BIBLICAL ELDERSHIP

To define Biblical Eldership we look at three, distinguishing features of a New Testament, Christian Eldership: Church oversight & leadership, qualified leadership, and servant leadership. 

MEET OUR ELDERS

Jay Bruner

Jay and Regina Bruner planted Center Point Church in 1998, beginning with just a handful of people gathered in their home. Over the years, their leadership has shaped CPC into a thriving community with a heart for both local and global mission. Jay has led more than eleven mission trips across the U.S. and internationally — including Brazil, Honduras, India, and Canada — and together, he and Regina have led CPC to help launch eighteen church plants that have gone on to plant others. Their passion for local outreach led to the creation of Refresh BISD, a back-to-school party with a purpose serving thousands of under-resourced students, and The Bridge Ministry, connecting homeless teens in the local district to critical support and hope. Jay currently serves as Lead Pastor and first Elder of CPC, providing visionary leadership while also serving as a police and victims chaplain for the City of North Richland Hills. Through it all, Jay and Regina’s ministry and marriage reflect their shared heartbeat — to help people discover and live a God-centered life, and to see God’s love transform lives both near and far.

Mike Britt

Mike and his wife, Jill, have been members of CPC since 2016. Mike became an Elder in 2019 and has served as Chairman since 2023. Mike has served in many leadership roles, such as Life Group Leader, Home Team Leader, Board of Directors, and Welcome Team, as well as supporting other ministries and mission events including Fix-It Blitz, Needs Ministry, Marriage Nights, and BISD Refresh. Mike currently serves as the Leader of the Men's Ministry, Leads the Men’s Mid-Week Bible Study, and is the Floor Leader for the 8:31 am service.

Michael Butler

Michael and his wife, Stephanie, have been members of CPC since 2009. He became an elder in 2014. Michael has been involved in many leadership roles within our Student Life, Kids, and Relational Care Ministries. Michael and Stephanie have been instrumental in leading several marriage events and couples' Bible studies. Currently, Michael is leading a Home Team and Life Group, serves with CPC Kids Check-in, helps facilitate the Discover CPC Membership class, and is instrumental in our mission efforts in the Dominican Republic.

Bryan Ericson

Bryan joined CPC in 1999, and his wife, Lea, joined in 2001. Bryan became an Elder in 2016.  Prior to serving as an Elder he served on the Board of Directors.  Bryan has served with several mission trips and events, led Home Teams and Life Groups and has taught Financial Peace University and New Members Classes, and served on the Worship Team. 

Fred Shepard

Fred and his wife, Paulette, joined CPC in 2017. Fred became an Elder in 2019. Fred has served in various leadership roles with our Welcome Team, Men's Ministry, Summer Bible Study, Marriage Nights, SWAT Teams, Fix-It Blitz, and more. Fred is currently serving as leader of our Prime Time Ministry, Home Team Pastor, and part-time Pastor of Relational Care. Fred believes it is his God-given assignment to be an encourager and cheerleader of the CPC Staff.

Aaron Slough

Aaron and his wife Keylee joined Center Point Church in 2012. Aaron became an Elder in 2021. Aaron has served in many roles with several ministries at CPC, such as Welcome Team, Needs Ministry, Kids Ministry, VBS & other community outreach events, and has served as a Home Team Pastor and on the Board of Directors. Currently, Aaron is serving in our Kids Ministry – teaching in the Elementary age class and helping lead Men's Bible Study.

James "Buddy" Carney

Buddy and his wife Bonnie joined Center Point Church in 2014. Buddy became an Elder in 2023. He currently serves on our Welcome Team. 

Brant Malkey

Brant joined Center Point Church in 2009 and was ordained as an Elder in 2023. He has served in many areas of ministry here at CPC over the years and currently serves in our Men's Ministry and Student Ministry. 

Levvy Gamble

Levvy and his wife, Joy, have been members of CPC since 2006. Levvy became an Elder in 2012 and served as Chairman from 2018 to 2023. Levvy has served in many volunteer roles over the years and has been on several international and domestic mission trips. In addition to serving as an Elder, Levvy is currently a Home Team Leader and serves with the Relational Care Ministry.

Nick Smock, Associate Elder

Nick and his wife, Marissa, joined Center Point Church in 2018. Nick became an Associate Elder in 2024. He currently serves on the Board of Directors, Welcome Team, and Kids Ministry. Nick and Marissa are also Home Team Pastors.

Zac Cryer, Associate Elder

Zac and his wife, Angie, joined Center Point Church in 2015. Zac became an Associate Elder in 2024. Zac currently serves on the Worship and Tech Teams, Welcome Team, and helps lead Men's Bible Study. Zac and Angie are also Home Team Pastors.

John Kasper, Elder Emertus

John and his wife, Debbie, have been members of CPC since 2002. John has served as an Elder since 2013. John has served in many leadership roles at CPC over the years, such as Home Team Pastor and Life Group leader, Welcome Team, mission trips, organizer of the CPC Golf Tournament Fundraiser, and served on the Board of Directors. Currently, John helps facilitate our Discover CPC Membership Class and leads a Home Team.