Bill began his ministry as our Senior Pastor in 1990. A graduate of both Gordon-Conwell and Fuller Seminaries, his knowledge of the Bible and passion for people has helped Stroudwater to become one of Maine's most recognized churches. Dr. Chadwick is the author of Stealing Sheep, a conference speaker, and is active on the boards of many regional Christian organizations. His wife Carol heads up our Women's Ministry and is on the Greater Portland Young Life Committee. They have two sons, Ben and Dan.
Associate Pastor - Rev. Angela Stibitz
Angela holds a master's degree from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and was ordained in August 2005. With extensive counseling experience, and a sharp eye for organization, Angela provides quality care for our church body and oversees the staff and the many ministries of Stroudwater. Her husband Russ is a church Elder and, with Angela, ministers to our young adults in Catacombs.
angela@stroudwater.org
- Jeff Mears
Jeff is an educator and works full time for the Biddeford school system. Graduating from Warner Southern College, Jeff works twenty hours a week with our middle school kids, sharing with them his love of Christ. His ministry dovetails into our Young Life Senior High program, and he is married to Joyalle, who is active in our children's and small group programs. They have two children, Aaron and Grace.
mearsfam@gwi.net
- Bob Brittingham
Bob and his staff oversee high school youth groups in Freeport, Portland, Gorham and Cape Elizabeth. Bob and his staff make faith in Christ a living reality in the lives of our high-schoolers. A graduate of the University of Delaware, Bob's passion and dedication have made Young Life a close affiliate of Stroudwater's ministry. Bob's wife, Pam, heads up the Diaconate Board, and they have two sons, Bobby and Bryce.
ylgp@maine.rr.com
- Terri Brown
Terri directs our volunteer Sunday School staff who offer quality educational programs to our youth every Sunday with Kingdom Kids. Terri brings a solid Christian perspective to our children, equipping them for the rigors of school and life. Her husband, Howie, is the coordinator of our Men's Ministry and, together, they host a small group in their home.
terri@stroudwater.org
Worship Team Director
– Brett Williams
Brett has joined our staff and will be working part time overseeing our outstanding Worship Team. Brett has been part of the worship for many years and brings enthusiasm and excitement to the team. His love for God shines through his music every Sunday. God has blessed him with many talents and we are really happy to have him with us.
Director of Missions, Alpha & Sr. High
– Darren Bantz
Darren in now a full-time member of our staff, overseeing missions,
Alpha, and sr. high youth. He and his wife Kim and 4 girls have attended Stroudwater for many years. His outstanding heart for God and managerial skills make him a great leader. We are truly blessed to have him.
