KEVIN McGUIRE

CO-PASTOR

Kevin married the love of his life, Valerie, in 1982. They deeply enjoy spending time with their three boys Drew, Zack, and Luke, and two daughters-in-law, Samantha and Jessica. Their family has been a part of Christ Community Church for 25 years.

Kevin and Valerie delight in spending time with family and have taken pleasure in watching their boys play sports through their high school and college days. They thoroughly appreciate the holidays as they get to spend time with both close and extended family. Kevin enjoys a wide range of athletics and routinely watches local sports teams including the Tigers, Lions, Pistons, and Red Wings.

Kevin’s passions are Jesus, the gospel, and planting churches around the globe. He adores the growth within the community and the church and is blessed that he has the opportunity to indulge in fellowship with this body of Christ-lovers.

DR. ALEX LOGINOW

CO-PASTOR

Alex was 10 years old when his family joined Christ Community Church in January 1999. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies from Boyce College (2011), and served as a pastoral intern at CCC the summer between his freshman and sophomore year. After college he graduated with his Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Christian Ministry from Southern Seminary (2015). Alex received his Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) in Expository Preaching from Southern (2018). His dissertation, written under the supervision of Dr. Brian Payne, is entitled, Greater Than The Former: A Christocentric Approach To Haggai In Light Of Recent Christocentric Homiletics.

Pastor Alex has been in full-time pastoral ministry since 2009. He served 2 churches in Kentucky before he was called as a pastor of Christ Community Church in 2013.

Alex has been married to his brilliant and beautiful wife, Bethany, since May 2009. They both met and were married at Christ Community. They have six kids: Alex Jr., Jack, Haddon, Sophia, Anastasia, and Evangeline.

DR. BRETT ECKEL

PASTOR OF MEMBER CARE

Brett has been attending Christ Community Church since 1999. He was baptized here and has since served in different teaching roles and as a deacon.

He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy (B.A.) while Minoring in History at Oakland University (2016) and a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Christian Ministry from Southern Seminary (2019). Brett received his Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) in Apologetics from Southern (2024). His dissertation, written under the supervision of Dr. Jonathan T. Pennington, is entitled, Death Will Die: Finding Eternal Life From A Johannine Ars Moriendi. Brett also serves as a Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) in Troy, MI. As a chaplain Brett has served populations predominantly in Emergency Center, trauma, and behavioral health, and addiction.

Pastor Brett is a fan of the Detroit Lions and enjoys watching the Detroit Pistons and Michigan Football. He has been married to his lovely wife Gina since June 2014. Brett and Gina both grew up and currently reside in Sterling Heights where they have made this community their home. They have three children: Calvin, Ezekiel, and Elise.

MICHAEL CHAMPOUX

Elder

Mike has been attending Christ Community Church for the entirety of his life. His parents joined in 1979 and have been faithful members since. Mike has served as the youth pastor at CCC since 2011, was on the deacon board for several years, and was ordained as an elder in 2019.

Mike married his beloved wife Holly in 2015. Together, they have 2 children, Gabriel and Juliette.

Outside of serving the church, Mike enjoys all things horticulture and landscaping, including taking care of the church property and putting in seasonal floral displays. He also loves hockey and yearly trips to Traverse city with his wife.

ANDREW LOGINOW

ELDER

Andrew has been an elder since 2021. He married Christina in May 2017. They have three daughters, Clara, Eleanor and one on the way.

ZACK McGUIRE

ELDER

Zack is a lifelong member of Christ Community Church. He served as a deacon and held several teaching roles.

Zack graduated from Michigan State University in 2018, earning a Bachelor of Science in Packaging Engineering, and played MSU baseball for four years. He served as President of Michigan State’s christian student-athlete group, Athletes in Action.

He married his lovely wife, Jessica, in 2018. Jess grew up in Shelby Township and also graduated from Michigan State University. They reside in Troy.

Zack is an avid fan of MSU and Detroit sports teams. He likes to golf and along with Jess, enjoys health and fitness.

BOB OWENS

ELDER

Bob joined Christ Community Church at the age of six. In 1995, Bob married his high school sweetheart, Cia. They are thankful to have three sons, Austin, Christian, and Dylan. Bob and Cia love spending time with family and enjoyed watching their older two sons play sports throughout high school and college. Dylan is still up and coming. Bob also loves spending time hunting and fishing in God’s great outdoors with family and friends.

Bob has served in many teaching roles, including children’s ministry, Junior and Senior High, College, and adult classes. Bob was ordained as an Elder in 2011 and is thankful for the opportunity to serve with other godly men.

JOHN BABUKA

student ministry leader

John came to Christ Community Church from Mount Hope Church in Bristol, Rhode Island, in 2020 and officially joined in January 2021. He earned a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering at Roger Williams University in May 2020. There, he started the Christian Student Fellowship, a campus ministry of Mount Hope Church. He served as the President of that student organization for three years, where he taught Bible studies and discipled many students. In the summer of 2020, John completed an internship at MHC. John is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Leadership from Southern Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky.

John has been married to his wonderful wife, Elizabeth, since October 2021 after meeting at Christ Community Church. John enjoys studying theology, reading, swimming, and CrossFit.

ANDREW VADNAIS

MUSIC LEADER

Andrew has been a member of Christ Community Church since 2003. He married Stephanie in 2015, and they have two children, Everly and Andrew Jr.

Andrew is a deacon & has led music at Christ Community Church since 2014.