PASTOR

The Rev. Linda Lane-Bortell is a graduate of UC Irvine and Princeton Theological Seminary, and is currently a student at San Francisco Theological Seminary, the Graduate School of Theology of the University of Redlands, recently completing a Doctor of Ministry. Linda has been a minister since 1992 at churches large and small in New Jersey, Illinois, and California. Linda is currently the pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Terra Linda, CA. Linda is married to Tim, a pastor in San Francisco, and they have two children, Amber and Sean.

M DIV AND COMMUNITY INITIATIVES DIRECTOR

Ashley's career offers a blend of ministry and event planning - perfect for CPC! Prior to working at CPC, Ashley worked at the University of Redlands Marin Campus (SFTS) as the Event Sales Manager. Ashley has over 15 years of experience working in ministry, focusing on youth, creative worship, and retreats at Portola Valley Presbyterian Church, Westminster Woods, and Montreat. Ashley graduated at the top of her class from San Francisco Theological Seminary with a Master's of Divinity. Ashley's heart is full when her family spends laughter-filled time together.

CHAPLAIN

Chitoka is a native of Nashville, Tennessee, where family, church, community, and good manners are hallmark pillars. She is a career businesswoman and successful entrepreneur who founded residential support services health agencies in Tennessee and Alabama and barbershops in Nashville. She is also a published Author. In her free time, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, visiting historical museums, playing bridge, and taking long trail walks with her American Cocker Spaniel Cramer, in her neighborhood of San Anselmo, CA.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Felicia Grebe is an MDiv student at Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley. She also holds an MA in Theology (focusing on liturgy and communion) from the Graduate Theological Union and a BA in Liberal Arts from Saint Mary’s College in Moraga. She is excited to bring her administrative gifts to the CPC team, with a background in church office work and summer camp leadership at Westminster Woods. She enjoys attending to details, connecting with community members, and providing administrative support across multiple programs. Felicia lives in Vallejo with her husband Rob and enjoys hiking, playing harp, playing games, and spending time with friends and family.

MUSIC DIRECTOR

Sibel Demirmen is our new Music Director and her beautiful soprano voice has been inspiring our worship since 2013. She has a Master of Music, Performance from Rice University and a Bachelor of Music, Performance from Indiana University. Sibel is a resident of Terra Linda. She was Soprano Soloist in Brahms’ Requiem Marin Oratorio and a frequent performer in Contemporary Opera Marin at the College of Marin. Sibel is very excited about the opportunity to shape our worship experience through music, and we are excited to welcome her to this new role in our long relationship with her.

WORSHIP ACCOMPANIST

Parker Grant joins our music team as Worship Accompanist and 2022 Music Camp Director. Parker is another familiar face, playing the piano for us regularly in worship in 2018-19. Parker’s day job is at the Adda Clevenger School in San Francisco as accompanist and choir assistant. Parker also works as a freelance musician on piano and trumpet. He has a Bachelor of Arts: Jazz Piano Performance from the University of Miami.

WORSHIP ACCOMPANIST

Kyle Athayde also joins our music team as Worship Accompanist. Kyle is also no stranger to our worship, subbing a few times in the past year. Kyle leads a 20-piece big band, Kyle Athayde Dance Party, as the composer/arranger, conductor, vibraphonist, pianist and business manager. Kyle is also an active educator, teaching for various schools and festivals. Kyle has a B.M. in Jazz Trumpet Performance from The Juilliard School. Kyle is self-taught on his other primary instruments: vibraphone, piano and drums.

CUSTODIAN

I'm a native of Guatemala, but I have lived and worked in this great country for over 15 years. I joined the CPC staff in 2019 and have been maintaining the church grounds ever since. I love my job here, but my favorite role is being a father. I'm proud that my children are being raised to embrace both their Guatemalan heritage and their American culture. I am very grateful to the entire CPC community, who have always been very kind, considerate and welcoming to me.