Our Staff Dr. Rob Fisher Interim Pastor rfisher@ecovs.org Rob graduated from Gordon College (Wenham, MA) in 1983 with a B.A. in Biblical Studies. In 1990, he received the Master of Religious Education from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Rob will receive his Doctor of Ministry degree from Biblical Seminary (Hatfield, PA) in May 2008. A native of New England, Rob met his wife, Sarah, while both were attending college in Wenham, Massachusetts. Following college, Rob and Sarah were married in Barrington, RI on August 20, 1983 where they began their church ministry at Barrington Baptist Church. Rob was ordained in 1992 at First Baptist Church in Bethlehem, PA where he served as Minister of Christian Education and Youth. In 1993, the Fishers moved to Hickory, NC when Rob accepted a call to do Christian education ministry at Corinth Reformed Church. In 1997, Rob became senior past at Christ Covenant Church in Harleysville, PA where he and Sarah have served for the last ten years. Rob and Sarah have two boys: Robbie (1991) and Coby (1993). Tim Ramgren Youth Pastor tramgren@ecovs.org Pastor Tim is the son of a Covenant Pastor who has been involved in youth ministry to some degree since 1989, and as a youth pastor since 1994. Since graduating from North Park College in 1993 with a Youth Ministry/Psychology degree, he has served at churches in Attleboro, MA; East Hampton, CT; and Rockford, IL. He joined the ECC Springfield family in July 2007. Of possible interest to New England Covenanters, Tim was on staff at Squanto for three consecutive summers (92-94). Pastor Tim loves New England, not because of the ocean, seafood, or its winters, but due to the amazing rocky terrain best enjoyed astride his Kona steed (i.e. mountain bike). He also enjoys playing basketball, foot ball, ultimate Frisbee, cards, and a number of made up games spawned in his demented mind that he employs with the youth. Tim also loves movies, 'The Office' sitcom, and a variety of obscure Christian bands primarily found in the alternative/heavy/screamo/ metal/extreme categories of rock-and-roll. Pastor Tim has been happily married to his wonderfully supportive wife Kerri since 1996. They have three adorable children in Jacob, Ruby and Nathan, each of whom you would undoubtedly run into (literally) if you were to visit church on a Sunday morning or Wednesday evening. Claire Sundberg Administrative Coordinator csundberg@ecovs.org Claire and her husband Mark have been members of ECC Springfield since 1997. During the past 11 years she has held the positions of Childcare Coordinator, Wedding Coordinator and Children's Ministry Director, and is excited to be serving the church in a new capacity as Administrative Coordinator. Claire and Mark have three children. Their daughter Kirsten (23) lives in Chicago with her husband Joshua. Aaron (21) will be graduating in December from the Isenberg School of Management at UMASS-Amherst. Claire and Mark's youngest, Jared (17), is a junior at Pioneer Valley Christian School, and keeps them busy with his soccer, basketball, tennis, and spring play commitments! The Sundberg family has been very blessed to call ECC Springfield their church home. When Claire is not at the office, she loves spending time with her kids and their friends. She has co-directed PVCS Drama productions for the past four years, and helped with hair and makeup for nine years. Claire enjoys the beauty of God's splendor in all the seasons of New England especially the view from Skinner Mountain (Holyoke Mountain Range), sunrises and sunsets, reading, movies, cheeseburgers, dark chocolate, rasberries, lilacs and morning glories, having coffee with friends, and continuing her quest for the perfect classic 1936 pickup truck she has always wanted. Peggy Fleischer Bookkeeper pfleischer@ecovs.org Peggy works part-time as ECC's bookkeeper and has been married to Jim Fleischer for 34 years. They are the proud parents of Andrew (Ian) and Phil of Hi League and Ultimate Frisbee fame and daughter Allison, and grandson, Markus, who live in Baltimore, MD. Peggy is a NANC certified biblical counselor and recently graduated from the Master's College in Santa Clarita, CA with a Master's of Arts in biblical counseling. She enjoys swimming, skiing, bible study and travel. Graham Waugh Facilities Assistant gwaugh@ecovs.org Born in England, Graham grew up interested in music and by the 5th grade he had become involved in a church marching band. It was then that Graham discovered how much he enjoyed playing drums, and eventually became a drummer in rock 'n roll bands. At the age of 16, he toured Europe for a few years. During this time, Graham met and married Margaret. They emigrated to the U.S. in 1980 after beginning their family in England. Graham lives