Dr. Lisa Patriquin, Director of Children's and Family Ministries

Lisa Patriquin became the Director of Children's and Family Ministries in July 2007. Since February 2008, she has also served as the staff resource for Women's Ministry. Lisa has a Ph.D. in Education Policy and Administration from the University of Southern California. After a long career in the university and workplace in English as a Second Language, God whispered in her ear that she could have an amazing new life working for Him as a Christian educator! She is especially enthusiastic about making connections between discipleship and mission. She LOVES the way the kids come running to GPC to meet each other and God!

Jeff Bonhiver, Director of Worship Arts

Jeff joined the staff of GPC in January 2007 as a youth intern in student ministry. In September 2009, Jeff became the Director of Worship Arts for GPC. Jeff graduated from Fuller Seminary in 2009 with a Master of Arts degree in Worship, Theology and the Arts. He received his undergraduate degree from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN in music with a minor in religion. Jeff previously served as full-time Associate Director of Music/Worship in Fargo, ND, and Golden Valley, MN. He plays piano, percussion, guitar and loves to sing. He enjoys listening to music, watching films, playing Ultimate Frisbee, reading, skiing/snowboarding, enjoying the view up in the Mt. Washington area, hearing people's stories, talk radio, and Apple products!

Joseph Martinez, Facilities Manager

Joseph joined the GPC staff as Facilities Manager on May 1, 2010. He was born and raised in Burbank, CA. He is married to Jamie and has two children, Joseph and Desiree. He is a proud deacon and very active in several youth and adult learning programs at First Presbyterian Church of Burbank. He loves playing and coaching softball, drawing, and writing poetry.

Jannette Carothers, Choir Director

Jannette grew up at GPC and was mentored here in the choral arts by Claire Collins and Dr. Thomas Somerville. She received her undergraduate degree from Occidental College, working with Dr. Somerville, and her Masters in Music from Westminster Choir College in Princeton, New Jersey. She was on the GPC staff from 1994-2003 as Minister of Music and is delighted to be currently serving the church as the Choir Director. She is married to Cameron, who is a tenor in the Cathedral Choir, and they have two children, Carolyn and Catherine.

MacKenzie Reed, Organist

MacKenzie began her study of the organ at age 16 when she attended a Pipe Organ Encounter in Athens, Ohio hosted by the American Guild of Organists.  Being a lover of heavy metal music, she was naturally attracted to the instrument’s potential for massive volume.  She also began her piano study at this age after making the decision to pursue a career as a concert pianist.  MacKenzie earned a Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance with an organ minor at Ohio Wesleyan University, which led her to fabulous opportunities to study and perform in Germany and all over the US.  However, she soon discovered a deep desire to perform original works.  Shortly after moving to Los Angeles in September, 2010, MacKenzie found a love for composition and now creates works that blend popular genres with her classical training to create something accessible and enjoyable.  She enthusiastically follows this approach when playing at GPC and is looking forward to finding fresh and meaningful ways to musically contribute to worship.  She is currently pursuing a Master of Fine Arts degree at the California Institute of the Arts.

In addition to music making, MacKenzie’s hobbies include Jeet Kune Do, Asian studies, and looking for fun, new hair colors.  She adores her cats, Persephone and Osiris, who always manage to keep her immense sense of self-importance in check. 

Peggy Richmond, Director Children's Music

Peggy has been on staff at GPC since 1995. She has been working with children's choirs for the last 40 years. Peggy has been the Director of a county-wide children's choir known as the Los Angeles Citywide Children's Christian Choir (LA4C). As Peggy got older, she felt the call from the Lord to return to working with children in music. She is a published songwriter and has written songs for the LA4C Choir and the Louis Palao Crusades children's program. Peggy teaches private piano and voice lessons. She is also a licensed Kindermusik educator. She loves to camp, walk, play ball sports and play with her grandson.

Bob Marlowe, Associate of Worship Arts

Bob has been working at GPC since 2004. He began his music career at First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood as  a member of the group, "The Salt Company." A singer/songwriter/guitarist, he has recorded three CDs of his songs. As a praise and worship leader, Bob has led worship at retreats and churches. He also works for the Glendale Unified School District as a teacher at Allen F. Daily High School. Bob is married to Deborah and they live in La Crescenta with their two Border Collies, Pipp and Speck.

Hal Hanable, Assistant to Congregational Care Pastor

Hal has been a part-time volunteer for GPC since 1997. Hal helps Pastor Ken with hospital calls, memorial services and serving communion to shut-ins. Hal's other job is a family owned plumbing business. He is married to Louise, who is an elder at GPC. Hal has one daughter, two sons and four grandchildren. He also plays in the GPC bell choir and is a member of the Ten-Ten Sunday School Class. 

George Ratchford, Director, Senior High

George Ratchford joined the GPC staff in July 2008 as Director, Senior High. George grew up in a  small town in Georgia. It was not until the father of a close friend passed away that he felt the presence of the living God. From that point on, he knew that his life would be linked to a meaning and purpose. While living in Jacksonville Beach, Florida, he became a member of a young adult group and served as a youth volunteer. After a year, he took a position as a full time Youth Director at Isle of Faith for five years. Two years later God gave him an open door to move to Pasadena and attend Fuller Theological Seminary. While he was attending school, George was offered the position as High School Director at GPC and after much prayer and deliberation, he said yes. GPC has truly become his new family and new home. George loves this church and loves seeing what Christ is doing in the midst of the people at GPC. He feels truly blessed to be serving here at GPC.

