About LBF Church

A California native, Dan earned a bachelor’s degree in biblical studies from The Master’s College and a Master of Divinity from Multnomah Biblical Seminary. He has served on staff at LBF Church as the teaching pastor since 2011. Dan and his wife, Karina, have three sons—Matthew, Jack, and David—two of whom are currently in college.

Dan is passionate about helping people overcome significant obstacles, embrace Jesus, and discover God’s calling for their lives. In his free time, he enjoys reading, watching movies, playing pickleball, riding his bike, and following baseball and basketball.
A California native, Dan has a bachelor’s in Biblical Studies from The Master’s College and a Master of Divinity from Multnomah Biblical Seminary. He has been on staff at LBF as the Pastor of Teaching since 2011. Married to Karina, they have three young boys – Matthew, Jack, and David. Besides his family, Dan is also passionate about seeing people overcome significant obstacles and embrace Jesus to find his calling for their lives. His favorite past times include reading, watching movies, playing tennis, riding his bike, and watching baseball and basketball.

After growing up in the Bay Area, Troy earned his bachelor’s degree in Santa Barbara and later completed a master’s degree in Christian ministry. He began serving in pastoral ministry three weeks before marrying his wife, Heidi, in 1997. They have three children: Caedon, Ariel, and Tate.

Troy joined the LBF Church staff as the serving pastor in 2017 and transitioned into the role of executive pastor in 2022. He is passionate about seeing people grow in their faith, both in the local community and around the world. Troy enjoys exploring different cultures, hiking with his family, playing pickleball, and having movie nights with Heidi.

Raised in a Christian home, Andy accepted Jesus as his Savior at age 16 and began leading worship soon afterward. During his senior year of high school, he felt God calling him into full-time ministry. Andy is passionate about caring for orphans and sharing the truth of the gospel through music and creativity. His favorite artists and musical influences include Delirious?, Tim Hughes, Matt Redman, Jesus Culture, Hillsong United, and Phil Wickham.

Laurie was born and raised in Glendora. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Cal State Fullerton. In 1999, she married her husband, Michael and they have two adult children Together they have attended LBF Church since 2006 and love being a part of the community.

Laurie joined the LBF staff as Children’s Ministry Pastor in 2012. She is passionate about helping children develop a heart for Jesus and partnering with parents to build a foundation of faith in their children for the next generation.
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Bill and his wife, Michelle, are Glendora natives who have been married since 1995. They have three adult children—Kenzie, who is married to Stephen, Cooper, and Madison—and a loyal retriever and blue heeler mix named Bear.

Bill began following Jesus after attending a Christian punk rock concert at Citrus College in the late ’80s, an experience that changed the direction of his life. Having grown up in a home that was resistant to church, Bill has a heart for those who feel like outsiders or wonder whether they belong. He has served in pastoral ministry since 1993 and loves helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus, discover their purpose, and experience the abundant life God created them for.

Bill earned a master’s degree in leadership from Hope International University. As a lifelong learner, he continues to pursue opportunities for growth and new challenges.

Summer is a California girl in both spirit and lifestyle, but she has a heart for the nations. She and her husband, Greg, spent eight years serving the Lord in Europe, where they welcomed their son, Kodiak.

Summer is passionate about gathering and connecting women, bringing them together in unity at the feet of Jesus. If there is food, ridiculous games, laughter, dark chocolate, and meaningful conversation, you can count her in!

John grew up in Ontario. He and his wife, Natalie, have been married for 26 years and have two adult children, Zach and Kaitlin, as well as a granddaughter who brings them great joy.

The Lord called John and Natalie to San Antonio, where they spent nine years helping plant a church and serving in various ministries. When God called them back to California, they found their church home at LBF. John served as LBF’s facilities specialist for seven years while also helping lead the Men’s Ministry.

In 2025, John became LBF’s full-time Pastor in both our Men’s and Care Ministries. He is passionate about helping men grow in their faith and caring for those who are vulnerable or in need.

Tim and his family have attended LBF Church since 2002. He is passionate about helping people use their gifts to draw them closer to Jesus through serving Him locally and globally. He is also passionate about building relationships with those in other parts of the world that haven’t had the opportunity to experience the love of Jesus. Tim, his wife Tracy, and their two children, Ruby and Hayden, have lived in Upland since 2000 and love their community. Some say that Tim’s interest in motorcycles is something he should seek help for. He maintains it’s just a healthy interest.

