Meet the Staff
Meet The Staff
PASTORS
In English, the most common words to describe the leaders of the church are “pastor” and “elder.” These are two different words that describe the same biblical office. In Greek, there are three words that describe this office, but they are used interchangeably in the New Testament (Acts 20:28, 1 Peter 5:1-3). The Scriptures make it clear that local churches are meant to be led by a team of men that are the pastor/elder/overseers of the church. Here is our pastoral team at Compass Bible Church Treasure Valley:
Pastor Ben Blakey
In August 2018, Pastor Ben was commissioned by Compass Bible Church in Aliso Viejo, CA, to plant a new church in the Treasure Valley. He had served as a pastor there for nine years in youth ministry, worship ministry, and adult ministry. While pursuing a degree in constitutional law from The Master’s University, God changed his plans and called him into ministry. He met his wife, Holly, at Compass, and they have five kids - Hannah, Mac, Jones, Watson and Brooks . Ben has completed his Master of Divinity degree through the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Pastor Charlie Matz
Pastor Charlie joined the staff at Compass Bible Church Treasure Valley in June of 2020. He previously worked as an entrepreneur for 15 years until God called him into pastoral ministry to serve the church in a greater capacity. He is married to Kristina and they have six kids – David, Evie, Daisy, J.R., Esther, and Penny. Charlie is completing his Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling through the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Pastor Josiah Smith
Pastor Josiah joined the staff at Compass Bible Church Treasure Valley in May of 2022. He graduated from Cedarville University with degrees in Student Ministry and Christian Education and has since worked full-time in student/pastoral ministry. He is married to Mackenzie and they have one daughter, Ebeny. Josiah also holds a masters degree from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.
DEACONS
The English word “deacon” comes from a Greek word that is properly translated “servant” or “minister.” While every Christian is supposed to serve and minister in the church, it seems clear from the New Testament (Acts 6:1-6, 1 Tim. 3:8-13) that some are to be set apart as deacons/ministers in a more official capacity. These servants can be men or women. At Compass Bible Church, we consider our staff, our Life Group leaders, and other key ministry leaders to be “deacons.” Here are the men and women who serve on staff as deacons at Compass Bible Church Treasure Valley:
ADMINistrative
Chris Hernandez
Business Administrator
Chris and his wife, Kelly, moved to Idaho with their 3 kids in late 2020. Moving with a family vision to be salt and light and to bring an eternal perspective to those who are moving to the Treasure Valley. Together they lead a life group and serve on the Connect Team at CBCTV, working to help others build and pursue community at church. Chris brings 15 years of experience in church finance, budgeting, and strategic planning into his role as the Business Administrator. Chris will oversee Finances, HR, and will spearhead our Taking Ground project. He is excited to watch how God will use CBCTV to magnify and exalt the name of Christ here in the Treasure Valley. To God be all the Glory!
Kendra Howard
Assistant to Ben Blakey
Kendra and her husband Brett moved to Idaho in 2018 to be a part of the CBC TV church plant and it has quickly become their home. She is thankful to have the opportunity to to serve Christ and His Kingdom by serving the church. She has a background in finance, administration and team management. Kendra and her husband Brett were married in 2011 have 4 children (Quinn, Jackson, Luke and Beau) and reside in Nampa.
Cody Davidson
Ministry Coordinator/Assistant to Charlie Matz
Cody and his wife, Kate, moved to Idaho in 2019 to be part of the CBCTV church plant. They have served together ever since, leading Rooted, the college-age ministry at CBCTV, along with serving in Kids Ministry, the Tech Team, and Facilities. He is excited to spend the best parts of his days serving the church and the various ministries at CBCTV. Cody and Kate have been married since 2015. Cody just finished his Master of Arts in New Testament from Talbot School of Theology in La Mirada, CA.
Francesca Ghiorso
Office Manager/Assistant to Josiah Smith
Francesca began attending CBCTV when she returned to Idaho in 2020. Since then, she has served in both Kids and Student Ministry. Francesca is passionate about working with students and helping them to know who they are in Christ. Francesca graduated from Liberty University with a Bachelors of Science in Special Education. She worked with struggling learners at Cole Valley Christian before moving to Kentucky where she served as an Academic Advisor at Boyce College/Southern Theological Seminary.
WORSHIP
Johnny Broadworth
Director of Worship
Johnny and his wife, AJ, moved to Idaho in 2022 to partner with and serve at CBCTV. Johnny’s primary role is leading the music ministry. He grew up playing piano and guitar, and loves being able to use his gifts to bring glory to God. His hope and prayer is that the church will truly worship God in both spirit and in truth—with rich theology and hearts that love God. He graduated from The Master’s University—where he and his wife met—with degrees in Biblical Counseling and Bible Exposition, and received a Master of Arts in Theological Studies from The West Institute in Laramie, WY.
Tim Plaster
Assistant Director of Worship
Bio coming soon!
Women’s Ministry
Deb Andreasen
Women’s Event Coordinator
Deb and her family moved to Idaho from San Diego in 2020. For the past fifteen years, Deb has been a dedicated homemaker, wife and homeschool teacher to her three children. Prior to this, Deb earned her masters degree in nonprofit management from the University of San Diego while organizing galas, fundraisers, and putting together print and social media for a nonprofit. Deb looks forward to applying her experience and love for the Lord as the women’s ministry events coordinator. Deb and her husband, Mark, love serving at Compass alongside their children, Zach, Rena, and Lucy.
Kids Ministry
Morgan Lee
Director of Children’s Ministry
Morgan has been married to her husband Mac since 2007. They have a passion for teaching their kids God’s word in a way that it becomes real to them with hopes that they respond to the gospel. Her desire in this Kids Ministry Director role is to partner with families to make discipling kids practical in the day to day of family life. Morgan has been attending Compass Bible Church since 2009 and has served within Kids Ministry in the Kids Christmas Musicals, Family Outreach Events, the classrooms, and directing the drama team for Camp Compass.
Brenda Burandt
Children’s Ministry Coordinator
Brenda began attending CBCTV when she moved to Idaho in the Summer of 2019. Since then, she has served within Kids Ministry and been a part of both weekday and weekend programming. Brenda is passionate about teaching kids God’s Word and enjoys creating spaces where they can meaningfully interact with the truth of the Bible. Brenda graduated from Westmont College with a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology and from University of California, Santa Barbara with a Masters in Special Education and Teaching Credential. Brenda has been a Special Education Teacher in Public Schools for students with Moderate-Severe Disabilities. She and her husband, Barrett, have been married since November 2021.
Kristen Steen
Administrative Assistant to Kids Ministry
Kristen, and her husband, Kevin moved to Idaho from the Bay Area, California in 2017. They have been attending Compass Treasure Valley since 2020. In addition to being a homemaker and a homeschool mom to their 3 children. Kristen has served in Kids Ministry, Camp Compass, and weekday services for 3 years and has a background in administration. She is so thankful for the opportunity to serve the Lord within Kids Ministry and help kids understand the true biblical gospel. It provides joy to Kristen the opportunities to come alongside parents to create more gospel conversations at home. Her desire in this role is to live her life with a more eternal perspective and help families do the same.