Lead Pastor - Chris Puccini

Chris graduated from North Central University in Minneapolis, then launched into full time ministry. An ordained minister with the Assemblies of God, he has been in ministry for 13 years in Oklahoma, Nebraska, and Arizona.  Chris became the lead pastor at Copper Mountain, in Oro Valley, in February of 2009. 

Lanette graduated from North Central University with a degree in elementary education. She oversees our family ministries and coordinates KidzWorld children's ministries.

Chris and Lanette are passionate about following Christ and want to take as many others with them as possible.  They have three children, Juliana (8), Ryan (6), and Chloe (2). 

Community Life Pastor - Sue Whitmore

Sue was ordained in 2009 after spending time with her husband, Dale, as Missionary Associates in Asia.  They have served at Copper Mountain since shortly after the launch at Copper Creek Elementary school.  Sue has a tremendous heart to make disciples and serves in the area of Community Life; helping others connect and grow in the spiritual community of Copper Mountain.