Ethan grew up in Rancho Cucamonga, California. He, his wife Natalie, and their son Levi began attending LBF in 2025. Ethan felt called to ministry in high school, leading him to help start a church and serve in various roles—including leader, intern, director, and pastor—over the past decade. He loves investing in people of all ages, helping them know God personally, and equipping those called into ministry. Outside of church, Ethan enjoys barbecuing, watching movies and TV shows, and embarking on new adventures with his family.

Andrea grew up in San Diego, California, where she met her husband, Mike. Together they have two adult daughters, Taylor and Samantha. Andrea loves traveling, camping, and making memories with family and friends, and she’s always ready for the next adventure. After hosting international students from Western Christian Schools for 12 years, she considers it a joy to share the love of Jesus with students from around the world. Andrea and Mike have called LBF Church home for more than 18 years and enjoy serving together in LifeKids, Exit 83, and on the Thailand GO Team

Kiki was the first person in her family to get a formal education. She was eventually led to get an LVN degree, graduating with honors at 53 years old. Before she was able to land her first job, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. After successfully beating cancer, the opportunity to work at LBF Church opened and she couldn’t turn it down. What a blessing it is to work with a great staff and be a part of the LBF Church family! Married, with two daughters and three grandchildren, she and her husband Greg and have a collection of vintage cars they enjoy sharing with others.

Born and raised in Long Beach, Gwen met her husband Matt while studying at LBCC. They now live in Ontario with their five children, and have been calling LBF home since 2016. Gwen loves spending time with her family, laughing, watching old movies, and the rain.

Kaitlin has been married to her high school sweetheart for three years, and together they have a one-year-old daughter who keeps them busy and smiling. As a family, they love spending time outdoors at the beach, in the mountains, and at local parks, making memories together whenever they can. Kaitlin is passionate about helping children learn about Jesus and His love for them, and she is excited to be a part of what God is doing at LBF.

Lily married her husband, Jeremiah, in 2024 after dating for five years. She loves singing, spending time outdoors, and making memories with family and friends. Most of all, Lily is passionate about sharing the love of Jesus and living out her faith each day. She is thankful to be part of a church family that encourages spiritual growth, genuine relationships, and a deeper walk with Christ.

Hailing from Vincennes, Indiana, Lea attained a Bachelor’s in graphic design and fine art through Vincennes University and Indiana State University. After stumbling upon LBF Church through our website and attending Meet LBF, she quickly made LBF Church her home. Lea is passionate about the Bible, books, food, and musicals.

Shauntel grew up in Glendora, California. She and her husband Chad have three children and have been coming to LBF Church for 23 years, where she says, “It’s such a joy to come to a place where the leaders and elders have a such a passion for the word and for God’s truth and the people. We all have a story and I love being able to meet new people and see how God is at work in their lives and what he has in store for their future.”

Kim proudly calls Chicago her hometown, although her family moved to Rancho Cucamonga when she was two years old. She and her husband, Darrin, still live there and have been part of LBF Church since 1996. They have three adult daughters: Payton, Taylor, and Lacey. Kim is happiest camping at the beach with her family or cheering on the Chicago Bears.

Greg joined the LBF staff in 2024. He and his wife, Joy, both grew up in La Verne as pastors’ kids. They have been married for 35 years and have three adult children: Mark, Kaylen, and Jarret.

Before joining LBF, Greg spent 35 years in the corporate world, gaining experience in strategic management, operations, budgeting, project management, and leadership. He holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of La Verne. Greg’s transition into church operations is rooted in his faith and his desire to use his business experience to strengthen the church’s administrative functions and support faithful financial stewardship.

Emilia was born and raised in Los Angeles. She attended high school in West Covina, where she met her husband, Sergio. They married in 1985 and have three adult children, all of whom are married, and six grandchildren—with more to come! Emilia enjoys spending time outdoors, discovering new places, and reading historical fiction.

Chris grew up in the Glendora and Covina area before moving to Upland with her son, Darien, in 2003. In her free time, she enjoys being with family, reading, scrapbooking, and creating diamond art. Chris also enjoys serving on the Tech Team and in LifeKids, where she spends Sunday mornings with the two- and three-year-olds. While searching for a church with strong, Bible-centered teaching, she discovered LBF Church and began attending in 2018, becoming a member later that year.

