Mark Overton
SENIOR MINISTER
Mark joined the Central staff in 2011. He is a graduate of Johnson University in Knoxville, Tennessee. He is heavily involved in community organizations like Rotary and Bristol Faith in Action. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time on the golf course and being with his family. You can reach Mark at mark@cccbristol.com.
Kris MAngrum
MINISTER OF WORSHIP AND administration
Kris has filled various roles on Central’s staff since 2011. He stepped into his current role as Minister of Worship and Administration in November 2020. He is a graduate of King University in Bristol. Kris leads worship in both the contemporary and traditional services. He also oversees community outreach and engagement and operations in the church office. In his spare time, you can find Kris offering play-by-play commentary for local college and high school athletics. He and his wife, Cooper, are proud parents of two sons, Mason and Brooks. You can reach Kris at kris@cccbristol.com.
MATT MOSHER
MINISTER OF YOUTH AND CONNECTION
Matt joined the CCC family as the Minister of Youth and Connection in December 2018. Matt and his wife, Kori, have two beautiful daughters: Elliana and Charis. Matt graduated from Florida Christian College (now Johnson University Florida) as well as Lincoln Christian University. Matt loves discipleship; discipleship for his family, students, himself, and the church as a whole. Staples for Matt include good coffee, board games, movies/TV shows, deep conversations, and adding new skills to his DIY belt. You can reach Matt at matt@cccbristol.com.
COOPER MANGRUM
Children’s Director
Cooper stepped in to the interim role in October 2023 and joined our staff in a permanent capacity in August 2024. She is the wife of our worship leader, Kris, and a mom to an energetic 5-year-old (Mason), spunky 2-year-old (Brooks), and a sweet pup (Bo). She has been a member of Central since she was 3 years old and is a product of the Children’s Ministry here. She has a huge heart for this ministry and hopes to keep the momentum of our kids’ program. She is excited to watch your children learn to love Jesus and others while also learning about God’s love for them. You can contact Cooper at cooper@cccbristol.com.
BOB PARKER
Co-FACILITIES coordinator
Bob has been a member of Central for over 65 years. He has served as Sunday School teacher, Deacon, Elder, House and Grounds Chairman, and has been Facilities Administrator for several years. He enjoys working with friends on projects at Central. You can reach Bob at bob@cccbristol.com.
BObby MOser
Co-FACILITIES coordinator
Bobby has been a member at Central for more than 12 years. You will often find him working on various projects around the church building throughout the week. Bobby is also a member of our Christian Heirs quartet and a faithful member of our choir. He also enjoys gardening, playing golf, and taking trips to Pigeon Forge with his wife, Linda. You can reach Bobby at moser62@live.com.
DONNA TALLMAN
Office secretary
Donna has been a member of Central Christian Church for over 25 years and the office secretary since 2018. She is married to Rick and is the mother of two sons. She is also the grandmother to two active and handsome grandsons and one lovely and loving granddaughter. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, camping at the beach and in the mountains, traveling, and taking daily walks in nature. You can reach Donna at donna@cccbristol.com.
Nancy WOHLFORD
Office assistant
Nancy joined the staff as of November 2020. She is a member of Munsey Memorial Methodist Church for the last 27 years. She is mother to one daughter, Wendy, and stepmother to a son, Joe, and a daughter, Melissa, from her marriage to the late Ron Murray. She has 3 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. She is an avid hiker in the mountains where she captures the beauty around her with her photography. Nancy loves to read a good book for relaxation. You can reach Nancy at nancy@cccbristol.com.
PATTI QUARLES
MUSIC ASSISTANT
Born in Chicago and raised in England and The Tidewater area, Patti has been the organist, keyboardist, and accompanist for Central since 2012. She studied with Clifford Herzer, student of the Levines of the Julliard School of Music. Patti has recorded two original Christian CD's and also performs for several Tri-Cities events including the Symphony Ball, Christian Women's Connection, Kingsport's Liberty Celebration, and several other functions. You can reach Patti at pattiquarles@yahoo.com.
TOMMY SHARRETT
CUSTODIAN/OPERATIONS tech
Tommy began working at Central in 2007. He has also been leading our graphical presentations in service for 25 years. Tommy spends his spare time playing Xbox and is an avid collector of everything Funko.
COURTNEY WORTHY
Children’s Ministry AsSISTANT
Courtney has been working our Children's Department Assistant since 2016. She and her husband, Chad, are the parents of two boys. Keegan is 17 and graduating from high school this year. Harry is 7 and in the first grade. Courtney enjoys reading and crocheting in her free time.
MARY ARGENBRIGHT
NURSERY COORDINATOR
Mary has been a member of CCC since 2016, and was involved in the Worship Ministry and Video Ministry with her husband, Tim, before accepting the role as Nursery Coordinator in 2021. She graduated from Johnson University and ETSU, and worked as an Elementary School Counselor for 6 years before choosing to stay home with her two daughters, Leina and Nami. Mary enjoys running, singing, reading, and everything Lilo and Stitch, and is passionate about caring for children and families.
REGINA BOWMAN
NURSERY ASSISTANT
BROOKE PENNINGS
NURSERY ASSISTANT
Brooke and her family have been at CCC since 2021. She and her husband, Grant, have been married since 2022. They have two children, Hudson and Sophie, and two fur babies Annie and Archie. Brooke is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner full-time and loves working with kids.
CINDY HICKS
NURSERY ASSISTANT
Cindy and her family have been members at Central since 2013. She and her husband, David, have been married for 28 years and they have 4 sons - Alex, Daniel, Stephen and Luke. Her oldest son (Alex) and daughter-in-love (Kaley) have a daughter named Amelia, Cindy’s first grand baby! Daniel recently graduated from Rhodes College and King University. Stephen is attending Tennessee Tech and Luke is entering his senior year at Tennessee High School. Cindy joined the nursery staff in 2024.