his life, Giovana, and six years later in 1992 they were married. In 1994 they began "a great adventure" to serve Jesus Christ wherever He would desire them to be. They both are very passionate about building a bridge between the local church and the family.They have been blessed with three beautiful children; Tati, Jonathan and Cristina.
Favorite.
movie: All the Rocky's (w/ the exception of #5)
band: Steve Fee, Chris Tomlin
hobby: Watching and playing most any sport, cooking
bible verse: Proverbs 3:5-6
book: Next Generation Leader by Andy Stanley
quote: "It's All Good."
Juno Smalley - Discipleship Pastor
Juno worked at Ford Motor Company (in MI), as well as on a college campus for almost
8 years, before he decided to attend seminary in his mid-30's. He is passionate about
encouraging others to make a difference in the world God has placed them in. Born
and raised in MI, Juno, Bonnie and McKenzie (their 14 year old daughter) moved to
the Valley four years ago.
Favorite.
Artist: Neil Diamond - He's a classic for all generations
Hobby: Gardening - although its much more difficult in AZ than MI, he still enjoys perennial gardening, floating in the pool, and entertaining guests at home.
Bible Verse: Philippians 4: 6 & 7
Book: There are so many ....(just look in his office)
Quote: "The only ones among you who will be truly happy are those of you who have sought and found how to serve."
Mike Reynolds, Student Ministries Pastor
Mike has recently returned to the Phoenix area after living in Washington State
for the past 10 years. He and his wife Kim have four amazing kids. Besides being
a husband and dad, Mike is hopelessly addicted to the game of golf
(playing it, watching it, talking about it, and reading about it). He is
passionate about working with students and believes that they are not just the
"church of tomorrow" they are "the church of today."
Favorite.
Movie: Anchorman
Band: King's X
Hobby: Golf
Bible Verse: Romans 10:9
Book: Messy Spirituality by Mike Yaconelli
Quote: "Poets have been mysteriously silent on the subject of cheese." GK. Chesterton
Greg Battle, Facilities and Sports Pastor
Greg has been part of MPCC from its early years. His call to ministry became evident
during his football playing years as a spokesperson for Athletes in Action Canada.
Greg, along with his lovely wife Anna and four boys Avory, Allante, Anders, and
Adonis, are deeply committed to a Christian lifestyle and giving back to the
community. Greg has been on staff at Mountain Park since 2003.
Favorite.
Movie: Enter the Dragon, Crash
Hobby: Any sport
Bible Verse: Psalm 91
Book: Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren
Quote: "The same thing that makes you laugh will make you cry."
Jonathan Foster, Worship Pastor
Jonathan has been in the valley for 12 years where he has helped plant two churches
with his wife, Johnna and three children (Quincy, Shay and Evan). Jonathan would
really like to be an Arizona Cardinals fan but is waiting one more year to decide. He
blogs at www.theproblemwithreligion.com and some of his music can be accessed at
www.myspace.com/aspenfoster.
Favorite.
Movie: A tie between 'The Passion of the Christ' and 'Nacho Libre'
Band: Too many to list... Stryper?
Hobby: Hanging out with my kids
Bible Verse: Matthew 6:33
Book: Goodnight Moon
Quote: "Everything will be all right in the end. If it's not all right, it's not the end."
Karen Pfander, Missions Pastor
Karen was born in and lived most of her life in California before moving to Arizona
in 2002. She is the proud mother of four children and three awesome grandsons.
Karen is extremely passionate about missions and is an avid reader.
Favorite.
Movie: Princess Bride
Band: The Beach Boys
Hobby: Antique shopping or just looking at old stuff
Bible Verse: Matthew 28:20
Quote: "Try? There is no try. To try is to fail." Yoda
David Swisher, Administrator
Dave was born and raised in Troy, Ohio and graduated from The Ohio State University in
1965. He and Melanie were married in 1964 and have two married daughters and four
grand children. Before working at Mountain Park he spent 18 years in the corporate
world and 18 years as a partner in a printing business. He recommitted his life to
Christ during a week of prayer at Mountain Park in 1993.
Favorite.
Movie: Field of Dreams
Band: Ohio State Marching Band!
Hobby: Watch my grandkids play sports
Bible Verse: Matthew 10:32
Book: You Win With People by Woody Hayes
Quote: "Well, they put their pants on one leg at a time, the same as the rest." Francis Schmidt