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Leaders and Staff

Our Governance

The focal point of church governance is the elder. Our Board of Elders serves both as the spiritual leadership and covering for Colorado Christian Fellowship (CCF), and as the Board of Directors for the legal entity, Colorado Christian Fellowship, Inc. Our elders are accountable to God on behalf of the church.

Our Elders

Phillip Smith, Jr.
JC Hendrix
William R. Hicks
Michelle Lindsey
Fredric Altman, Sr.
Antoinette McNair
Emmitt Weeams
CCF Staff

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Phillip F. Smith, Jr.

Phillip F. Smith, Jr. (Apostle Phil), was raised in Massachusetts. He attended Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island where he obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in Judaic studies. In 1992, he moved to Denver to attend the University of Denver College of Law and graduated with honors in 1995. While in law school, Apostle Phil simultaneously prepared for ministerial service in a local, Denver-area Methodist church, and was ordained as a Deacon in 1994. In 1998, he was prompted by God to found Colorado Christian Fellowship (CCF), a non-denominational, Full-Gospel church where he serves as senior pastor. After two years, due to CCF’s rapid growth, Apostle Phil stopped practicing law in order to serve the church full-time. It was also during this time that the Lord clarified his call to ministry, calling him to the Five-Fold ministry office gift of “Apostle” and assigning him to do ministry throughout the state of Colorado. Through CCF, he is fulfilling his apostolic call to plant churches and train and release God’s people for ministry. Apostle Phil is a dynamic Bible teacher who illuminates the Word of God through the unique anointing on his life and ministry. He is married to Sylvia, whom he met while attending Brown University. They have two children, Dominique and John-Rudolph. (back to top)

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William R. Hicks

William Ronald Hicks was born in Greensboro, NC and raised in Brooklyn, NY. He gave his life to Christ at the age of fifteen and attended Bible School during his teen years. Ron then joined the Air Force at the age of 19 and was trained in the career field of electronics. After completing his tour in the military, Ron returned to New York and worked for IBM. After his experience of being stationed in Colorado, Ron moved his family to Denver in 1977 and now works for AT&T as a Communications Technician. Prior to becoming a member of CCF, Ron served as youth minister, trustee, usher, and choir member at a local church for 14 years. When God led Ron to CCF, he joined the choir, the JOY Ministry, Resource Team, Deacons Ministry, and the CCF Men’s Choir. His passion is music and he enjoys singing, and playing instruments. Ron is married to his childhood love, Marva, and they are the parents of two children, Sherene and Theron. They have three grandchildren - Karysma, Jadyn and Loryn. (back to top)

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JC Hendrix

Pastor JC Hendrix was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, and grew up in Oakland, California. After graduating high school, he joined the United States Air Force where he served for twenty years. After retiring from the US Air force, Pastor JC began working for Specialty Services, Inc. as a Construction Contracts Manager. During this time he also began working on his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration. In 1995, Pastor JC accepted a position at The Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Contracts Management, writing and administering Construction, Services, and Professional Services contracts. He was instrumental in the building of several RTD Light Rail Public Transportation lines and Maintenance Facility. While at RTD, Pastor JC became a member of Colorado Christian Fellowship and completed the requirements for both his Associates of Arts and Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Columbia College and Regis University. After a year of Pastoral Studies and acting in the position of Assistant Pastor, he was ordained and called into full time ministry as the Executive Pastor of Colorado Christian Fellowship. Pastor JC is married to Susan and they have eight children. (back to top)

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Michelle (Shelly) Lindsey

Shelly is a native of Denver and the youngest of five. Along with her service as an Elder for Colorado Christian Fellowship (CCF). She is one of the Praise and Worship leaders at CCF. God uses her as a Prophetic Psalmist to minister in song and the spoken word to individuals and the congregation. Shelly is one of the most requested Psalmists in the Denver Metropolitan Area, called upon to minister at concerts, conferences, and other events. She is also the director of Shelly & Friends, a group of singers and musicians that travel and minister, with song, throughout the country. She has been blessed to sing with national recording artists Kurt Karr, Lowell Pye, Martha Manuzzi, Daryl Coley, Vicki Winans, Richard Smallwood, Shirley Caesar, Beverly Crawford, and many others. Shelly was nominated and won the 2010 Solo Artist of the Year Award presented by the Arts of Gospel Award. (back to top)

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Fredric Altman, Sr.

