Pastoral Staff
Darold Bigger - Interim Lead Pastor
Albert Handal - Administrative Pastor
Sam Smith - Children and Youth Pastor
Ministry Leaders
Cortney Needham- Head Elder
Tim Ruybalid - Music Director
Betsy Claridge - Head Deaconess
Ed Tillotson - Head Deacon
Chris Drake - Broadcast Ministry Director
Larry Aamodt - Audio/Visual Committee
Rudy Scott - Pathfinders Director
Church Officers List
Office & Facility Staff
Joylene Bennett - Treasurer
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Shauna Gifford - Office Manager
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Heather Lee - Church Clerk
Albert Nejib Handal
Administrative Pastor
Albert comes to his role with a background primarily in youth, young adult, and campus ministry. Serving most recently as Lead Chaplain for Walla Walla University for eight years, Albert previously served congregations as an associate and senior pastor in Texas and Georgia. He's married to Allison, and they have three little children; Edward, Rosa, and Dalia. Albert enjoys cycling, running, and a warm cup of tea.
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Sam Smith
Children and Youth Ministries Pastor
Sam has a heart to see kids of all ages make Jesus their best friend and find peace, love, and safety in His arms. Sam graduated from Pacific Union College with a BA in Theology and graduated from Andrews University with an MDiv. He has pastored in three churches in California before moving to Walla Walla University. He and his wife, Sara, have one beloved son named Theodore.
