Our Team

Chris Morris

Pastor

Pastor Chris has served in pastoral ministry for 8 years. He has a heart for teaching the Word and for helping people to find their calling in God’s kingdom.  His mission is to lead others to experience the grace of Jesus Christ, the love of the Father, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit.

Chris has two beautiful children, Miles Morris and Carissa Morris.  In his leisure, Chris loves to disc golf, hike, read, play the piano, and play board games.  Chris is thrilled to be a part of the Foothills Community Church, and is excited to see how God continues to minister to the Chandler community through this wonderful church family.

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Tom McSherry

Head Elder and Music Director

Tom McSherry is one of the founding members of Foothills, and has been a key part in everything Foothills does. He cares deeply for the church, and through his role as Music Director he strives to create engaging worship through song.

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Richard Harrison

Operational Board Chair

Richard Harrison is currently serving as the Operational Board chair. He is active in many different ministries including Music Ministry.

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Christina Pavola

Virtual Ministry Leader

Christina Pavola is the Virtual Ministry Leader, but her work doesn’t stop there. She is involved in almost every aspect of service at Foothills, from set design to production, Worship Team and Youth. She is a wife and mother of two, who are also involved in ministry at Foothills.

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Heather Schlageck

Worship Designer

Heather Schlageck plans and curates the worship service at Foothills. Through skits, scripture readings, and music she brings the scripture to life through her creativity. Heather has a background in Theater, and uses her skills to enhance the worship service at Foothills.

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Lea McSherry

Children's Ministry Director

Lea McSherry is the director of all of the children’s ministries at Foothills. She loves to get kids involved with learning the Bible and getting to know Jesus. Through her curated curriculum, she does just that. She is wife to Tom McSherry.

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Arlinda Endler

Prayer Ministry Leader

Arlinda Endler is the leader of the prayer ministry at Foothills.

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Carlos Lorenzo

Communications Committee Chair

Carlos Lorenzo is married to Michelle. They joined Foothills in 2017 after moving to the east valley. They were drawn to Foothills through the lively worship experience, warm family atmosphere, and Bible-centered teaching. They are actively involved in various ministries. Carlos also works with the media and communications team.