MEET OUR TEAM

REV. GREG SCHNEEBERGER

Senior Pastor

Greg and his wife Caitelen and their two daughters, Aria and Violet, are honored to serve Christ Church and the beautiful city of Santa Fe. Greg is from Albuquerque and met Caitelen at Desert Springs Church where she was serving in the music ministry. They served churches in Albuquerque, San Diego and Phoenix before accepting a call to the city different. Greg attended Westminster Seminary California, Reformed Theological Seminary, and Whitefield.

Contact greg@christchurchsantafe.org.

REV. JOHN STANDRIDGE

Associate Pastor

John and his wife Kit have 4 children and have been married and shared life in ministry together for over 30 years. Both native Southwesterners, they share a love for this part of the world and are grateful to be a part of gospel work here. Prior to coming to Northern New Mexico, John has been a part of pastoring and planting churches in both Massachusetts and Texas. He is a graduate of Emory University and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary.

Contact johnstandridge@gmail.com.

SANDY HOFFMAN

Worship Pastor

Sandy and his wife, Julia, have been married for 49 years, and enjoy three adult children and ten wonderful “grand-buddies.” Sandy’s life-mission is “to go before the throne of God, and take other people with him.” Through worship, pastoral care and prayer he has practiced this calling for over 44 years.

Contact sandy@christchurchsantafe.org.

SYLVIA SIMS

Ministry Coordinator

Sylvia moved to Santa Fe to marry husband, Tom. An urban girl, Sylvia has adjusted to life with horses, donkeys, dogs, cats and Tom — she wouldn’t change a thing. After 30 years as an independent producer she currently has “the best job yet” — CCSF Ministry Coordinator. Her job is “connecting the dots” at CCSF…and she loves every minute of it.

Contact sylviasims@christchurchsantafe.org.

JENNIFER BRENNER

Children & Youth Coordinator

Jennifer and her husband, Drew, grew up together in Roswell, NM and both are graduates of Bob Jones University in South Carolina. They have four sons, two lovely daughters-in-law and five grandchildren. She loves to spend time with her active family, make fun clothes and read spy novels.  Jennifer loves children and teens and wants them to love Jesus and His Church.

Contact jennifer@christchurchsantafe.org.

JONI BRENNEISEN

Faithful Presence Coordinator

Born and raised in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, Joni was the proud owner of three Hallmark Card & Gifts Shops with the love of her life, Vic, for 25 years. Joni loves to travel, garden and entertain family and friends. Trivia: Proud sister of 5 brothers! Joni has 5 nieces, 8 nephews, 4 grand nieces, 1 grand nephew and 6 God-children!

Contact joni@christchurchsantafe.org.

TERESA EMERY

Administrative Assistant & Receptionist 

Teresa moved to Santa Fe from Wisconsin in 2016, after her husband John took a job with the State of NM (and they had been visiting SF for 30 years). Teresa first connected with CCSF through prayer shawl knitting;and later took a job as the administrative assistant. Teresa has a degree in music, which she uses as a member of the CCSF music team. She also is a composer, sings; and plays several instruments. Teresa and John have three children, two grandchildren, and a dog. She loves to cook, knit, garden, and play Celtic music.
JANEY SANDOVAL

Video Technician & Camera Operator

Janey Sandoval is the CCSF videographer and live stream specialist…she’s also video editor “in chief.”  Our congregation enjoys her work Sunday services, Bible Studies, youth and children programs online — as well as her contributions to the CCSF Christmas plays.

Contact tech@christchurchsantafe.org.

DIANNE HOWES

Children & Youth Coordinator Assistant

With family roots in Los Alamos, NM, Dianne grew up in Las Cruces, where she also attended New Mexico State University. During her time there, she met her husband Phil, and studied botany, range science and horse production. Dianne’s great joy in life is spending time with Phil, their daughter Katy, and her darling granddaughter Rose. In her free time, her perfect Papillon, Bolt, is always by her side, and she can be found hiking, riding and camping with her family and horses in the Pecos Wilderness. For over 20 years, Dianne has been sharing the love of the Lord with the children and youth of New Mexico. She is blessed to do this at Christ Church Santa Fe, through Mom’s Morning Out and assisting with the Children’s Ministry.

Contact ccsfoffice@christchurchsantafe.org.

RICK MCWILLIAMS

Sexton

Rick and wife Donaji have 2 adorable sons and 1 adorable daughter. His family has deep roots in Northern New Mexico — over 7 to 8 generations. Rick loves the outdoors: trail running, climbing, skiing, backpacking — you name it — if it is outdoors he is ready for the fun! He uses his vast skill set working on their home. And, yes, Rick is one of Randy’s 3 kids.

Contact ccsfoffice@christchurchsantafe.org.

RITA GONZALES

Assistant Sexton

Rita Gonzales has lived in Pecos, New Mexico, since age 7.  Together with Elias, her husband of 16 years, Rita spends her days off caring for the chickens and goats on their farm.  Rita somes from a rich “McWilliams/ CCSF” legacy as her dad, Randy, and brother, Rick, also work at CCSF.

Contact ccsfoffice@christchurchsantafe.org.

NICOLE REMEDES

Graphics/Web/Office Assistant

Originally from Fort Collins, Colorado, Nicole moved to Santa Fe in 2015. She came to Christ during the pandemic lockdown and has been attending CCSF ever since. She has even met her husband, Tyler here. Nicole spends her time designing clothing, drawing, painting, and getting her hands dirty at the local thrift stores, collecting vintage treasures. When not immersed in creative chaos, she will be outdoors running, gardening, hiking, or working on house projects with her husband.

Contact ccsfgraphics@christchurchsantafe.org.