Mike Carlen

Family Pastor | Email

Mike has worked around Life Church for many years in several capacities, and, along with his wife Jean, assist with pastoral care duties. He works hard to ensure that everyone has a place to belong in Life Church. Mike also serves as the communication director for Life and wears many other hats as part of the pastoral staff. Before joining the staff, he traveled the world for eight years, utilizing his talents as a singer/evangelist. Mike and Jean have three children, Michael, Alexander (wife, Hilary), and Joy.

Michael Matney, CPA

Controller/Administrator | Email

Michael Matney is the Controller-Administrator at Life Church. He is a graduate of Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, LA with a Bachelor of Science Degree, major in Accounting. He is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the State of Texas and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. He has served as CFO for banking and commercial real estate companies. Michael is very enthusiastic about working with Life Church to promote excellence and efficiency as the church goes about the business aspects of ministry with professionalism and exemplary stewardship.

Jean Carlen

Executive Assistant | Email

Jean serves as Executive Assistant to Pastor Jim and also administrates the church calendar, coordinates schedules for the pastoral staff, and is the Hospitality Director for the church. She attended the University of Houston-Clear Lake and served as an educator for 22 years. She also works alongside her husband Mike who serves as Family Pastor.

Annie King

Worship Leader | Email

Andrea King was born and raised at Life Church. While beginning to sing at a very young age, it soon became clear her passion for music would continue to grow and flourish throughout her life. After graduating high school she attended Indiana Bible College in Indianapolis, IN, and received a Bachelor of Arts in Music. While at IBC she traveled extensively with IBC Praise in nearly all 50 states and overseas. Andrea is a talented, anointed worship leader, choir director, songwriter and music teacher.

Mark Andrews

The "Crash" Student Pastor | Email

Mark Andrews became The "Crash" Pastor in 2008.  Along with his wife, Latisha, they strive to teach the youth of Life how to have a genuine relationship with God. 

Randy Casey, CPA

Chief Financial Officer | Email

Randy is a graduate of the University of Houston and the managing partner of Ashland Group, LP. Since 2002, he has served Life as chief financial officer.

Simeon Costa

Life Studies Director | Email

Simeon is new to Houston but is passionate about this city for the sake of the gospel. Born, raised and educated in California, Simeon created the Life Studies program with one goal in mind..."to reach those who are looking for a relationship with Christ". If you are interested in a Bible study or how to teach a Bible study, Simeon will spend the necessary time to share with you solid biblical principles that will help connect you to and develop a consistent walk with God.

Mary Medellin

LLB Daycare Director | Email

Mary enjoys working with children, and it shows. Her loving personality is well suited for her ministry as the director of Life's Little Blessings, our on-site day care center.  For more information check out LLB's website.

http://lifeslittleblessings.cc/

Donna Charlesworth

Staff Accountant | Email

Donna graduated with honors from Ferriday High School, Ferriday, LA, and then received a Bachelor in Religious Education from Texas Bible College in Houston, TX. She began teaching at Life Christian Academy where she remained for thirty-four years. Donna has also studied at San Jacinto College for two years in Pasadena, TX.  She is currently Staff Accountant for Life Church, and recently became Life’s director of KIDS HOPE USA, a mentoring program to help at-risk students in elementary schools. She is married to the love of her life, Randy.