STAFF
Tyler Walsh
Pastor of Worship and Missions
Tyler oversees the worship ministries of the church, leads our preaching team, and is the primary preacher at our Sunday worship gatherings. He holds a bachelor's degree in Bible/Theology and Educational Ministries from Multnomah University (2012) and master's degree in Biblical and Theological studies from Western Seminary (2020). Tyler grew up in Vancouver, enjoys hiking, camping, and reading. He is married to Olivia and they have four children.
Cindy Abitz
Director of Outreach and Family Ministries
Cindy oversees family and outreach ministries at our church including children's church, afterschool programs, guest services and family events. Cindy grew up in Felida, enjoys traveling, long walks and knitting. Cindy graduated from Multnomah University in 2004 with a bachelor's in Bible/Theology and Educational Ministries. She is married to Dan Abitz and they have one daughter.
Claire Barton
Worship Director
Claire oversees worship team and youth band ministry. Growing up with a mother who led worship and a super musical family, Claire loves being able to serve in this capacity. She also enjoys musical theater and dance as well as curling up with a good book on a cold wet day.
Drew Whithorn
Director of Discipleship Ministries
Drew oversees the discipleship ministries of the church, including the youth and adult small groups and Bible Explorer programs. He holds a bachelor's degree in Bible/Theology and Pastoral Ministries from Multnomah University and is currently attending Multnomah Biblical Seminary where he is working towards a master's degree in Old Testament. Drew grew up in Vancouver, enjoys fishing, woodworking, hiking, camping, and reading. He is married to Amanda and they have two children.
Brianna Gadaire
Youth Coordinator
Bri works with Cindy to oversee and coordinate the youth ministry. She leads teen small groups, Youth Bible Explorer classes, and youth events. Bri has been involved in youth ministry in various capacities since 2016 and has a bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies from Multnomah University. She is a Vancouver native and enjoys hiking, reading, and playing sports such as spikeball and ultimate frisbee.
Marti Gadaire
Office Secretary
Marti works part-time as a church secretary and handles a variety of office-related tasks. She is married to Kevin and they have two grown children and one grandson. Her hobbies include jet skiing, reading, and going on long walks.
Donna Spencer
Office Secretary
Donna works part-time in our office. She also leads a women's Bible study on Thursday mornings. She has been part of the Felida Bible family since 1996. She has 3 children, 3 grandchildren, and 3 great-children.