Senior Pastor

Pastor Adrian and Joyce come from the East Coast, where Adrian grew up in New England and Joyce in Virginia. Overseas missions runs deep in their blood, having traveled and ministered in 33 nations, leading young people and adults in reaching people with the Gospel. Their passion for discipleship, leadership development, and ministry to college students led to many years of ministry at America’s leading universities, including the Ivy League schools, Stanford, and the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.

Adrian and Joyce deeply value the work of the Holy Spirit in people’s lives, and Adrian often talks about his heartbeat “to see the Book of Acts happening in the Tri-Cities.” His most frequent prayer is for a church leadership marked by Isaiah 11:2-5, and to see a Great Awakening in our region, marked by many thousands of souls being transformed by the presence and power of Jesus Christ.

Pastor Adrian carries two master’s degrees (M.A., Journalism and M.A., Practical Theology). After completing his research for a doctoral degree in Leadership and Renewal at Regent University, Adrian also earned a D.Min. (ABD) in Leadership & Ministry Management from Trinity (TEDS) in Chicago. Joyce’s undergraduate degree is in Youth Ministry, with certification in TESOL; she is looking forward to completing her master’s degree in seminary.

Adrian and Joyce have six children — two elementary schoolers, one high schooler, and three in college at: Biola University (L.A.), University of Valley Forge (Philad.), and Virginia Tech (Blacksburg, Va.).

Executive Pastor

Aaron Olson has been in pastoral ministry since 2010, serving in a variety of roles, including youth pastor, sports pastor, creative and production pastor, and executive pastor. He studied at North Central University and Central Bible College, and has a deep love for the local church and helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus.

Aaron carries a passion for prayer and for seeing people discover what it truly means to be a son or daughter of God. His desire is for every person to know that Jesus sees them, hears them, knows them, and faithfully walks with them through both the valleys and the mountaintops of life.

Aaron and his wife, Chelsea, have been married since 2008 and together they are raising their four kids—Hadlee, Calli, Baker, and Bennett. Their family moved from Colorado Springs, Colorado, to the Tri-Cities, and they are excited to plant roots and be part of what God is doing in this community.

Youth and Young Adults Pastor

Born and raised in Southern California, James began serving in vocational ministry in 2018 and has been a licensed pastor since 2020. Throughout his ministry journey, he has been involved in worship ministry, youth ministry, young adult ministry, and church planting, developing a deep passion for seeing the next generation encounter Jesus and thrive in an authentic relationship with Him through spiritual formation and discipleship.

Growing up in a Christian home, James accepted Jesus as his Savior at 5 years old, but at 19 experienced a radical life change that led him to fully surrender his life to Christ as Lord. That transformation continues to shape the way he leads, pastors, and invests in people today. James believes there is no “Junior Holy Spirit” meaning the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is alive and active in the next generation, empowering them to live boldly and carry out the mission of Jesus to make disciples that make disciples.

James is married to his wife, Kaitlyn, and together they are raising their two boys, Jude and Bodie. Family is one of his greatest joys, and outside of ministry, he enjoys golfing, working out, spending time with family, and cheering on his beloved Angels baseball team.

Before ministry, James was a college baseball player and later coached high school baseball for two years. His background in sports continues to influence his leadership style through teamwork, encouragement, discipline, and a heart to help people grow into who God has called them to be.

Worship Pastor

Weston Buck serves as Worship Pastor at C3 Tri-Cities, where he loves helping people encounter God through music and worship. He grew up in Reno, Nevada, and has been in full-time ministry since 2017. Weston is an Ordained Minister with a Ministry License obtained through Global University. He and his wife, Stacie, have been married since 2012 and have two children, Brielle and Jude. Their family enjoys good food (especially chicken wings), visiting parks, exploring theme parks, and traveling together. Weston is passionate about building healthy worship teams and creating spaces where people can experience the presence of God.

Care Pastor

Dan has spent most of his life in Washington State, primarily in the greater Seattle area. He graduated from high school as a Bomber while his father served as the pastor at C3 (Columbia Community Church).

Dan and his wife, Darla, are grateful for their three young adult children and feel truly blessed to have them. Throughout his career, Dan has served as a worship pastor in four churches across Pennsylvania, Washington, and Oregon. At home, Dan and Darla enjoy caring for their goats, chickens, and cat while transforming their two-acre property into a small homestead. As Care Pastor, Dan is passionate about empowering the Family of God to care for one another. Through prayer ministry, visitation teams, phone calls, memorial services, and more, he is committed to ensuring that no one in need is overlooked or forgotten.

“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.” 2 Cor. 1:3-4