Pastor Search

LEAD PASTOR

Transition Summary

In early 2025, Lead Pastor Jason Gallman announced that he would not be returning to his full-time role following medical leave, though his condition had not worsened—he remains under steady treatment for his cancer. This fall, Jason has sensed God leading him back into the classroom, and is now teaching English at Franklin Community High School. He and his family remain involved at CCG as faithful congregants and volunteers.


To help guide us through this transition, Brad Barmore has been serving faithfully as Interim Lead Pastor. This fall, Brad is taking a planned 90-day sabbatical for rest, renewal, and family care—something he had been preparing for before this leadership change. During this time, church operations, preaching, and ministry will continue under the leadership of staff and elders.


Meanwhile, the elders have begun an open search for our next Lead Pastor. We are prayerfully trusting God’s provision and timing as He leads us into the next chapter of ministry together.

Lead Pastor

Transition Summary


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BRAD'S SABBATICAL

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OPEN SEARCH

JASON'S DIAGNOSIS


How can I

Get involved?

Fast & Pray

We invite you to join the staff, Elders and leaders of our church in praying and fasting on Thursdays. Every Thursday you’re welcome to attend a time of prayer from 12:00-12:30pm at the church. If you are unable to attend in person, email Dean Bouzeos in order to attend via a Zoom meeting.


Volunteer

While we are looking for a new lead pastor, the work of the Gospel has not stopped. As much now as any other time we need people giving their time and talent to the work of the Church. Signup here or contact Delora Craig for more information.


Join the Elders meeting, Public Session

The Elders hold a public meeting that all CCG members are welcome to join. Meetings are held at the church from 7-8 pm on the second Tuesday of each month.


Contact the Elders

The Elders welcome your insights and questions throughout this process. Please reach out via email to elders@ccgonline.org with any questions and please always feel free to stop us in the halls at any time! You can find the list of current Elders over on the Staff Page.



Timeline

Jason Gallman, our Lead Pastor, announces that he has been diagnosed with Prostate Cancer.

April 2024

Jason Gallman announces plans to take an extended medical leave.

May 2024

Jason Gallman, our Lead Pastor for the last six years, shares that he is going to step into a part-time Associate Pastor role. This is the best decision for Jason, Kim and their family as Jason continues to walk through his cancer battle.

March 2025

Brad Barmore accepts the Interim Lead Pastor role.

March 2025

Elders conduct listening meetings with all CCG staff on next steps for Lead Pastor position.

March 2025

Elders engage the Council of Elders (past Elders) regarding next steps for Lead Pastor position.

March 2025

Elders hold multiple meetings to hear from CCG members on next steps for Lead Pastor position.

Late March 2025

Brad Barmore interviews for Lead Pastor role with Elder Board.

April 2025

After much prayer and discernment the Elders share with CCG staff and Council of Elders (past Elders) the unanimous decision to pursue an open search for the next Lead Pastor.

June 2025

The Elders share with CCG Small Group leaders the unanimous decision to pursue an open search for the next Lead Pastor.

July 12, 2025

The Elders announce to the congregation they have unanimously decided to pursue an open search for the next Lead Pastor.

July 13, 2025

CCG partners with the Vanderbloemen group to assist in the search process for our next Lead Pastor.

August 2025

Brad Barmore takes a previously planned 90 day sabbatical for rest, renewal, and family care.

September 2025