Meet the team

Co-Director

Kayden is the Middle School Pastor at Christ Community Church. She graduated from William Jessup University where she studied Christian Leadership, Youth Ministry, and Theology. She has a heart for youth ministry because she knows the importance of having a place where students are being poured into and leaders can walk alongside them during this crucial time in their faith journeys.

“Citywide was created to bring youth groups from around the community together to love people the way Jesus does. I know how often the details of programs can distract youth pastors from being fully present with their students. In response, my goal is for the Citywide team to cover all those background details so youth pastors and leaders can focus on what really matters: growing their relationships with their students.” — Kayden

Co-Director

Blake is the High School Pastor at Christ Community Church. He graduated in 2019 from William Jessup University with a degree in Christian Leadership and an emphasis in Biblical Studies. He has a heart for the younger generation and is passionate about equipping them with the tools they need to grow their faith and impact the world around them.

“Citywide is a movement. It provides exciting and life-transforming opportunities for middle and high school students to get out of their norms and fired up about something greater than themselves. Oftentimes we forget what it means to serve our neighbors, and Citywide focuses on that opportunity. We take seriously the words of Jesus in Matthew 20:28. Our desire is for students to live into this truth and live life on mission.” — Blake

Administrator

Kyra has been volunteering in youth ministry since college and loves seeing students’ lives transform through the work of Jesus Christ. With passion for events and all things administration, she is excited to be on the Citywide team to see youth groups gather and serve our city.

“I have been on more than 10 week-long mission trips, both as a student and an adult leader, so I understand the value of these trips. Citywide is so special because students get to see our city transformed through their faith in God and service to others. My heart is that students grow deeper in their own relationships with the Lord during Citywide.” — Kyra

Assistant

Chris has 9+ years of ministry experience through multiple avenues of pastoral positions on church staff and missionary experience through YWAM. He’s passionate about raising up the next generation of leaders and has such a heart for youth and student ministries. He is looking forward to the opportunity Citywide provides to invest and pour into this next generation.

“I am passionate about Citywide because I know firsthand the impact it can have on your life as a student. I gave my life to Jesus on a trip similar to this one while in high school. An experience like this not only impacts your personal relationship with God, but you also get to go and be the hands and feet of Jesus in your community by serving, loving, and caring for them. You come back changed and on fire for what God’s doing in your life and the community. It’s an honor to be a part of the Citywide team and help create opportunities for students today to serve their community and grow deeper in their relationships with God and their local church!” - Chris