Cindy Gardner
Children’s Ministry Director

What you cherish: I really cherish my family. I have wonderful kids and grandkids and I try to spend as much time with them as possible. I also have a great extended family. After my husband died they all rallied around me and they continue to support me.

What are your pet peeves: It really bothers me if someone’s tag is sticking out at the back of their shirt. I find things like that to be totally distracting. That is why you will always see me sitting close to the front in church.

What are your hobbies: Cooking is a passion. I am always trying new recipes. I also love to work in my garden. I especially love to see all the new growth in the spring.

How long have you been in ministry: I have been in Children’s Ministry formally for fifteen years but I have been in involved in Children’s Ministry since I was twelve years old.

A Fun and Random Fact: I weighed 31 lbs when I was in first grade. I was a very picky eater back then. I have since grown to love food!

Secret Ambitions: I would love to travel all over Europe someday.

How has this job changed your life: I was very comfortable with my job at another church when God put it on my heart to apply here at CBC. I had to work through be willing to leave all the people I knew very well and loved to follow the new adventure God has for my life. I am very excited to see how God is going to use me here at CBC!

Your salvation experience: I am a Billy Graham baby. I always loved watching him on TV. Around twelve years old I knelt in front of the TV during one of his crusades and gave my life to Christ. Since then, God and I have been on an amazing journey together!