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While many contribute to the working of Community Christian Church and its ministries, there is a small staff who keep us on track and organized.

Pastoral Staff

Pastor Dave

Senior Pastor
Pastor Dave Hedgepeth received his call to full-time ministry in eighth grade, but God had to do a lot of work on him before he really claimed that call. Contact Pastor Dave Office Phone: 520.682.4201 Mobile Phone: 520.665.1545 
Email: pastor@cccmarana.org

Pastor Ignacio

Pastoral Assistant
Pastor Nacho is our church’s Pastoral Assistant.  He graduated from Lexington Theological Seminary in 2020, with a “Certificate in Hispanic Ministries.”  He works full time for “Caring Ministries,” and with their support he leads a monthly food outreach from our church on the third Saturday of the month – volunteers welcome! He has a heart for evangelism, and engages in a variety of ministries in and through our congregation, including preaching and pastoral care.  For fun, he loves to hunt and fish with his family. 
Contact Pastor Ignacio: 520.301.6159

Ministry Staff

Elizabeth Watts

Chair of our Elders
As Chair of our Elders, Elizabeth leads our Elders in helping our Pastors engage our congregation in our five purposes. Our Elders are also responsible for helping to teach, pray with and for, and lead our congregation. Our Elders are elected by the congregation annually, and the chairperson is chosen by the Elders.
 Contact Elizabeth: 520.682.4201

Paula Lee

Chairperson of our Deacons
As Chairperson of our Deacons. The Deacons are responsible for greeting people who come to worship, collecting the offerings, and serving and cleaning up communion. Deacons are elected by the congregation annually, and the chairperson is chosen by the Deacons. Paula also teaches Sunday school class for preschool and Kindergarten, as well as runs the Nursery.  Contact Paula: 520.682.4201

Kim Blankinship

Outreach Center Coordinator
Kim, with the help of Frank and many other volunteers, runs the outreach center. The care and compassion she shows for the people of Marana and Avra Valley make Kim one in a million. We are lucky to have her. Contact: outreach@cccmarana.org

Geri Laing

Audio/Visual Lead
Geri is the Audio/Visual Lead. She is responsible for the look and sound of our service, and works closely with both the pastors and music team each week to ensure that things run smoothly and sound great. 
Contact Geri: av@cccmarana.org 

Nathaniel Privratsky

High School Youth Leader
Nathaniel here, I recently assumed the role of property coordinator for Community Christian Church of Marana in November 2023. I also began volunteering with the High School youth class around the same time. In December 2023, I was entrusted with the leadership of the youth class, which was a significant opportunity that I embraced with faith.

Aside from my involvement with the property and High School Youth, I actively participate in leading the Prayer Knot & Bible Study sessions on most Thursday nights. Additionally, I am responsible for maintaining our website and app, with the support of a dedicated team.

Having been a part of Community Christian Church of Marana for approximately 11 years, I deeply value the sense of family that has developed among the congregation.

 In June 2019, I was baptized by our lead Pastor, Dave Hedgepeth, an experience that further solidified my connection to this church community and to following Jesus Christ. It is truly a privilege to contribute to the spiritual growth of both our youth and adults, guiding them towards a closer relationship with Christ.

Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any inquiries; I am committed to offering assistance or directing you to the appropriate resources.

God Bless,
Nathaniel Privratsky

Administrative Staff

Alisha Hawley

Preschool Director
Alisha is our Preschool Director. Our Community Christian Preschool is owned and operated by our church. It runs Mondays thru Fridays, 6 a.m-6 p.m., with exceptionally good care, solid teaching, and reasonable prices. See their site for more information. Contact Alisha: 520.682.4201 
www.communitychristianpreschool.com

Patti Egleston

Office Manager
Patti serves as our Office Manager. She coordinates office staffing, helps ministries leaders create and duplicate materials, and conducts church business. 
Contact Patti: 520.682.4201
office@cccmarana.org