Our Pastor and Staff
Michael Ware, Senior Pastor
Pastor Michael Ware is the founding pastor of Victory Church in Denver, Colorado. This thriving church of over 2,000 members continues to grow each year with an expanding local and global vision. Pastor Ware is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University, where he received his B.B.A. degree in Accounting and Business. He has also earned a Degree in Ministry with Greek, and his Masters of Theology.
Pastor Ware is also a founding member of the Association of Life-Giving Churches and works directly with John Maxwell, EQUIP, and the Million Leader Mandate to train and equip one million leaders globally. He serves as a Presbyter and Overseer of numerous churches throughout America.
Pastor Mike's humor, as well as his relevant, practical, and down-to-earth messages help him connect with any person from any background. His spiritual insight, as well as his business experience have made him a unique and respected leader in both fields and throughout the community.
Matthew Ware, Executive and Worship Pastor
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Wife: Erica Ware
Dog: Gunner, our 6 year old yellow lab
Birthday: March 28
Birthplace: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Favorite food: ice cream, coffee, steak, seafood . . . most everything.
Hobbies: Travel! And just about everything outdoors; golf, running, mountaineering, shooting, and doing some home improvement projects.
Education: Bachelor of Theology at Vision Christian Bible College and Seminary
Matt joined our staff in September, 2008, as the primary worship leader and director of all the worship ministries. In April, 2009 he also assumed the responsibilities of Executive Pastor. Matt has worked at several churches in various capacities in his ministry career, and thrives on seeing churches become healthy and effective. He loves his wife, his dog, world travel, the outdoors, and leading people in worship. Matt believes he can accomplish more at a coffee shop than at the office, so you might find him there.
Gary Washington, Care and Counseling Pastor
Wife: Sammie, married 31 years
Children: Daniel Clayton (26), Mary Abigail (22)
Birthday: October 30th
Birthplace: Annapolis, Maryland
Siblings: 1 Brother, 1 Sister
Hobbies: Playing golf, reading
Favorite Food: Coffee
Favorite Bible Verse(s): Hebrews 4:9-11
Been with VIctory: On staff for 19+ years
Called by Pastor Mike, our "wise old sage", Pastor Gary is the longest standing member of the staff having served Victory for over nineteen years.
Pastor Gary, affectionately known as "PG", is also a PGA golf pro holding that credential for many years. He enjoys studying history and knows the Word of God like none other. His wisdom, timely prayers and counsel have helped everyong on the staff and many in the church at one time or another, and is cherished amongst all.
Doug Walker, Student Ministries Pastor
Wife: Annette
Children: Allison, Joshua, and Judah
Birthday: December, 27th
Hobbies: Family time, fantasy football, basketball
Favorite Foods: Filet Mignon and the "Luau" pizza from Beau Jo's
Favorite Scripture: Psalm 139:14-17
Favorite Book of the Bible: Philippians
Been with Victory: attended nineteen years, been on staff as Youth Pastor for 14 years.
I love to travel, especially with my family and on mission trips with The Edge. I also enjoy beating everyone (almost) at air hockey in The Edge Cafe. I could be the funniest person in the state (rumor has it - not confirmed though).
Todd Davis, Adult Life Pastor
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Wife: Jacque, married 22 years
Children: Tori and Ian
Dog: Chloe (Miniature Schnauzer)
Birthday: November 12th
Birthplace: Birmingham, AL
Hobbies: Family time, reading, music, exploring
Favorite Food: Soul food (home cooking)
Education: University of Alabama at Birmingham, B.S. Business
Master's School of Divinity, M. Min.
After ministering as staff pastor and senior pastor at various churches in the deep south, Todd and his family joined our staff in September, 2009. Todd's passion is to help adults become fully devoted desciples of Jesus. He believes one of the greatest ways of accomplishing this is connecting people to life giving small groups.
Jacque Davis, Adult Life Administrator
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Husband: Todd (married 22 years)
Anniversary: October 2, 1987
Birthday: June 29th
Children: Tori and Ian
Pet: Chloe (Miniature Schnauzer)
Hobbies: Family, Cooking, Singing
Favorite Food: Italian
Education: Vigor High School
Lee University, Cosmetology
Kurt Adams, Controller
Wife: Rebecca
Children: None yet, but we do have a Maltese who is 8 and a Golden Retriever who is 4
Birthday:April 9th
Birthplace: Denver,CO
Siblings: None, just me
Hobbies: Fly-fishing, bird hunting, guns, (that's right, don't mess with me...lol), paintball, and collecting DVD's and music.
Favorite Food: SUSHI fo' sure!!
Worked at Victory: 5 1/2 years
I oversee all the accounting activity at the church. Sounds fun, huh?!? After attaining a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Computer Information Systems, I've been working in the non-profit accounting scene for the past seven years.
Jim Fiske, Facilities Manager
Wife: Betty Brooke Fiske, for two years
Children: Shelby Renee Brook Fiske, age 8
Birthday: March 24th
Hobbies: Anything outdoors and spending time with my family.
Short History: I was saved at 19. I backslid for twenty years and was widowed in May of 2000. I lived in self-pity, hopelessness, and drug addiction for about a year and a half. One morning, in the midst of a cocaine overdose, I promised God that if He let me live, I would start coming to church. So, I started looking and another backslidden friend showed me Victory Church (God's not particular about who He uses). I started coming and through godly counsel, fellowship (Small Groups, Small Groups), and putting the Word of God into practice, I broke free of addiction, and have found hope in Christ Jesus. I am now currently leading and co-leading several Small Groups. I also get to do something I love, taking care of God's house!
Jeanne Ware, Ladies Ministry Director, Admin. for Victory Montessori and Childcare
Husband: Mike (Pastor Mike), married since 1974 Children: Matt (wife Erica), Rebakeh (husband, Kurt) Ministerial Experience: I've been a pastor's wife since 1984. I've actively been involved with Ladies Bible Studies since 1988. Prior to being in full time ministry I was an officer in Woman's Aglow. I have been ministering to women and women's issues since 1982. During our early - married life we (Pastor Mike and I) were Sunday school teachers for young married couples in the Baptist Church.
Hobbies: #1 KEEPING UP WITH MY HUSBAND (physically, mentally, and spiritually). Horses, cross stitch, reading (historical fiction), and my home.
Favorite Foods: Mexican food and steak.
Store: Wal-Mart Superstore Flatirons or Brighton (be sure you stop and tell me hi if you see me), Dillard's and Coldwater Creek (outlet store - online!).
Jeanne brings a voice to the church that when she talks, people listen! Jeanne has been married to Pastor Mike for over 30 years, and their marriage is a wonderful blessing and an example for the entire staff and church to follow. Jeanne is the head of our ladies ministry and speaks an encouraging word before every service. She loves ministering to women one on one and in groups.
Erica Ware, Human Resourcess Director and Graphic Design
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Husband: Matthew Ware, married since May 2007
Hometown: Colorado Springs
Hobbies: Camping, hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, golfing, most sports (watching and playing), music, traveling, reading a good book, movies, games, and (most of all) hanging out with friends and family!
Education: Bachelors of Science in Family Studies from John Brown University in Arkansas
Favorite Verse: "The Lord your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing." Zephaniah 3:17
I grew up in a wonderful Christian home and accepted Jesus as my savior when I was very young. I am extremely passionate about the Word of God and seeing people grow and mature in their faith. I have an extensive background in Human Resources and have been recently attending school for Graphic Design. As the newest member of the Victory Church staff, I hope to use my skills and experience to help strengthen the church and bring us to a higher level of excellence in all that we do!
Michelle Quintana-Zarbock, Office Administrator
Amy Wojtowicz, Student Ministries Administrator
I desperately desire to see the Great Comission fulfilled, that all people, everywhere would have the chance to hear the life-changing Gospel of the love of Christ.
Rick Keahey, Facilities
Jason Renna, Hardcore
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Full name: Jason Eric Renna
City: Westminster, CO
Age: 28 Years Old
Education: Associates in Prophetic Minstry from Vision Christian Bible College
Hobbies; I like to cook healthy food and drink many different types of tea.
I love to pursue and proclaim the knowledge of God, and am fascinated with His personality. I am into tailor-fitted jeans, Hanes t-shirts and international traveling.
I have a heart to change the nations of the world and serve my city well.
Family: I have one Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jason is curently attending college to further his passion and calling. He has lived in Colorado his whole life and traveled to many different countries in the last few years. He is committed to the maturity of our generation and a wholehearted devotion to God. He preaches and teaches the college ministry here at Victory Church and leads by example through night and day prayer.
