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Gregory grew up in St. Petersburg, FL and give his life to the Lord over 35 years ago. At 20, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, where he served in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. After his military service, Gregory moved to Sweden, where he became a father to four daughters and grandfather to eight grandchildren. Returning to Florida, he joined the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, serving as a Deputy Sheriff, Patrol Deputy, Traffic Homicide Investigator, Special Victims Detective, and Crisis/Hostage Negotiator.

Later, Gregory married Romina and continued his education, earning a B.S. in Ministerial Leadership from Southeastern University in Lakeland, FL, and an M.A. in Christian Apologetics from Liberty University. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling from Liberty University, with plans to graduate in 2025.

Over 25 years ago Diana gave her life to Jesus Christ after hearing a gospel message preached from the pulpit of Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale. Since then, she has been passionate about God’s people and His Church. Diana has over 25 years of nonprofit accounting experience and is currently on staff at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale as a Financial Analyst. With a heart for God’s house and His people, Diana serves the church community by volunteering in various capacities. She is overjoyed to serve the ministry of Anapauo International Ministries. Diana participated in the inaugural mission trip to Sardinia in May 2024.

Denise Trio is a trained and skilled project manager who has been employed in full-time vocational ministry for twelve years. Currently she is serving as the Director of Development at HOPE South Florida through Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale, the largest church in South Florida. A licensed ministry administrator, Denise has been employed at Calvary for more than five years, serving as the Strategic Project Manager and then the Director of Strategic Development before her current assignment. Denise worked as the lead Project Manager on the Product Development team at OneHope, an international non-profit that reaches millions of children and youth each year, from 2014 to 2019. Before that, she was the Worship and Creative Arts Leader at a Baptist Church in Margate.

An avid learner, Denise holds her undergraduate degree in Architecture and Engineering from Lehigh University, Pennsylvania, and her graduate degree in Pastoral Counseling from Liberty University, Virginia, along with a certificate in Worship Leadership from Ocean’s Edge. She was also PMP (Project Management Professionals) certified in 2019, and currently is in a Master’s of Divinity program as an Equip South Florida scholarship recipient at Knox Theological Seminary. Originally from New Jersey, Denise resides in her condo in Pompano Beach with her mini goldendoodle, Beau. She has also started two side businesses – baking macarons and doing calligraphy. Her hobbies include reading, creating, exercising, and going to the beach.

Roy Fraker is the Director of Travel and Engagement Manager for Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale, serving there since 2006. With more than 15 years hospitality management experience from Walt Disney, Ritz-Carlton and Marriott International, prior to entering full time ministry Roy shared his gifts of hospitality and administration as well as work experience by founding and serving on numerous local, municipal and non-profit boards. A native Floridian raised in the construction, development and commercial real estate industries developing some of South Florida, Roy most enjoys serving his church and through residential discipleship and mentoring in his large home ministry for young men, while spending quality time with family, friends and his extended Calvary Chapel family.

Deborah was raised in Staten Island, New York, within a predominantly Italian and Catholic community, where her family was deeply involved in ministry for over 55 years. Her father, a passionate pastor, was dedicated to spreading the gospel and saving souls, while her mother, a woman of grace, provided a strong foundation in both home and church life, instilling a love for and commitment to Jesus Christ. As a pastor’s kid, Deborah later took on the role of a pastor’s wife for over 16 years at Gateway Church in Staten Island, where she and her husband raised their young family. Over 18 years ago, Deborah and her family relocated to Florida, where they became active members of Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale, which they now consider their home church. Deborah worked at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale for over 13 years as the Senior Executive Assistant to the Lead Pastor and also served as Secretary of the Board for Calvary Chapel and its subsidiaries. Before this, she held various senior administrative roles on Wall Street, where she cherished her years in the city and her evangelistic efforts. Currently, Deborah is the Relationship and Engagement Program Manager at the National Christian Foundation of South Florida. Deborah lives in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with her loving husband, Liviu. They are the proud parents of two daughters, Erika, who is married to John Marks, and Evelyn who is engaged to be married. This year, God blessed them with the gift of their first grandchild Hugo, born to Erika and John. Both of their daughters currently reside in New York city.

Romina was born in Caracas, Venezuela, in 1971, and she holds degrees in accounting and social studies. After her country was impacted by communism in 1998, Romina reinvented herself and built a successful 25-year career in the United States as a Food and Beverage Director, a role she pursued with passion. She is a proud mother of two children from her first marriage: Loredana, now 31, and Robin, now 30. At age 40, Romina faced a profound loss when her husband, David, passed away from a swift and aggressive form of cancer. This challenging time led to a deep spiritual renewal in her life.

Romina’s faith journey brought her to serve as an event administrator at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale for four years, where she played a key role in organizing and managing events, workshops, and community outreach programs. Today, Romina and her husband, Greg, are missionaries in Sardinia, Italy, where they are dedicated to spreading the Gospel and offering support, hope, and love to the island’s residents. Romina and Greg have been happily married for a decade, and their shared mission is a powerful reflection of their enduring love and faith.

Chris Baselice is a South Florida native and is currently serving as Campus Pastor at Calvary Chapel Plantation in Davie, Fl just a few miles from where he grew up. He graduated from UCF with a degree in Finance and received his MBA from FAU. His goal was to climb the corporate ladder to find fortune and success, but Chris was radically saved in 2002 and immediately felt the call into full time ministry. He has been on staff at the church since 2008 and has been pastoring since 2010. Chris is passionate about prayer, discipleship, and teaching God’s word.

He and his wife Shona met in high school and have been married for 19 years. They have 3 incredible children: Savannah (22), Elijah (16), and Jacob (14). They love travel, good food, and enjoy watching movies together (especially super hero ones). They are an extremely competitive family and have been known to get a little wild at game nights.

Karen was born in Buffalo, NY, and has lived in the Fort Lauderdale area for the past 40 years. She spent over two decades in the banking industry, finishing her career as a Fraud Investigator. For the past 21 years, she has served on staff at Calvary Chapel and currently holds the role of Executive Administrator.

Karen is married to Chris. Together, they have five children and six grandchildren.