Lyndsey Deane, Interim Director, Junior High

Lyndsey Deane joined the GPC staff in October of 2011 as our Junior High Interim Director.  Lyndsey grew up outside of Cleveland, Ohio, and was awakened by Christ her freshman year at Malone College.  After graduation, she enjoyed 6 years of teaching Middle School, coaching at the High School level and overseeing Jr. High and High School ministries in Painesville, Ohio as well as La Paz, Bolivia.  During her 3-year stint in La Paz, God pointed Lyndsey to Fuller Theological Seminary as her next step on her journey.  Within a week of her arrival to California, she quickly found GPC and a new church family.  Over the last year, Lyndsey has served with our CYA (College-Young Adult) ministry team and also our High School ministry.  It is with enthusiasm that Lyndsey steps in to aid our Jr. High ministry as GPC prayerfully searches for our next Jr. High Student Director.

 

Ashley Myers, Director College/Young Adult Ministries

Ashley Myers joined the GPC staff as the College Young Adult Director in the Fall of 2010. She grew up in Glendale and has attended GPC since she was in second grade, with the exception of the four years she spent attending Westmont College in Santa Barbara. Ashley has served in Junior High and High School ministries, and was also a member of last Pastor Nominating Committee. She is currently attending Fuller Theological Seminary, pursuing her MDiv and possibly ordination in the Presbyterian Church. Alongside her position with CYA, Ashley continues to enjoy being a high school staff member.

 

 

Jan Bush, Office Manager

Jan joined the GPC staff in 1996 as the Choir Librarian. Currently, she is the Office Manager. During her ministry to GPC she has been given a variety of responsibilities including working directly with the pastor, updating the GPC website, preparing the weekly bulletin and PowerPoint presentations for Sunday worship and working closely with the the Communications, HR and Worship committees. Jan also helps with office finances. Prior to working at GPC, Jan raised her two daughters Melissa and Erin. She worked at ABC-TV Channel 7 Hollywood for 11 years. She and Ethan have been married for 31 years. Jan loves to paint and visit her new grandson Caleb.

Flo Magaoay, Accountant

Flo has been working at GPC as a part-time Accountant since May, 2009. Flo also works at Soliant Energy, Inc. as General Accountant. She attends Altadena Foursquare Church where she is the Treasurer and is involved with Children's and Missions Ministries. In May of 2010, Flo traveled to Guam to marry her fiance.

 

 

 

Ron Hughes, Sanctuary Audio

Ron has been working at GPC since 1993. He started his sound career working for the City of Los Angeles in 1980. Ron works with the City of LA, providing sound for all local events in the LA area. He is on the Board of Directors for the Burbank Tournament of Roses Association and works for the local Ham radio events for the City of Glendale. Favorite hobbies are watching football and basketball games.

 

 

 

 

Doug Faber, Counseling

Doug completed his Master of Arts in Marital & Family Therapy at Fuller Theological Seminary in 1992. He established Peer Counselor Ministries at at GPC in 1994 and Lake Avenue Church, Pasadena, in 1995. He served as an intern for Lay Counseling Ministry at La Canada Presbyterian Church from 1988-1996. Doug is married to Betsey and has a son, Matthew.

 

 

 

Tanya Milki, Children's Ministry Assistant

Tanya has been our part-time Children’s and Family Ministries Assistant since 2006. She helps Lisa Patriquin with all the behind-the-scenes work for Sunday School and mid-week programs. She works full-time for World Impact, a non-profit Christian organization, as their Accounting and Administrative Specialist at their National headquarters in Downtown Los Angeles. She enjoys outside activities - Frisbee and swimming. 

 

 

 

 

 

How to Contact Us:

The Church office is open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. If you call after hours our automated phone answering system will direct your call. If you would like to contact a staff member, please call 818.242.8873. The extension number and email information is listed below.

Pastoral Staff

Rev. Chris Harrison                                    
Senior Pastor
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Directors

Lisa Patriquin                               Ext. 238
Director of Children's and Family Ministries
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Peggy Richmond                          Ext. 242
Director of Children's Music
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Jeff Bonhiver                                Ext. 224
Director of Worship Arts
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Jannette Carothers                      Ext. 253
Director of Cathedral Choir
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Doug Faber                                  Ext. 248
Director of Counseling
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Student Ministries

George Ratchford                        Ext. 245
Director, Senior High
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Jason Heppner                             Ext. 236
Director, Junior High
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Ashley Myers
College/Young Adult Leader
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Support Staff

Joseph Martinez                          Ext. 247
Facilities Manager
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Jan Bush                                     Ext. 225
Office Manager
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Han Hanable
Congregational Care Assist        Ext. 226
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Flo Magaoay                               Ext. 241
Accountant
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Bob Marlowe                                Ext. 223
Associate Worship Leader
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Tanya Milki                                   Ext. 244
Children's Ministry Assist.
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Katie Ingram
Wedding Coordinator
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Ron Hughes
Sound Engineer
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Isabel and Victor Carmona
Custodians

Lionel Duarten
Custodian