Who We Are

Executive Director

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After four years of leading Christian, non-profit organizations and pastoring in churches in the Philadelphia area, Joshua and his family moved to Las Vegas in 2019. With a bachelor's in pastoral ministry and master's in organizational leadership, he has a passion to reach marginalized areas in innovative ways. Joshua's desire for Las Vegas is to equip people so they can meet the holistic needs of the community. Through this, it is his belief that many people will come into contact with the word, character and love of Jesus.

Program Director

Annie has spent most of her career working with children and youth in Michigan. She was a community center director with The Salvation Army for several years. She made a shift in her social work experience and moved to Las Vegas in 2019. With degrees in sociology and spiritual formation, Annie’s passion is to advocate for families and walk alongside people who want to grow in their faith. She also has a large family and loves to travel.

Las Vegas Center Director

Celah first came to Las Vegas in 2015. She worked with YWAM, a local mission's organization, for several years. While there, she discipled YWAM students, led numerous outreaches and supported foster families. She has a heart to care for kids and lead them to know Jesus Christ. She looks forward to serving and equipping the students at Club Christ. In her spare time, she loves to spend time in the outdoors and with her community. 

Henderson Center Director

Originally from Hawaii, Dennis and his wife moved to Las Vegas in August of 2021. His many years of experience as a worship director in Hawaii working with youth and college/young adults created a passion in him for helping the youth of today develop their gifts, maximize their potential and walk in their God-given purpose. Dennis has a bachelor's in psychology and is known for his firm foundation in Jesus Christ and for having fun!

Summerhill Center Director

Lauren was born and raised in Seattle, Washington. She met Jesus in high school and loves watching Him transform young people. She studied global ministry in college at Grand Canyon University. She loves to travel, meet new people, and experience new cultures. Lauren also enjoys cooking, painting, playing piano and creating new things. She is excited to work alongside Club Christ in pouring into the next generation. 

Office Manager

Debbie was born outside of Chicago and moved to Las Vegas at 25. She has been married to her husband Larry for 30 years. She has two daughters. Debbie has done many things in her career including being a financial administrator for 15 years. She is most passionate about having integrity behind the scenes of every organization she works for. She loves seeing the kingdom of God grow here in Las Vegas. In her free time, she will most likely be traveling with her husband, spending time with her girls, or sitting by a beach or pool.

Donor Relations Coordinator

With a strong background in non-profit work, previously the executive director of Casa De Luz, Pat has dedicated his career to contributing to the well-being of others. Beyond work, he finds joy in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and cherishing the tranquility of the outdoors. Family and faith in Jesus are at the core of his life, providing a solid foundation and unwavering support. Pat uses his skills and experience in donor relations to create meaningful connections and support causes like Club Christ that aim to bring Jesus to communities.

President

Evan Hartsell is currently pastoring out of Hope Church located in Boulder City, NV which is just outside of Las Vegas. For 17 years he served as the Founder and Executive Director of Club Christ. He is a second-generation native of Las Vegas and graduated from Bishop Gorman High School, has a bachelor’s degree in Communications from the University of Nevada Las Vegas, and a Master in Ministry degree from Veritas Baptist. He loves his wife Vanessa and their three children. 

Secretary

Traci Human comes from a business background. She grew up in Las Vegas, graduated from Ed. W. Clark High School, and earned an Economics degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.  Traci has been in the local Real Estate industry since 1987.  She loves to spend time with her family and travel in her spare time.  

Board Member

Marlene moved to Las Vegas in 1999 with her husband after a 34-year teaching career in suburban Chicago. She holds a Master’s in Reading Science from Chicago State University. Through Club Christ’s founder, Evan Hartsell, Marlene became a volunteer at the Henderson Center and later joined the Board of Directors. Passionate about supporting children’s educational and spiritual growth, she contributes through prayer, financial support, and board service to further the organization’s impactful mission.

Treasurer

Cameron caught a passion for the Lord in college while studying finance in Minnesota. He has a heart to see children set on fire for God, because nothing else in this world satisfies like Christ. Cameron is currently the owner of a property management company in Las Vegas. When he's not working, he loves to spend quality time with his wife and two sons.