Meet Parkside’s Team
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Taylor Roche
LEAD PASTOR
taylor@parksidechurchbakersfield.com
Taylor was born and raised in Bakersfield CA, and has served at Parkside Church since 2018, becoming the lead pastor in 2023. He is passionate about helping people encounter Jesus and grow in lifelong discipleship. He has an undergraduate degree in Biblical Studies and Philosophy from Azusa Pacific University, and a Master's degree in Christian Ministry from Liberty University. With a heart for teaching the Word and building meaningful community, Taylor is committed to seeing the church thrive as a reflection of God’s Kingdom. He and his wife Ariana have been married since 2014, and have been blessed with two wonderful daughters. Taylor's favorite pastimes include reading, being outdoors, and cheering on the San Francisco Giants.
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Chris Bennett
PASTOR OF CONGREGATIONAL CARE
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Sarah Cornell
WORSHIP DIRECTOR
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Kris Berquist
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR
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Kara Baugher
YOUTH DIRECTOR
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Wes Baugher
DIRECTOR OF MEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY
wes@parksidechurchbakersfield.com
Wes has been serving at Parkside Church since 2008 as part of the worship team and has been on staff since 2022. As the Director of Media and Technology, he’s passionate about using technology to help the church share the gospel and grow together. Wes enjoys spending time outdoors and working on videography projects, and he is happily married to his wife, Kara, whom he enjoys serving alongside at Parkside as well.
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Erin Wilcox
CHILD LIFE DIRECTOR
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Brianna Olvera
DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES