Leadership
Pastorial
Senior Pastor:
Daniel Cassels
Wife: Hannah
Children: Jackson & Allison
“And whatever you do, in word or in deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” Colossians 3:17 (CSB)
Pastor Daniel Cassels, his wife Hannah, son Jack and daughter Allie are settling down in Santa Maria area. Daniel grew up in Washington State and Hannah in Globe, Arizona. Though this seems like worlds apart they met while Daniel was serving at Shadow Hills Baptist Church in Las Vegas Nevada. They were married January 06, 2006, and have served God as a family ever since.
While attending the College at Southwestern (a part of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary) in Fort Worth, Texas they felt a call to go into full time ministry on the west coast. This call brought them to the wonderful church of Life Way Fellowship in Santa Maria California in 2009. They love to serve God by serving people, fellowshipping, and sharing the Good News of Christ.
Deacon:
Ricky Blackshear
Wife: Gloria
Deacon:
Merwyn Utter ( Grant)
Wife: Cindy
Deacon:
Wesley Helzer Sr.
Wife: Jan
Worship
Worship Leader:
Stacey Utter
Husband: Jason
Children: Nic, Tavin & Claire
Staff
Administrative Assistant:
Johnathan Brady
Wife: Julie
“Let us not get tired of doing good, for we will reap at the proper time if we don’t give up.” Galatians 6:9 (CSB)
Johnathan Brady and his wife Julie have been with Life Way Fellowship for the past 13 yrs. He has served Life Way Fellowship in many ways during his time here. He has also served on State and Associational Boards/Committees representing Life Way Fellowship. He is currently studying at Laurus College in Web and Graphic Design.
Treasurer
Gloria Blackshear
Husband: Ricky Blackshear
“Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” 1 Peter 4:10 (NIV)
Gloria is married to Ricky Blackshear who is also one of our deacons. A wonderful lady who has served in the church for many years. Gloria serves in several other ministries including helping on the praise team every Sunday morning.
Ministry Leaders
Children’s Leaders
Gloria Blackshear
Cecilia Lopez
Jan Helzer
Youth and Middle School
Jennette Stites
Wesley Helzer Jr.
College
Jason Utter
Stacey Utter
Men’s
Mike Childs
Johnathan Brady
Wes Helzer Sr.
Women’s
Hannah Cassels
Outreach
Johnathan & Julie Brady
David & Anna Duke
Usher / Greeter
Mike Childs
Cafe / Coffee Cart
Johnathan & Julie Brady
David & Anna Duke