Chris Modrzejewski – Pastor of Youth and Children Ministries

Chris came on board as Student Ministry Pastor in January of 2006 and went full-time in July 2006 assuming the additional role of Children Ministry Pastor. His primary responsibilities include teaching at youth group and leading teams of adults to work with both youth and children.

Chris is a 2005 graduate of Trinity International University in Deerfield, IL. He is married to Lisa, and they are the proud parents of a little girl born December 2008 and a little boy born September 2010. They also have 2 dogs, Toby (silky terrier) and Leah (bichon/poodle mix). Chris is an avid runner. He's currently training for several half marathons and plans to run the Chicago Marathon in 2011 (his first full marathon). In his spare time he enjoys reading, Frisbee, backpacking, and playing with his kids. He's also a devout Chicago Cubs and Bears fan and has been known to drop everything for free tickets. Having quite a bit of Starbucks experience, both as an employee and customer, Chris is considered our resident “coffee expert.”