Serving the church

Andrew has been part of FSBCG since childhood. He graduated from Grand Canyon University in 2019 with a degree in Business Administration and a minor in Biblical Studies, and earned his M.Div. from Gateway Baptist Theological Seminary in 2023, where he is currently working on his D.Min. As Executive Pastor, Andrew oversees the educational and administrative ministries of the church and supervises the Christian Challenge collegiate ministry staff at Glendale Community College, Arizona Christian University, and Grand Canyon University.

Andrew and Caitlin were married in March 2021 and have two children.

Darek joined our staff as part-time Minister of Music in January 1993. Born in Nashville, Tennessee, he moved to the valley with his family in 1971. He came to faith at age nine and sensed God's call to vocational music ministry at nineteen. Darek graduated from Grand Canyon University in 1994 with a Bachelor of Music in vocal performance and was ordained to the Gospel ministry at FSBCG in 1996. Outside of church, he works as a private investigator with Kolb, Stewart and Associates.

Darek was married to Melissa for 25 years before she went to be with the Lord. In 2020 he married Christine, who works in administration at Faith Christian School in Mesa and brought three adult children—Chandler, Brannon, and Grace—into his life. Darek and Christine enjoy serving together in the Worship and Music ministry.

John joined the FSBCG staff in 2023. Before that he served with the collegiate ministry Christian Challenge for four years and in youth ministry for three years prior. He holds a Bachelor's in Biblical and Theological Studies with an emphasis in Biblical Languages from Arizona Christian University and is currently pursuing further studies at Gateway Seminary, where he also serves as librarian.

John married his wife Ashlynne, a Special Education teacher, in December 2023, and the two love serving together in youth ministry.

Derek serves as a campus missionary with Christian Challenge and has over a decade of experience in youth and young adult ministry. He graduated from Grand Canyon University in 2021 with a Bachelor's degree in Christian Studies.

In his free time, Derek enjoys playing video games, training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and spending time with his wife and son.

Arielle grew up in Coolidge, Arizona, and did not grow up attending church. After graduating high school, she moved to Phoenix to attend Grand Canyon University, where she studied Educational Studies. During her time at GCU, she was invited to Challenge Collective and FSBC Glendale, and she has been faithfully involved since October 2022. Arielle was baptized on December 11, 2022.

Arielle has served in several ministry roles, including as the children's intern in 2023, a Christian Challenge student leader, and an apprentice during her senior year of college. She graduated from GCU in 2026 and now serves as one of the GCU campus missionaries. She loves helping students feel welcomed, grow in their faith, and find meaningful Christian community during their college years.

Parker came to faith as a junior in high school at FSBCG's youth group and was baptized on Christmas Eve of 2020. He graduated from Grand Canyon University in 2025 with a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies with an emphasis in Global Ministry, and is currently pursuing his M.Div. at Gateway Baptist Theological Seminary.

Parker serves as our Inter-Campus Missionary with Christian Challenge, where he organizes our Friday night college group, Challenge Collective, and supports our ministries at GCU, ACU, and GCC.

In May of 2026, Parker married his co-minister and love of his life, Ellie Jones, and the two settled down in Glendale.

Mariah Tellechea is from Arizona and attended Glendale Community College, where she completed her associate's degree. She became involved with Christian Challenge as a student, serving first as a student leader and then as an apprentice before joining the staff team in 2023 as a part-time campus missionary.

In 2026, Mariah also joined the staff of FSBC Glendale as the part-time Children's Ministry Coordinator. Known for her bubbly and warm personality, Mariah loves welcoming people, encouraging students, and helping children and families feel cared for and connected.

Mikal has been part of the FSBCG congregation since 2023. Alongside her work in the church office, she serves with Christian Challenge as a campus missionary to Arizona Christian University. She is currently pursuing a Master of Christian Counseling at Gateway Seminary.

Ellie Jones grew up in Flagstaff, Arizona, in a big family of ten. In May 2026, she married her husband, Parker, and graduated from Arizona Christian University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology Pre-Med.

Ellie has been involved with Christian Challenge at ACU since her freshman year and joined the staff during her senior year. She loves walking alongside students, co-leading Bible studies, and helping create events that bring people together. Her background in biology research, outdoor guest services, and hospitality has shaped her into someone who loves people, adapts quickly, and finds joy in serving others well.

Mariah Tellechea is from Arizona and attended Glendale Community College, where she completed her associate's degree. She became involved with Christian Challenge as a student, serving first as a student leader and then as an apprentice before joining the staff team in 2023 as a part-time campus missionary.

In 2026, Mariah also joined the staff of FSBC Glendale as the part-time Children's Ministry Coordinator. Known for her bubbly and warm personality, Mariah loves welcoming people, encouraging students, and helping children and families feel cared for and connected.

Caitlin joined FSBCG in January 2019 as a full-time campus missionary at Glendale Community College through Christian Challenge, and has served as our part-time Publications Secretary since 2022. She earned her Associate of Arts from Glendale Community College and her Bachelor's in Behavioral Health from Arizona Christian University.

Mikal has been part of the FSBCG congregation since 2023. Alongside her work in the church office, she serves with Christian Challenge as a campus missionary to Arizona Christian University. She is currently pursuing a Master of Christian Counseling at Gateway Seminary.

William Mueller grew up in Redlands, California, before moving to Arizona in 2022 to attend Arizona Christian University. He graduated from ACU with a Bachelor's degree in Business.

During his time as a student, William was involved with Christian Challenge as a student leader and also served as a Resident Assistant. He helped lead Stronghold Media as the editor of the student newspaper and was involved in running Barista Buddies, another student club on campus. In 2026, William joined our staff team to serve in social media and marketing. He also works at ACU as a Resident Director and enjoys using his gifts in leadership, communication, and creativity to serve students well.