Rev Dr. Ken G. Crawford
Senior Pastor

“I’m excited to be at Central because this is a congregation committed to supporting one another and the wider community toward a life of wholeness, fullness, flourishing and joy to the fullest extent possible, wherever people are on life’s journey. This is the gift of salvation in Jesus that God expressed for all creation.”

Rev. Dr. Ken G. Crawford came to Central with experience serving in pastoral and nonprofit settings. His work includes life coaching and spiritual direction, offered in the congregation and as a ministry in the community. Ken and his wife Laura (an English teacher) have two children, Camille and Russell. Ken’s hobbies include sailing at White Rock Lake, swimming, running and cycling, playing guitar, and writing. When he’s not at church, you’ll find him somewhere around Dallas or the Park Cities, at a coffee shop, the gym, or some other hangout. 

David W. Aston
Music Director / Organist

"Everyone can sing!  Come join our choir for great fellowship with others that love to 'make a joyful noise'."
 
David is a graduate of Henderson State University with a Bachelor of Music in organ.  He also holds a Masters of Education from Georgia State University in Health Education.  He has served churches in Arkansas, Georgia and Texas as Organist and Choirmaster.  In addition to music, David loves good food, travel and his Boston Terrier, Winston

Carolyn Shinn
Bookkeeper

"I love it here!  I have been a member for 40+ years"

Carolyn is a long time members of CCC along with her children, Susan and David Shinn. Carolyn is a member of Cast of Bronze - a premiere bell choir in the USA.

Carolyn also loves to travel, collect nativity sets, and care for her three cats.

Laura Ninesling
Office Manager

"Please call if you have any questions about the church"

​Laura has served as the Office Manager of Central Christian Church for 14 years. Before joining the staff at Central, she worked for a few other churches in Miami, FL.

Laura currently lives with her family in Garland, TX.  She is married to Tim, an artist who paints Texas landscapes, and has 5 grown children.  She has six grandchildren, who are the bright sunshine of her life. 

Scott Dicken
Office Assistant / Event Coordinator

"If you can't join us in person, check out our live teleworship each week"

Scott has been taking CCC into the 21st century with live "teleworship" for members who are not able to attend in person.  He also handles the audio and video for services and church events.

Scott has been a member of Central Christian Church for many years.  He has three children and lives in Dallas.  He enjoys motorcycles and dogs.

Shelia Huffman
Fellowship Planning 

"I love both my family and my church family"

​Shelia joined Central four years ago.  As fellowship chairman, she plans parties, events, and outings for the church.  She also enjoys sharing those events in the local media and on Central Christian's Facebook page.  She is current Vice President and program chairman for Disciples Women.

She is "meemaw" to two grandkids, Jake and Natalie, and "mom" to two Boston terriers, Wheels and Phoebe JoAnn. 

Frank Whitington
Building Maintenance

"Free is getting cheaper every day."

Frank keeps an eye on maintaining operational integrity of the building and being sure that overall appearances are up to par.

Frank was born in Dallas and has been a member of Central since 1978.  He is an architect.  He inspected and managed construction projects for over 20 years before deciding to start his own business as a handyman.

Tim Caffee
IT Director/Pianist

"Using technology to expand our ministry"

Tim is a fairly new member of Central Christian.  He comes from an engineering background and is focused on expand our ministry beyond "brick & mortar" via the Internet.and digital media.

Tim and his partner live in Dallas, TX.  He is also part of our music ministry as pianist and tenor for the choir.  He enjoys being active outside and spending time with his daughter, Shannon, and dog, Timo..