Fredric A. Altman, Sr. was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. He gave his life to Christ in 1990 and was baptized at Orchard Road Christian Center (ORCC). While attending ORCC, Fred was active in the prison, children’s, ushers’, and couples’ ministries. He also served on the praise and worship team, and participated in many care groups. Fred and his wife Judi moved to Denver in 1989 with their children, Freddie, Jr and Joshua. The Lord lead Fred and his family to CCF in 2006. Since joining CCF, he has served as a prayer intercessor, Deacon, and coordinator of the Pastoral Counseling Department’s Connecting Groups. Fred, Sr. received his Associates of Arts Degree from Highland Park Community College, and his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Finance, with a minor in Accounting, from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI in 1986. While attending college he was president of the Association of Black Business Students and treasurer of his fraternity. Fred opened one of the first black owned video rental companies in Detroit. He has also served as a stock broker and has owned and managed car dealerships for the past 20 years. He is currently in the car sales industry as a sales manager(back to top)

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Emmitt Weeams

Emmitt Weeams was born in Waco, Texas. Emmitt and his wife, Claricy, joined Colorado Christian Fellowship (CCF) in 2005.  They have been married for twenty-seven years and have three children and one grandson. Emmitt has served in many CCF ministries including Pastoral Counseling Connecting groups, the Men’s Ministry, as a Deacon, in the Prayer Ministry, and with the Men’s Choir.  He has also served in several ministries outside of CCF. Emmitt is currently a Section Manager for the Denver Board of  Water Commissioners.  He earned his  Bachelor of Arts Degree from Regis University. (back to top)

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Antoinette McNair

Antoinette McNair joined CCF in 2004 and was ordained as a Prophet and became a teacher of the Prophets class from 2005-2006. She has travelled abroad with Global Change Network, U.S.A. to teach on the Prophetic in both Zambia, South Africa and Bristol, England.   Prior to joining CCF, Antoinette was licensed as a minister in November 1999 and operated in the capacity of Youth Minister, Youth Girls Mentor Director and Children's Church Minister.  Professionally, Antoinette was a Computer Operator for 15 years before receiving Associates in Nursing. She has been a Registered Nurse for 13 years and is currently employed by Kaiser Permanente.  At present, Antoinette is seeking her BSN in Nursing Education to fulfill her desire to teach nursing.  Antoinette has one son, Reginald McNair, Jr. (back to top)

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CCF Administrative Staff

Meet the CCF administrative staff who manages the day-to-day functions of CCF so that members can thrive in an atmosphere of love and peace, while growing spiritually.

Phillip F. Smith, Jr. is Colorado Christian Fellowship’s Overseeing Apostle/Senior Pastor. While shepherding CCF, Apostle Phil encourages us to serve according to our spiritual gifts. His role also includes implementing the church-wide vision and developing an effective ministry staff to equip and restore God’s people. (back to top)

 

JC Hendrix is the Aurora Campus Pastor. He is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day business operations of CCF in Aurora and the implementation of the Aurora campus’ vision.  He is also responsible for all CCF service ministries. Pastor JC is probably most recognized for his role with the CCF Village Capital Campaign, and discipleship and mentoring of men through Sons of Covenant. (back to top)

 

Gerald Bargaineer, II is the Aurora Campus Assistant Pastor and Youth and Young Adults Pastor. He assists our Aurora Campus Pastor, oversees some of the fellowship ministries, and is also responsible for the Fervor Youth and Relentless Young Adults Programs, as well as the CCF fellowship ministries. Pastor Gerald works with youth, 6-12th grade and young adults 18-30. His goal is to partner with the Lord to release a prophetic generation at CCF that will relentlessly pursue the Lord. (back to top)

Betty Rice is the Boulder Campus Pastor. Pastor Betty is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day business operations of CCF in Boulder and the implementation of the Boulder campus’ vision. (back to top)

 

 

