Andrew Thompson helped start Columbia Grove in 2004. Since then, he has served as Columbia Grove's senior pastor.

He has a Masters of Divinity Degree from North Park Theological Seminary, Chicago, and is currently working on his Doctor of Ministry Degree through Portland Seminary. He has been ordained in the Evangelical Covenant Church since 2005. He is also an accomplished songwriter whose worship songs are being sung nationwide.

Andrew is married to his wife of 27+ years, Anita. They have two daughters, Lauren and Elizabeth. His role on the staff is to serve the church by keeping its congregation and staff focused on our mission and Biblically inspired to pursue it.

Paul Collard joined the Columbia Grove staff in 2018 as the Pastor of Volunteer Development. His current role as Executive Pastor is to lead the many different Ministry Teams, Committees, and Volunteers at Columbia Grove.  Paul's passion is to Serve and watch people grow in their faith.  A great icebreaker question for Paul is to ask him about Officiating Football:)

Heather Olson has lived in Wenatchee for the last 8 years and was born and raised in Eastern Washington. Heather is married to Richard Olson and together they have 5 children, 4 boys and 1 girl, ages 32 down to 8, and 4 grandchildren. 

Heather has served in multiple areas with Columbia Grove such as Connection Group Leader, Worship Team, Leadership Team, and Children's Church teacher to name a few. Her passion is to build up women and children and develop a deep love for our Savior Jesus Christ. Her favorite passtimes are reading, hiking, camping, and riding her motorcycles with her family and friends.

Ice breaker question: Ask Heather about cabin living off-grid.

Brett joined the Columbia Grove Staff in July of 2022. He has been living in Wenatchee since 2008 and has lived in Eastern Washington his entire life. He's married to Sarah Floyd and they have four kids, two boys, and two girls. His parents, Bob and Susan Floyd helped plant Columbia Grove in Wenatchee and he has been a regular attendee ever since. He is committed to God and his family and does his best to put them first. He also has a strong honesty policy at work and at home. But, he always loves to laugh and keep things positive.

Brett's Personal Mission Statement:

"My purpose is to use my patience and my wisdom, to love and encourage people so they hear each other and respond with truth-filled answers."

When Brett has free time, which is rare with four young kids, he likes to cook, play computer games, design websites, craft things, and play board games with family and friends.

Wyatt Hobbs, our Worship Intern for the 2023-2024 school year and a music student at Wenatchee Valley College, hails from Yelm, Washington. Born in Ellensburg, he moved with his family due to his father's work as a Fish and Wildlife Officer. Wyatt started leading worship in high school, spending three years with friends in the youth group and later becoming the solo worship leader at Cascades Camp for two summers. Proficient in five instruments, including guitar, bass, and drums, he also enjoys outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, and swimming, alongside a passion for sports like football and ultimate frisbee.

Our Leadership Team is responsible for “building, maintaining, and overseeing the spiritual welfare of the congregation and for directing and overseeing all ministries and business affairs of the church.”

Team members are elected by the Membership to serve for three-year terms. Officers of the Leadership Team are decided within the team. The team meets monthly at the church.

• Walt Ness - Chair
• Brandt Cappell - Vice Chair
• Marcia Hahn - CFO
• J Brian Addleman
• John Brandt
• Debbie Garrow
• Carla Perleberg
• Cheryl Meeteer

Have questions? Contact our staff at the church office.