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Email elders@crosspte.org

In addition to the biblically mandated charge of diligently keeping the church anchored to the Word of God and growing in the Holy Spirit, the elders are responsible for holding the senior pastor accountable to the guiding principles under the Accountable Leadership organizational structure.

One of the highest priorities of our elders is prayer. Prayer is the lifeblood of the church. Nothing is more important than an effective prayer life founded upon the truth of God’s word. Prayer without truth is worthless. Knowing the word without a relationship with God that is evident by an active prayer life is incomplete. If an elder cannot be faithful in this fundamental issue, the church will have no power.

The authority rests with the elder board alone, not individuals. The elder chairman sets the agenda and runs the meetings but all elders are equal.

Scott Edwards, Chairman
Wife: April, Children: Jake, Zachary, & Katterli

I became an elder in December 2008 after serving as a deacon for two and a half years. One of my passions is Christian Apologetics balanced with grace and the heart. I enjoy camping with my family and friends and marveling at the wonder of God's creation. April and I lead the young marrieds adult small group and I maintain the CrossPointe website.

   
Dan Ryan, Vice-Chairman
Wife: Jackie, Children: DJ & Sean

I started as an elder in January 2004. My personal passion is to know Christ and to help others to know Him better through prayer, the Bible, others, and through life experiences. My favorite past time is bike riding.

   
Don Milam, Secretary
Wife: Betty, 4 Children & 11 Grandchildren

I became as an elder in March of 2008. At this stage in our lives, we have a common desire to be alert to the leading of God’s Spirit and willing to follow it wherever it takes us. Our goal is that others might find Jesus reflected in our everyday actions and speech. My interests include computer assisted studies and working in all areas of building construction and repair.

   
Rick Melick, Senior Pastor
Wife: Joy, Sons: Richard & Nathan

I began as Senior Pastor and on the elder board in April 2006. Instead of withdrawing from the surrounding culture, I will penetrate it and seek to be an articulate voice speaking out for Jesus Christ in the marketplace of ideas. I want to be involved in building an authentic Christian community. I will speak the language of today's culture to people who don't necessarily fit the mold of the traditional church. I am committed to being real. My life is not perfect, but I believe the Gospel will show through the cracks. I am determined to be relevant by facing issues that matter to the people who I am trying to reach. I will become a student of the culture - ridding myself of unnecessary tradition and spiritual jargon. I will meet those who do not know Christ, where they are, moving them to the power of the cross. I love to hike, workout, run, and play golf.


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