Central Staff
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Rich Franz
Lead Pastor
About Rich
Rich’s greatest joy is helping people take their next step with Jesus. He loves seeing lives transformed and believes the local church is God’s plan for hope and community.
When Rich is not focused on ministry, he loves spending time with family—including his wife, two children, daughter-in-law, future son-in-law, and four grandchildren. Whether he’s fishing or playing a little softball, you’ll generally find a Diet Coke not too far away.
When Rich is not focused on ministry, he loves spending time with family—including his wife, two children, daughter-in-law, future son-in-law, and four grandchildren. Whether he’s fishing or playing a little softball, you’ll generally find a Diet Coke not too far away.
Jared Carwile
Executive Pastor
About Jared
Jared is driven by a deep passion for helping support and equip people to do the works of ministry, believing that when individuals are empowered and resourced well, communities are transformed. He brings that same heart for people to his role at Central St. Pete, showing up with intention and care in everything he does. Jared is an avid sports fan who loves catching games and staying active. He's also passionate about music and enjoys getting out on the water whenever he can. When he's not working, you'll likely find him somewhere with a boat, a great playlist, and good company.
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Student Ministries Pastor
Scott Browning
Interim Worship Pastor
About Scott
Scott currently serves as Interim Worship Pastor at Central Christian Church and is also a seasoned music educator.
Outside of ministry and school, Scott enjoys time with his wife, Rachael, their two boys, Charlie and Isaac, playing billiards, and firing up the grill or smoker for good BBQ.
Outside of ministry and school, Scott enjoys time with his wife, Rachael, their two boys, Charlie and Isaac, playing billiards, and firing up the grill or smoker for good BBQ.
Rick Gross
Communications Director
About Rick
Rick's life goal is to help connect people to what God has for them. Rick would love to see a Super Bowl in person and meet Dave Matthews Band. Rick grew up here in St. Petersburg, graduating from Boca Ciega High School (woohoo class of '99!) Rick and his wife Jenn met while doing community theater. They have two awesome boys, Gavin and Nolan. Together, they form the likes of a family that had never been seen. He loves to read, watch football or baseball, and find a park to hike at with his family!
If you’re new to Central, he’d love the chance to meet you.
If you’re new to Central, he’d love the chance to meet you.
Laura Fischer
Children's Director
Maranda Upson
Children's Administrative Assistant
Kady Davis
Children's Administrative Assistant
Debbie Fleetwood
Administrative Assistant
Stephanie Scribani-Anderson
Bookkeeper
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Rich Franz
Will Crandle
Rob Breese
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