in Belchertown where he coaches soccer at the high school. He enjoys his position as the Facilities Assistant at ECC, and continues his love of drumming by playing in the Worship & Praise band. He also shares time with his wife as members of the ECC Choir. Graham's son, Eric, is still living at home, and his other children live in the area with their families. Graham has been at ECC for 10 years and enjoys serving the Lord. Pam Wilkins Administrative Assistant pwilkins@ecovs.org Pam has been an Administrative Assistant at ECC since August 2007. She is responsible for the weekly Worship Folder, Newsletter, and the monthly Covenant Connection, among other general office duties. She truly enjoys her position at ECC, the challenges it brings, and the daily contact she has with her church family. Pam is also very active in various ministries at ECC, including the Wednesday night family dinner, the Senior Drop-In, and Vacation Bible School. After graduation from Longmeadow High School in 1986, Pam worked in the insurance field fulltime for eight years. She also worked in Floral & Gift Baskets at Fresh Acres Market before taking the position at ECC. Pam was raised at ECC, having been a regular attender since 1976, and became a member (finally!) in March of 2006. Married since 1991 to Brian, they have a 24-year-old (step)son, Mark, currently serving in Iraq with the Army, and a 13-year-old daughter, Quincy. Pam enjoys traveling, reading, playing tennis, snowboarding & skiing, biking, movies with friends, and the turquoise blue water of the Caribbean. She also appreciates God's beauty of the full moon each month, being a Red Sox fan, and being a mom! Dennis Bunten Choir Director choir@ecovs.org After beginning trumpet in the 4th grade while living in East Meadow, Long Island, Dennis attended Barrington College where he graduated with a Bachelor of Music Education in 1966. Dennis met his wife Marcia through his involvement in various different musical groups and choirs while in college. In addition to working, Dennis played trumpet for the Barrington Symphony Orchestra, Long Island Philharmonic, local weddings, and various special productions and musicals in the area. In 2007, he retired from his position of Music Department Chairman of the Ludlow Public School System where he taught Instrumental Music in grades 5-8 for over 40 years. Dennis has directed the ECC Sanctuary Choir for more than 20 years and spends time singing in the Springfield Symphony Chorus, performing various handyman projects at home and for his children, attending concerts, and enjoying family events. He is the proud father of 6 children and 2 grandsons. Marcia Bunten Organist choir@ecovs.org Marcia's musical career began as church pianist at 11 years of age at the Evangelical Free Church of Barrington, NH. After using her gift of music in piano accompanying and singing, Marcia left Barrington NH for Barrington College, located in Barrington RI. Before graduation with a Bachelor of Arts with emphasis on piano performance in 1965, Marcia was a member of several Barrington College choirs and musical groups, both as a singer and as a piano accompanist. Marcia met her husband Dennis through involvement in the choir. Marcia taught music in the public schools, in addition to directing children's choirs for several years. After spending several busy years at home raising 6 children, Marcia is currently employed by the Curtis Blake Center as a reading specialist. She became the ECC organist in 1975. Marcia enjoys attending concerts, travel, and spending time with her 2 young grandsons. Charlie Rossi Sound Technician carossi@verizon.net Charlie has been doing sound mixing for the church since 1990. In that time he has done sound reinforcement for many services, weddings, concerts, and special events. He has been heading the tape and CD ministry since 1995. Charlie enjoys playing trumpet and is a former member of the Old Post Road Orchestra. He has played in many concerts and services at ECC. He is an avid sports fan of the Red Sox, Patriots, and Celtics. Charlie has been employed by Detector Technology for more than twenty years where he holds the position of Vice President of Operations. Charlie and his wife Lynda have been members of ECC Springfield for over twenty-five years. They have two sons Daniel (25) and Kevin (23). Dani Mazur Childcare Coordinator ddmazur@verizon.net Dani and her husband Dave have attended ECC for 8 years. She holds degrees in education from the University of Delaware, and Johns Hopkins University. She is the mother of three young children. Since she spent a lot of time in the nursery anyway, she felt it only natural to coordinate childcare for church events. Feel free to contact her with questions or comments about the childcare at ECC.