Responding to God's call to Canyon Lake Community Church, Bryan and his wife Amy moved their family into the area in 2005. His infectious enthusiasm for the Lord is evident as Bryan oversees and leads worship for the Sunday services at CLCC. He also serves as part of the Executive Leadership team where his administrative skills are put to good use. Aside from worship music, Bryan's varied interests in drama, videography, and graphic arts keep him very busy. 

Derek has been following God’s call on his life to ministry since 2012. Since then he has served the church in several capacities, including children’s ministry, student ministry, and working with young adults. He also holds a bachelor degree in Biblical Studies from Eternity Bible College, as well as a Master of Theology degree from Dallas Theological Seminary. Derek’s heart is for the family, and his desire is to equip families with the Word of God so they can faithfully navigate the world that we live in. He and his wife Anna are both California natives, and are excited to be a part of what God is doing here at CLCC!

Pastor Pete served as Senior Pastor for 39 years and stepped down from that position on January 10, 2016. He continues to serve the church and the community on a part-time basis with his primary responsibility being Congregational Care. This area of service involves visitation to those hospitalized or shut-in, officiating at weddings and funerals and leading the Bereavement Support Groups. He may be reached by calling the church office. Pete and his wife, Pat, have two adult daughters and two grandchildren.

JT is the Director of Worship Arts position at Canyon Lake Community Church and has a strong passion for music and ministry. He grew up at Harvest Christian Fellowship, where his father led the choir and praise band there for many years. Surrounded by music and worship from an early age, he developed a deep love for glorifying God through song. He also has over 10 years of experience in music leadership and a deep commitment to fostering community through music that glorifies God. His spiritual gifts are a servant's heart, ability to play and understand several kinds of instruments, compassion, patience and understanding. He also has a lovely and supportive fiancé Lisa, who works for her local library in Riverside. They will be married on their 10-year anniversary on May 4, 2025!

As a part of Canyon Lake Community Church's overall vision for the future, plans were developed in 2008 to begin a preschool ministry that would serve as an outreach to the local communities. Brittany was thrilled by the possibility of teaching at her home church. Canyon Lake Community Church Preschool opened its doors to students in the fall of 2010 with Brittany on staff as a full-time preschool teacher. In 2011, Brittany accepted the position of assistant preschool director and as of the summer of 2013, she answered God's call to the position of preschool director. Brittany is passionate about Jesus and education, so serving in the preschool ministry is a dream as she is able walk alongside children as they grow academically and spiritually. Brittany lives in Canyon Lake with her husband Ricky and her daughters Aspyn and Andie. 

Liz has been attending Canyon Lake Community Church since 2015. She started coming here through the Teen MOPS ministry, and found Christ through this. After volunteering and serving in children’s ministries for a year, the Lord lead her to this position and she is so excited and thankful that she can serve on staff here at CLCC. She loves seeing Christ through the children’s eyes and recognizes the importance of scripture in their lives. Liz and her husband live in Lake Elsinore with their four children.