Steve Patzia serves as our Teaching Pastor and, in addition to teaching on Sundays and throughout the week, he also oversees much of our Adult Education program, which includes Men's Ministries, Sunday School, and Young Adult Ministry. Steve is also the primary pastor over our Care Ministry Teams. Steve and his wife Peggy have been married for 10 years and are the parents of two children. Steve enjoys spending time with family, reading, and participating in a number of sports (including golf and basketball). Steve came to Cherry Hills in 2002 and loves serving Christ together with this amazing church.

Larry Crane came to Cherry Hills in 1999. He is a veteran of over 20 years in church ministry having served as pastor, associate pastor, and youth pastor before coming to Cherry Hills. Pastor Larry’s creative and innovative leadership bring a fresh perspective to children’s and educational ministries. Pastor Larry has a heart to share the love of Jesus with families and to let children know that Jesus has a place for them on God’s team. Pastor Larry and his wife Kathy have three children.

Brian Schwarberg is our Worship Arts Pastor having joined the Cherry Hills staff in 2006. He leads the planning of our worship services and oversees all Worship Arts ministries. In addition to these duties, Brian heads up our newly-formed Life Groups. Brian and his wife Sara have two children.

Lee Willis, Jr. is the newest member of the Cherry Hills staff joining us in June, 2009. He graduated with a BA in Biblical Studies & Christian Ministry from Oak Hills Christian College in Bemidji, MN. He worked as a youth pastor at Hillcrest Baptist Church from 2002-2007 (Muscatine, IA). Lee has led mission teams to Guatemala, worked with the Boys & Girls Club and was on staff at summer camps. He also plays bass guitar and enjoys camping, playing all sports and video games.