

1. We are pastor led.
The Lead Pastor is the spiritual overseer of the Church and directs its activities. He is the corporation's president, acts as chairman of the Board of Directors, and presides over all business meetings. He partners along with the executive pastoral team and leads the day-to-day operations of NWC.
Lead Pastors:
Joe and Kristy Lyons
Joe and Kristy Lyons
2. We are board governed.
The Board of Directors are members of the congregation who oversee the finances and direct the provision of the facilities needed by the church. They provide counsel to the Lead Pastor regarding the major financial commitments of the church.
The Northwest Church Board of Directors are:
Preston Bacon
Jerry Burleson
Al Drinkwater
Melody Espinoza
Todd Garner
Tim Langley
Al Olson
Preston Bacon
Jerry Burleson
Al Drinkwater
Melody Espinoza
Todd Garner
Tim Langley
Al Olson
Operations Team

Melody Espinoza
Executive Director

Krystal Byrd
Administrative Manager

Jennifer Marler
Accounts Manager
Weekend ExperienceTeam

Jay Lewis
Weekend Experience Director

Amber Brannon
Worship Pastor

Anthony Lofton
Music Coordinator

Stephen Alfonso
Audio Coordinator
Next-Gen Team

Lindsey Lewis
NW Kids Pastor

John Cates
Youth Pastor / College Director

Melanie Bennet
Kids Jr. / Nursery Coordinator

Diane Cambpell
Administration
Connections Team

Desiree Bland
Connections Director

Nate Lyons
Men’s Ministry and Outreach Director

Kristy Lyons
Women's Ministry Director

Vanessa Cartwright
Administration

Maya Cates
Planning Center Coordinator

Elsie Vazquez
Connections Coordinator