The Staff at
Chickasha First
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Chad and Julie Allred
Lead Pastors
Pastor Chad is a graduate of Southwestern Assemblies of God University and received his Master of Arts degree in Theology from Oral Roberts University in May of 2019. He is an ordained minister with the Oklahoma District of the Assemblies of God. He and his wife, Pastor Julie, have two beautiful daughters, Giovanna and Arianna.
Pastor Chad's desire is that through Christ's love we connect to God and each other as a family. Pastor Julie serves as Connections Pastor for Chickasha First, so if you are new to the CFA family, Pastor Julie is one of the first people you will meet. Her love for people gives her the perfect opportunity to oversee our friendly greeters and the projects team!
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Coming Soon
Student Pastor
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Trisha and Doug Proulx
Children's Pastors
Pastor Trisha has been in children's ministry since 2011. She and her husband, Doug, hold credentials with the Oklahoma District of the Assemblies of God and are both licensed ministers. Doug and Trisha have 3 children, Ashton, Corbin, and Liberty. Their desire is to share God's love with children and provide them with the tools they need to be disciples for Christ. Email Pastor Trisha at kids@chickashafirst.com
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Timothy Black
Chi Alpha College Campus Pastor
Pastor Tim has been a part of the ministry at Chickasha First since 1992. Thirteen years were in the children's department, twelve of which were as children's pastor, and eleven years as youth pastor. Since August of 2008, Tim has been serving as Chi Alpha campus pastor at Science and Arts of Oklahoma. Timothy is an ordained minister with the Assemblies of God. He and his wife, Connie, have six children and eight grandchildren.
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Sidney Childers
Worship Director
Sidney has been involved in the Chickasha First family since moving to USAO for college in 2018 because of her connection with Chi Alpha. She graduated in the Spring of 2022 and is now working at the college full time as a Success and Career Coach in the Student Center. Sidney joined the staff of Chickasha First in June of 2023.
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Mark Carpenter Melissa Carpenter
Outreach Pastor Accounts Manager
Mark is an ordained minister with the Assemblies of God and he has served fervently in ministry alongside his wife, Melissa, for over 24 years. Throughout their journey, they have tirelessly worked in various areas, including youth, community outreach, and support for seniors of sixty and over through the VIP Hope Group. Mark and Melissa have been happily married for 27 years and are the proud parents of three sons, Colten, Brayden, and Ethan, and one beautiful daughter-in-law, ReAnna. Their unwavering faith and compassionate hearts have touched the lives of many, as they continue to inspire and empower those around them through the ministry.
Melissa has recently stepped into the role of accounts manager and book keeper for the church. We are incredibly grateful for her willingness to step in and serve.