Zack Collier, Lead Pastor

E-Mail: zack@ch.church


Zack has been serving Community Heights Church since 2007. He has a Bachelor's Degree in Business from UVA-Wise, a Master’s Degree in Organizational Management from Liberty University, and a Master’s Degree in Theological Studies from Liberty University Seminary. Zack spent 13 years in the business community working with organizations, small businesses, and individuals. Here at Community Heights he has served as small group leader, Adult Sunday School Teacher, and Deacon. He has a passion for helping people draw close to God. Zack and his wife, Angela, were married in 2002 and have four children: Isaac, Gideon, Callie, and Noah. 

Chad Gardner, Discipleship Pastor

E-Mail: chad@ch.church


Chad has been married twenty-two years to his wife, Lindsay. They have three children: Hali, Caleb, and Malachi. Chad is very passionate about football. He also loves to travel and hike. Chad has been involved in the ministry for over twenty-five years. He was a student pastor for eleven years and a church planter/associate pastor after that. Chad’s passion is to connect with people and help them enjoy a relationship with Jesus.

Virginia Hart, Administrative Assistant

E-Mail: office@ch.church


Virginia and her husband Mike, along with their sons Kyle and Matt, have been a part of Community Heights for over 20 years.  After retiring from teaching in public schools, Virginia worked as an office assistant for Old Dominion University Distance Learning. She and Mike are now both fully retired and enjoy serving the church family here at Community Heights. They're blessed that God has opened the door for this new opportunity to serve.

Jason Osborne, Encounter Youth Leader

E-Mail: jason@ch.church


Jason earned his undergraduate degree at Radford University and majored in Biology. He then went on to earn his masters degree in Biology from East Tennessee State University. That same year he began teaching at Southwest Virginia Community College as a biology professor. He has been a member of Community Heights since 2001. He has served in different ministries at the church over the years but has always had a passion to disciple young adults and youth. Jason married his wife Rhonda in 1997. Together they have four wonderful children: Grace, Justin, Joshua, and Ella. They are excited to see what God has in store for our church and our community.

Travis Cantrell, Encounter Youth Teacher

E-Mail: travis@ch.church


Travis has been married to our Community Kids Coordinator, Holly, since 1999 and they have 3 children: Kaleb, Robbie, and Katie. He believes that helping young people learn about God and grow in their walk with Christ is one of the most rewarding feelings in life!

Holly Cantrell, Community Kids Coordinator

E-Mail: holly@ch.church


Holly married Travis, our Encounter Youth Teacher, in 1999. They have three children: Kaleb, Robbie, and Kaleb. She's always excited to help teach our young ones and to provide assistance and guidance to our Community Kids volunteers. 

Leanne Keen, First Look Nursery Coordinator

E-Mail: leanne@ch.church


Leanne has two daughters: Payton and Bailey. She believes that you’re never too young to learn about the love of God. She loves most sports, but especially football. She has been with CHC since 2015.