Youth and Spiritual Formation Pastor

Rev. Dave Parrish
cccdparrish@aol.com

The Youth and Spiritual Formation Pastor is responsible for the development and coordination of all of the youth ministries of the church and of the entire Christian education program from children through adults. The goal of spiritual formation at Christ Community Church is to equip and empower all members to live as followers of Jesus Christ through worship, discipleship, fellowship, service, and outreach.

The Youth and Spiritual Formation Pastor personally directs the junior and senior high youth groups and recruits and trains competent lay leaders to minister to youth. In addition, the Youth and Spiritual Formation Pastor serves as a staff resource person for Children's Ministry, Adult Discipleship, and any other church ministry that wishes to include an education component.

A Little More About Dave…

Do you have a real life humorous church story to share?
I attended a wedding where the pastor forgot to exchange the rings and the groom knocked over a candle.

I wish my occupation was: Navy fighter pilot, safari guide

What impact did church have on you as a child?
It helped me learn the Bible and develop a love for music. It set a solid moral foundation and gave me a reason to be with friends.

What makes you weep?
Other people’s pain. People finding new life in Christ.

In my free time I:
Ride my motorcycle, ride my bicycle, play sports, watch T.V., play Guitar Hero

I did not go to my last high school reunion because:
I went because I didn’t have a good reason not to.

What time do you get up in the morning? 7:00 a.m., give or take an hour

What is your favorite…

Food: Anything Italian
Color: Green
Thing about CCC: The quality of the students and the variety of talent
Vacation spot: Caribbean
Restaurant: Mongolian Barbecue
Book: The Sacred Romance by John Eldredge
Movie: Office Space
Ice cream: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
Band/Singer: Casting Crowns