Denise Waldon is the Colorado Springs Campus Pastor.  Pastor Denise is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day business operations of CCF in Colorado Springs and the implementation of the Colorado Springs campus’ vision. (back to top)

 

Kay Michaelis is the Pastor of our Pastoral Counseling Department. She provides biblically based pastoral counseling to our church members using a method called Theophostic Prayer Ministry. Pastor Kay also recruits and trains Connecting Group leaders and lay counselors to serve the congregation, and provide general counsel to CCF members. Pastor Kay reminds us that, “The goal of being healed is to remove the barriers to our intimacy with God.” (back to top)

Robert Manlove is our Director of Children's Church as well as the part-time Children's Pastor. Robert is responsible for the Children’s Ministry, Children’s Church, and Vacation Bible School. Robert has served in the Children's Department for over four years and has a passion for children. (back to top)

 

Elder Chuck Wood is the Director of Global Change Network, U.S.A., and Dean of Christian Vocational Training School (CVTS).  He is responsible for the day-to-day activities of both organizations, as well as helping to cast their visions.  As Dean of CVTS, Elder Chuck evaluates the adult educational needs of CCF, develops appropriate courses, selects teaching materials and supplies, and implements special programs and events. Similarly, as Director of GCN, U.S.A., Elder Chuck provides professional ministry support and counsel to GCN, U.S.A. ministers, organizes conferences, and facilitates the growth of GCN in the US and abroad. Chuck has been a member of CCF for over ten years and is an ordained minister of the church. (back to top)

Mercelle Seale is the Director of Communications. Primarily, Mercelle facilitates the internal and external communications of the church, ensuring their consistency and professionalism. She is responsible for communicating and marketing CCF’s vision, ministries, programs and services to our congregation and community. Mercelle is also responsible for promoting all events and activities at CCF. (back to top)

Tika Rhodes is our Church Administrator. Her responsibilities are to oversee all financial and business activities of the church including maintenance of all accounting practices and procedures, working with the building campaign, preparing our annual budget, coordinating the annual audit, financial reporting, and all personnel related matters.(back to top)

Beatrice Brewer is our Business Manager. Beatrice manages all finance related activities of the church including accounts payables and receivables, wage administration, and record keeping. She also works closely with Tika to manage the day-to-day financial needs and requirements of the church, while supervising the church’s bookkeeper/administrative assistant. (back to top)

 

Larynda Jackson is the Office Manager for Colorado Christian Fellowship (CCF). She is responsible for the management of the front office staff which includes managing the reception area and screening and offering assistance to members and visitors. Larynda provides project management and training to all staff for CCF’s official membership database and she coordinates the assimilation process for our new members. (back to top)

Raye Jackson Raye is responsible for coordinating and providing administrative support to the Business Department by collecting all monies received in the office and maintaining individual contribution records. Raye will also provide care to the congregation by coordinating pastoral care requests.(back to top)

 

Ben Rodriguez is our Lead Custodian. Ben is responsible for maintaining the entire CCF facility. He ensures that the church facilities are ready for all activities and services. His responsibilities also include room setup for all events and activities, minor repairs, opening and closing of the building and required cleaning.(back to top)

 

Gizelle Marshall is our part-time Administrative Assistant. Gizelle is responsible for supporting the Children’s Ministry. She is a Global Change Network, U.S.A. ordained evangelist, who teaches in the Children's Department. (back to top)

 

 

Mandle Rousseau is the Director of our Media Arts Department. Mandle is responsible for supervising the team that provides the church with well-rounded audio/visual programming for services of worship, classes and workshops, and special events. (back to top)

 

Beverly Akridge is our part-time Administrative Assistant in the Counseling Department. Beverly is responsible for supporting the Counseling Department and its pastoral counseling services. If you are interested in taking an inventory of your emotional and spiritual wellbeing, send an email to Beverly at bakridge@ccfword.org, or call, 303-368-7105, Ext. 214 to make an appointment. (back to top)

 

Nadine Jackson is our part-time Administrative Assistant in the Communications Department.  Nadine is also responsible for providing support for all internal and external communications.  Nadine also serves as the Ministry Head for the Communications Liaisons and the Resource Team. (back to top)