Pastoral Team
Say hello to the leadership team at Rock Creek Church. Got questions for the lead team at Rock Creek Church? Feel free to contact us!
Brian Hays - Lead Pastor
Brian Hays and his family moved to Colorado in 2015 to become the 3rd Lead Pastor of Rock Creek Church. He is married to his wife Sandy and has four kids (Naomi, Luke, Seth and Max). Brian loves all things outdoors, family, sports, history, politics, and preaching the scriptures! He enjoys a good cup of coffee or a pint along with a great conversation.

Alex Rowan - Associate Pastor (Sunday & Discipleship Ministries)
Alex Rowan joined the Rock Creek Church Leadership Team in 2017. He now serves as the Associate Pastor, overseeing Sunday Mornings and Adult Discipleship Ministries. He is married to his wife Amanda and has two young boys (Teddy and Henry).

Mark Popenhagen - Children's Pastor
Mark "The Pope" Popenhagen joined the Rock Creek Church Leadership Team in 2015. He oversees all of our Basecamp Ministries (0-6th grade) during our Sunday services. He has three kids, a granddaughter, and unfortunately likes to root for the Kansas City Chiefs.


HOW WE LEAD
Rock Creek Church is an Elder led church. Elders are nominated and elected by the congregation to oversee the ministries and operations of the church. The pastoral staff submits to the Elder Board and are responsible for the day-to-day life of the church. The Lead Team is comprised of volunteers who are responsible for specific ministries.
Meet Our Elders
Grant Hansen

Josh Valdez

Dan Montanari


Lead Team
Randy & Sara Bulow - LIFE|groups Lead

Cindi Dixon - Foster Care Lead

Mimi Newman - Facilities Lead

Amy Hansen - Needs Ministry Lead

Christine Thiessen - Finance Director