Sarah grew up in Orange County, California. She and her husband, Ruben, have been married for 20 years and are proud parents to five daughters. After spending several years in Riverside, they settled in Upland in 2017, where Life Bible Fellowship Church quickly became their home church. Before joining the LBF staff in 2021, Sarah was an active volunteer in both LIFEKids and Guest Services. She loves spending time at the beach, baking, and hanging out with her family.

Nichole grew up in the countryside north of Paso Robles, California. She studied studio art with an emphasis in design at Biola University. After graduating, she joined the LBF Church staff as a graphic designer in 2020. Nichole enjoys ceramics, drawing, swimming, reading, and spending time with friends and family.

Kristen grew up in Sunland, California. She and her husband, Rich, have been married for 28 years. After spending 18 years in Washington and Arizona they settled here in Upland. Life Bible Fellowship was the second church they visited and have called it home for 9 years. Kristen did a lot of volunteer work over the years at LBF before coming on staff. She loves to spend time with family and friends, reading and playing in the dirt (also known as gardening).

Tyler is a Upland native who began attending and volunteering at Life Bible Fellowship Church in 2011. He joined the LBF staff in 2014. He married his wife, Elise, in 2022, and together they have two children, Fox and Azaliah.

Tyler oversees the church’s audio, video, and lighting systems while leading the production ministry. On Sundays, you’ll often find him running sound and helping everything flow smoothly behind the scenes across campus. He loves using technology to support worship and create an atmosphere where people can focus on God’s Word and encounter Him. If you see him in the sound booth on Sunday morning, be sure to stop by and say hello!

Born and raised right here in Upland, Ryan graduated with his bachelor’s in Communication at Cal Poly Pomona. Passionate about film-making, Ryan has been on staff as LBF’s Video Coordinator since 2012. He and his wife, Kathy, were married in 2014.

Michael was born and raised in Upland, California, and met his wife, Sabrina, while attending Arizona State University. They have three children and have called LBF Church home since 2006. After 23 years as a general contractor, Michael now enjoys caring for the facilities of the church that played a significant role in leading him to faith in Jesus.

Zach grew up in Claremont, California. He found LBF through the website and decided to attend a Sunday service. From then on, he declared LBF as his second home. Before he was welcomed onto staff, he regularly volunteered around the campus. He enjoys reading, music, and nature. Furthermore, he is passionate about God, serving the church, and opportunities to grow.

Dalton and his family have been members at LBF since 2013. He and his wife, Ally, were born and raised in the Upland area and feel a strong connection to this community. Dalton and Ally lead a life group with other young families and have a passion for focusing on Christ centered marriages and parenting that points towards Christ. Dalton owns a small business in the Claremont Village and coaches soccer for a local college.

Bob was raised in San Dimas and became a follower of Jesus at age 19 through the influence of his girlfriend, Cathy, who later became his wife. They have two sons, Todd and Drew, and three grandchildren they adore. Bob and Cathy started a business in 1985 that continues to thrive today. Passionate about raising up the next generation of leaders, Bob enjoys teaching children and youth what it means to live like Christ. He also enjoys restoring pre-1965 Porsches and Volkswagens and is excited to see LBF Church continue its passionate pursuit of LIFE in Jesus.

Jeff and his wife, Colleen, met through the college group at Grace Church of Glendora and have been married for 41 years. They have three adult children and five grandchildren. After serving in city government for more than 40 years, Jeff retired, and he and Colleen moved to Rancho Cucamonga. They began attending LBF Church and became members in 2021.

Jeff enjoys serving wherever he can and is a member of the Board of Trustees at Oak Valley College. At LBF, he is involved in Men’s Bible Study and New Commandment Ministry, and he and Colleen lead a LIFEgroup together. Jeff is grateful for the opportunity to serve the LBF Church family.

Stan is a Southern California native who was born and raised in the Los Angeles area. He and his wife, Sue, live in Rancho Cucamonga and have attended LBF Church for 15 years. Stan retired as a division chief after serving with the fire department for 36 years.

Stan and Sue serve together in LBF’s Marriage Ministry and are passionate about seeing marriages flourish as God intended. Stan loves history, and he and Sue enjoy traveling throughout the United States, especially visiting historic sites.