Meet the Staff
Elder Board
Ron Yee, Chairman of the Board
He has been married to Janine since 1986. They have three wonderful children Josh, Jenna, and Maddie. Ron has worked as a Family Physician for a migrant farm worker/community health center in Southeast Fresno County. They have lived in the Fresno/Clovis area for 16 years and have attended CEFC since 2001. Ron and Janine have been involved in facilitating parenting classes and in the leadership of the Soul Café adult Bible study fellowship. The Yee family enjoys camping, fishing, hiking, traveling, family mission trips and just being together. Ron enjoys developing others and process improvement at work and in ministry. He believes strongly that how things get done are much more important than the final result (though still important). You can reach Ron at ryee@clovisevfree.org.
Martin Mayfield Is married to Crystal. They have two daughters, Jessica and Jordan. They have been at CEFC since 2006. Martin has been active in various ministries including the teaching and leadership teams for Soul Café, Stephen Ministry, and college age bible study. Outside of CEFC Martin has been active in Bible Study Fellowship and homeless ministries. The Mayfields enjoy the beach, camping and amusement parks. Contact Martin at martinmayfield@yahoo.com.
Greg Smith, overseer of Missions.
He has been married to Amanda since 1997. He has 3 children, Grant, Luke, and Hope. He is a Charter Member of CEFC. He is currently involved with the Missions Team, Soul Café leadership and teaching. Amanda is involved with Soul Café leadership. Greg has a BA in Biology, and a Masters in Business Administration. Greg can be reached at gsmith@clovisevfree.org.
Mark Schroeder, overseer of Adult Ministries.
He has been married to Kathy since 1980. They have two children, Joshua and Becky. He is Executive Vice President and founder (along with his wife) of Sierra Specialty, a new insurance company. He has an expansive background of over twenty-five years in underwriting and program management and Bachelor of Science degree in Finance. Mark became a Christian the beginning of his 2nd year in college, 1976, through Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship and has been involved with Small Group Ministries ever since. He and His family moved from Southern California to Clovis in 1996. You can contact Mark at mschroeder@clovisevfree.org.
Matt Verhalen, overseer of Student Ministries.
He has been married to Deana since August 1987. They have three children: Jensen, Robyn, and Colson. Matt has taught biology and anatomy at Clovis West since 1991. The Verhalen's love to camp, fish, wakeboard, and backpack. Matt and Deana came to CEFC with their family in 2001, and worked with Soul Cafe for about a year before dedicating themselves to children's ministries. They have currently been on the High School team since 2006. Matt has been involved with Bible Study Fellowship since 2001. When Matt has a spare moment he likes to read, work in the yard, or sit and watch his kids play soccer, baseball, or football. You can email Matt at mverhalen@clovisevfree.org.
Dan Wuthrich, overseer of Children's Ministries
He has been married to Cheryl since 1985. They have two children, Matthew and Amy, and have been members of CEFC since 2000. Dan has served in various ministries including Missions and Adult Bible Fellowships and is a regular teacher in the Soul Cafe class. He has also served as pulpit supply for the Biola Congregational Church in Kerman for several years. Dan is currently working toward a Masters in Christian Apologetics through Biola University. He spends his free time reading and enjoys almost every sport known to man. Email Dan at dwuthrich@clovisevfree.org.
Pastor Bruce Turner
He has been married to Cyndi since 1988. They have four children Bethany, Kyle, Victoria and Whitney. He has been at Clovis EV Free since 1998. He is the pastor to Adults. His favorite aspect in ministry is helping people to discover and apply God's truth to their lives, especially in preparing to serve or teach others. He has been involved in ministry since ’92 when he served on staff at Grace Brethren Church in Grandview, Washington. He enjoys watching his kids’ sporting events, fishing, reading and working out at GB3. Contact Bruce at bturner@clovisevfree.org.
