Our Team

Our Team

Elders

The overall ministry at Clear Creek Church is directed by a team of Elders.

In Scripture, the Elders are responsible for the spiritual and shepherding tasks of the congregation (I Timothy 3:1-7; I Peter 5:1-3).
They are under-shepherds to the Chief Shepherd Jesus, Who is the Head of His body, the church (Ephesians 5:23; Colossians 1:18).

The  Elders of Clear Creek seek to support and encourage the mission and vision of the congregation through
teaching, preaching, counseling, leading, directing, and protecting the spiritual health of our church family.
The overall ministry at Clear Creek Church is directed by a team of Elders.

In Scripture, the Elders are responsible for the spiritual and shepherding tasks of the congregation (I Timothy 3:1-7; I Peter 5:1-3).

They are under-shepherds to the Chief Shepherd Jesus, Who is the Head of the His body, the church (Ephesians 5:23; Colossians 1:18).

Therefore, the  Elders of Clear Creek seek to support and encourage the mission and vision of the congregation through teaching, preaching, counseling, leading, directing, and protecting the spiritual health of our church family.

Mark  Armstrong

Elder/Minister of Operations
Mark and Donna Armstrong have been part of Clear Creek since 2015.  They have been married since 1978 and have 3 children, 9 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandson.  They are big Disneyland fans and enjoy going there with their family.

Mark loves to teach the Word, making it clear, understandable, and relevant to life.  He also is gifted in organization and administration.

Donna is a gifted and effective teacher, able to relate to young and old alike.
Mark and Donna Armstrong have been part of Clear Creek for over 6 years.  They have been married since 1978 and have 3 children and 8 grandchildren.  They are big Disneyland fans and enjoy going there with their family.

Mark loves to teach the Word, making it clear, understandable, and relevant to life.  He also is gifted in organization and administration.

Donna is a gifted and effective teacher, able to relate to young and old alike.

Al  Cushway

Elder
Al and Barb Cushway hail from Michigan, having come to Portland to attend Western Seminary.  They have been married 40 years and have 3 grown sons, 3 granddaughters, and 2 grandsons.  They are pet lovers, often fostering dogs in need.

Al’s great passion is the study and teaching of Scripture to equip and encourage God’s people.

Barb ministers faithfully at the Oregon Humane Society, not just to God’s furry creatures, but to the people placed in her path. 
Al and Barb Cushway hail from Michigan, having come to Portland to attend Western Seminary.  They have been married 40 years and have 3 grown sons, 3 granddaughters, and 2 grandsons.  They are pet lovers, often fostering
dogs in need.

Al’s great passion is the study and teaching of Scripture to equip and encourage God’s people.

Barb ministers faithfully at the Oregon Humane Society, not just to God’s furry creatures, but to the people placed
in her path. 

Doug  Sanford

Elder
Doug and Marie met while at Fresno State University and have been married 47 years. They have 2 children, 2 grandsons, and another one on the way.  They enjoy time at the beach and attending live theater.  They have served at Clear Creek in many ministry capacities for over 20 years.

Doug loves in-depth study of God's Word and teaching various books of the Bible, especially End Times Prophecy.

Marie is a retired teacher who is very creative and enjoys arts and crafts.  She has loved serving in women's, youth, and children's ministries both here and on mission trips.
Doug and Marie met while at Fresno State University and have been married 47 years. They have 2 children, 2 grandsons, and another one on the way.  They enjoy time at the beach and attending live theater.  They have served at Clear Creek in many ministry capacities for over 20 years.

Doug loves in-depth study of God's Word and teaching various books of the Bible, especially End Times Prophecy.

Marie is a retired teacher who is very creative and enjoys arts and crafts.  She has loved serving in women's, youth, and children's ministries both here and on mission trips.

Deacons

The purpose of the Deacon’s Ministry is to serve the Lord and His Church by assisting the Pastors/Elders in meeting the spiritual and physical needs of the Church, with a particular emphasis on the physical needs.

The Deacons at Clear Creek Church are volunteer servant leaders who meet the qualifications for the office of Deacon as outlined in I Timothy 2:8-13.

Alex
Matthis

Bill
Lunceford

Doug
Sanford

Josh
Guisinger

Kevin
Hanson

Randy
Souders

Greg
Baurer

 

Ryan
Haddan

Deacon In Training

Deacons

The purpose of the Deacon’s Ministry is to serve the Lord and His Church by assisting the Pastors/Elders in meeting the spiritual and physical needs of the Church, with a particular emphasis on the physical needs.

The Deacons at Clear Creek Church are volunteer servant leaders who meet the qualifications for the office of Deacon as outlined in I Timothy 2:8-13.

Alex
Matthis

Kevin
Hanson

Bill
Lunceford

Randy
Souders

Doug
Sanford

Greg
Bauer

Deacon In Training

Ryan
Haddan

Josh
Guisinger

Staff and Ministry Leaders

Al  Cushway
Adult Education


Donna  Portin
Décor


Nikki  Barone
Safety Team

Barb  Cushway
Women's Ministry
Co-Leader

Doug  Sanford
55 Alive, Ushers,
Member Care,
Deacons

Lindsey  Skones
Children's Ministry

Benjamin  Sadler
Creative Arts Director


Gloria  Jackson
Preschool
Director/Teacher

Mark  Armstrong
Minister of Operations
Community Groups

Carol  Rasmussen
Women's Ministry
Co-Leader

Greg  &  Cheri  Smith
Missions Committee


Randy  Souders
Visitation Team

Donna  Armstrong
Administrative
Assistant,
Youth

Josh  Guisinger
Men's Ministry

Tutti  Souders
Preschool Board Chair

Contact information is available in the church directory or from the church office.