our Vision
our beliefs shape our convictions, our convictions mandate our mission, our mission informs our strategy,
our strategy drives our staffing, and directs our priorities and programs.
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Beliefs
Statement of Faith
God
The Ministry of the Holy Spirit
The Church
The Bible
Salvation
The Blessed Hope
The Eternal State of Man
The Person & Work of Christ
Man
The Christian Walk
Convictions & Statements
Conviction Statements
We exist for the glory of God.
God is glorified through Christ as His gospel is proclaimed, believed, and obeyed, transforming the believer to become like Christ. for the glory of God.
The Holy Spirit creates a new kind of community that reflects Christ to the world.
Members of this commuity develop others to thrive according to God’s design.
A Christ-centered community seeks the good of its community for the glory of God through hospitality, work, and service. exist for the glory of God.
Strategy Statements
CONVICTIONS– We will align all ministries and people development to our five convictions by educating all attendees and challenging and encouraging them to fully embrace the convictions in their personal lives.
EXCELLENCE– We will carry out all ministry efforts with excellence and accountability, seeking our direction, wisdom, discernment, and ability from God.
CONDUCT– We will conduct ourselves in a way that honors Christ through loving relational commitments as we are being built into a Christ-centered community.
DEVELOPMENT– We will intentionally develop existing and emerging leaders by educating, encouraging, and enabling them to lead in their ministries, homes, and workplaces with the faith and hospitality that result from Christ-centered personal lives.
CULTURE– We will cultivate a Christ-centered culture that is characterized by praying, proclaiming and welcoming, discovering and working, connecting and serving, celebrating and going.
BYLAWS– Click to view a .pdf of our Constitution and Bylaws.
Programs & Ministries
Small Groups
Outreach
Adults
Student Ministry
Children Ministry
Leadership
Phil BURGGRAFF
Pastor of Teaching and Education
Phil has attended CCC since 2008, while he has served as associate professor of Bible and Biblical Languages at Clearwater Christian College. He joined the staff in the fall of 2012 to oversee the preaching and teaching ministries of the church. Phil completed his B.S. in Bible at Maranatha Baptist Bible College (WI), M.Div. and Th.M. degrees at Calvary Baptist Theological Seminary (PA), and a Ph.D. in Christian Theology (NT) at McMaster Divinity College (Ontario, CAN). Phil has been married to Tia since 1998, and they have two girls, Hallie and Emily. He enjoys all sports especially golf, as well as reading, writing, watching movies, and spending time with his family.
Josh KEE
Pastor of Worship and Discipleship
Josh, a CCC attendee since high school, discovered his ministry passion during four years in the youth ministry there. After his University of Florida bachelor’s degree, he spent a year in Mars Hill, NC, joining CCC’s staff in 2004. For a decade, he focused on student ministry before transitioning to pastorship in September 2014. His fervor lies in strengthening Christ’s church through love, adoration, and faithfulness to the Savior. Married to Kari with three kids, Josh cherishes family time, church life, cool weather, people-watching, and meticulous Bible underlining. He holds a Christian Leadership MA from Dallas Theological Seminary.
Kyle LOOMIS
Student Ministries Director
Kyle’s deep ties to Clearwater Community Church (CCC) began in 7th grade, and he now serves as the Student Ministries Director. With a Bachelor’s degree in Christian Studies and experience as an interim youth pastor, he’s committed to youth ministry. He earned a Master of Arts in Religion from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary with a focus on Youth Ministry. In 2011, Kyle joined CCC’s staff. Beyond his spiritual role, Kyle enjoys physical activities like flag football, fishing, disc golf, and biking. He’s passionate about his wife Tiffany and their 2 boys, as well as inspiring his students to deepen their relationships with Christ.
Beth ZEEB
Children Ministries Director
As the Children’s Ministry Director, Beth Zeeb oversees a team of volunteers and programs for children from the nursery through fifth grade. Her unwavering faith dates to the tender age of eight when she accepted Christ as her Savior. Ever since, Beth’s heart has had a passion for the church, propelling her into active involvement in Children’s Ministry. Born in Tampa and raised in Clearwater, she has remained an integral part of CCC for an impressive 46 years. Beyond her ministry duties, Beth finds joy in a multitude of hobbies, including hosting gatherings, embarking on leisurely bike rides, tending to her flourishing garden, and indulging in the charm of classic films.
Elders
BRIAN BELL
Elder
Brian Bell has attended CCC since 2010 with his wife Victoria. They have been married since 2013 and have two children, Joshua and Ava. Brian and Victoria have served in first impressions, small groups, and student ministries at CCC. Brian has taught in various contexts and desires that the members of CCC would behold the goodness and glory of Jesus Christ and be transformed by their love for him.
David BESS
Elder
David has been a born-again Christian for over 50 years. His wife of 44 years is Debby and they have four married children with ten grandchildren. David has been employed for 40 years in Christian education. Thirty of those years he had the privilege of administering four different Christian schools; two years he worked for a community college.
He has had the opportunity of being a deacon or elder in two other churches and considers it a great honor and a privilege to serve as your elder.
Bob GRUBER
Elder
Bob and his family joined Clearwater Community Church in 1995. Over the years Bob has served on the Elder Board numerous times. In 1997 he started Community Bible Study (CBS) at CCC as well as gone on numerous short-term mission trips. Bob has just retired after 27 years as Global Director of Inventory Procurement and Solutions for a local company in St. Petersburg. Bob’s wife Debbie was part of the office staff for many years before passing away in January 2012. Their wonderful daughter, Andrea, grew up through the youth group at CCC and passed away December 2021.
BLAKE TRAVIS
Elder
Blake’s faith journey began many years ago with CCC’s College and Career group. In December 2007, he wed his wife, Heather, and has been a dedicated member of CCC since 2012. Their commitment to the church is inspiring; Blake has worked tirelessly with youth, including those incarcerated, while Heather has assisted the children’s Ministry for years. Blake’s talents have graced the worship team, and he has shared his knowledge in ABF classes. With dedication, they anticipate serving the Body of Christ according to the Lord’s guidance in the future.
Deacons
Mark Mundinger
Cameron Stryker
Carl Towle
Support Staff
Eva JOHNSON
Office Coordinator
Heather O'KEEFE
Communications Coordinator
Delbert MACE
Facility Coordinator