Curt began serving as Lead Pastor of EGBC on March 1, 2008. He loves chocolate, his family, and making the principles of God's Word plain - maybe that's not the correct order, but it's close! He has a deep desire to see EGBC make a difference in our community. Curt's prior ministry was Bible teaching and church ministry in the Philippines, and missionary recruitment. He and his wife, Kit, have two daughters, Kailey and Corrin, and reside in Elk Grove Village.
staff
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curt hansen
LEAD pASTOR
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andre de mesquita
wORSHIP pASTOR
Andre and his wife, Wanessa, are originally from Brazil, and he shares his musical gifts leading worship with the Brazilian Baptist Church of Chicago. Andre loves being part of God's work in bringing people together to offer their hearts and songs of praise to Him. He does so by making the congregation active participants in worship whether speaking Scripture readings he arranges, or singing theologically sound music he selects from a variety of genres, or original compositions. Andre has a degree in Sacred Music from the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. He and Wanessa's sons are native Chicagolanders: Nickolas (the elder) was born in Chicago; Anthony (the younger) was born in Elk Grove Village. Like Pastor Curt, Andre loves chocolate!
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mike myers
Connections Pastor
Mike, a staff member since 2003 managing an assortment of responsibilities, now coordinates relations between EGBC ministries and community organizations. He helps newcomers become acclimated to Elk Grove Baptist, and anyone willing to serve find ministries where to use their gifts. Mike also oversees EGBC print and online communication, and prepares training sessions for ministry team leaders. In addition to serving at EGBC, Mike is involved in professional regional theatre, tours nationwide presenting improvisational training to educators, is an ensemble member of the radio drama series, "Unshackled!" and narrates audiobooks. He and his wife Vikki, an EGBC worship leader, are founders of Kingdom Impact Theater Ministries. They reside in Elk Grove Village with their daughter, Camille.
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sue kitten
Administrative Assistant
Sue has been a valuable member of EGBC staff for many years. She is responsible for handling the calendar of events, newsletter, weekly bulletins, as well as other administrative duties. Sue is an active voice in the EGBC women's ministry, and enjoys creating crafts. Sue and her husband, Jack, are longtime residents of Elk Grove Village and have two adult daughters living in the Chicagoland area.
