EXALT. ELEVATE. LAUNCH.

WHO WE ARE

Our mission shows why we exist.
Our vision shows where we are going.
Our discipleship process shows how we are growing.
Our DNA shows what makes our church community distinct.

All these things are important. Let’s unpack them.

MISSION: We exist to EXALT Jesus, ELEVATE others, and LAUNCH disciple-makers to transform lives, communities, and cities for God’s glory.

VISION: We CARE for our community with compassion, SHARE the gospel to lead others to Jesus, and PREPARE the next generation to live on mission. Learn more.

DISCIPLESHIP PROCESS: We invite everyone to WORSHIP God, SERVE in his name, CONNECT to build up one another and grow together as followers of Jesus, and REACH others with the good news of God’s intervention in history, triumph over evil, and the mandate for us to live like and for Jesus.

DNA: Our nine distinct values make us uniquely Chapel Hill. Learn more.

OUR LOGO: Discover the meaning of our logo and how it tells our story.

STRUCTURE & GOVERNANCE

We are part of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC). This denomination emphasizes a balance of biblical authority, grace, and mission. Learn what distinguishes the EPC from other Presbyterian denominations and why we are proud to be a part of the EPC.

Our leadership includes Pastors (Teaching Elders), Ruling Elders, and Deacons.

Meet our Elders who serve on the Session.

Meet our Deacons and learn how you can serve with them.

BELIEFS

We passionately follow Jesus, embracing salvation through his death and resurrection. Our foundation is Scripture, which we believe is true and Spirit-inspired.

MEET THE TEAM

  • Caleb Bagdanov

    Caleb Bagdanov

    Director of Student Ministries
  • Cara Taylor

    Cara Taylor

    Director of Outreach
  • Connor Caldwell

    Connor Caldwell

    Director of Production
  • Dan Griswold

    Dan Griswold

    Senior Director of Facilities & Operations
  • Ellis White

    Ellis White

    Senior Pastor
  • Gunnar Tesdahl

    Gunnar Tesdahl

    Assistant Pastor of Worship Arts
  • Jenna Arnold

    Jenna Arnold

    Director of Digital Outreach
  • JJ Bland

    JJ Bland

    Director of Preschool
  • Judson Taylor

    Judson Taylor

    Senior Director of Marketing & Communications
  • Julie Hawkins

    Julie Hawkins

    Assistant Pastor of Ministry
  • Katie Nelson

    Katie Nelson

    Director of Care Ministries
  • Kim Hagey

    Kim Hagey

    Director of Early Childhood
  • Paul Hargreaves

    Paul Hargreaves

    Senior Director of Family Ministries
  • Rachel White

    Rachel White

    Assistant Pastor of Alpha & LifeGroups
  • Scott Hagadorn

    Scott Hagadorn

    Director of Information Technology
  • Sharalynda Campbell

    Sharalynda Campbell

    Director of Finance
  • Steve Maxwell

    Steve Maxwell

    Chief Operating Officer