DOCTRINES





CBC is a non-denominational, independent Bible church. We believe the Bible to be God's inerrant word. We believe that God is holy and perfect and exists as the eternal Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We believe that people are sinful and separated from God. We believe that Jesus Christ's substitutionary sacrifice on the cross was God's way of redeeming humanity. We believe that the Holy Spirit is at work in the world, saving and sanctifying people. We believe that the Church is a conduit through which God engages the world. We believe that the redeemed will fellowship with God forever in eternity. We believe that the Gospel changes lives and brings hope to the world.


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Our Pastors



Brandon Glaza



Teaching Pastor | Elder





Brandon, Rachael, and their family came to CBC in 2015 from Central Iowa where they served as schoolteachers. Brandon began at CBC as Youth Pastor and in 2019 moved into the Teaching Pastor role. Brandon and Rachael have four daughters. In his spare time, you’ll find Brandon on his boat with friends and family, skiing, riding his motorcycle, or cheering on the Chiefs.


Recent read: Above All by J.D. Greear

Favorite preachers: John Piper, Voddie Baucham

Date night favorites: Mandarin Spice sushi and a movie at the cheap theater


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Dennis Fulkerson



Discipleship Pastor | Elder





Dennis and Amy have been members of CBC since 2004. After a few years serving overseas, Dennis returned to CBC and stepped into the role of Discipleship Pastor in 2017. Dennis and Amy have three daughters and are proud alumni of Iowa State University. Dennis’ favorite pastimes are sitting in coffee shops with a good book and wandering aimlessly through the woods.


Recent read: The Four Voices by Patrick Morley

On the to-read list: Limping with God by Chad Bird

Oft-recommended title: New Morning Mercies by Paul David Tripp

Favorite ethnic dish: Turkish bulgur patty with pomegranate sauce


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Stephen Thomas



Youth Pastor





Stephen and Karin hail from Lafayette, Indiana, and came to CBC in 2019. Stephen holds degrees from Purdue University and Faith Bible Seminary. Stephen and Karin’s favorite dates have been driving to the Passion Conference, playing tennis, and hiking in San Bernardino National Forest.


Recent read: Center Church by Tim Keller

Favorite dishes: Sushi, red curry, Ben & Jerry’s half-baked ice cream

Bucket list: Visit the Ozarks, run a 5K, read a book / month, be a grill master


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Our Elders



Kreg Tjelmeland



Philip Dean



Dale Rutledge



LOnNIE SPEIDEL





Our Staff



Lori Arnold



Office & Facilities Administrator



Lori is where to start with logistics questions about the church. She manages the office, the facilities, and has most of the answers.


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Rachel Aalbers



Librarian



Rachel curates a collection of more than 5,000 Christian and family-friendly titles for children and adults. The library is in Room 5.


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Our History



CBC was founded in 1987 by 20 families from Faith Bible Church in Robins, Iowa, who had a vision for a new church in the Mount Vernon area. We met at the Mount Vernon Middle School until our present facility on West Mount Vernon Road opened in 1994. For more than three decades, we've been growing and serving in Mount Vernon, Lisbon, surrounding communities, and beyond.



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