Our Mission & Vision
HOLY SCRIPTURES
We believe that the Bible is God’s Word, inerrant in the original documents, that it was written by men divinely inspired and that it is the supreme, infallible authority in all matters of faith and conduct (II Tim. 3:16-17; II Peter 1:21.)
SIN, SALVATION AND ETERNITY
THE CHURCH AND ORDINANCES
We believe in the church, a living spiritual body of which Christ is the head and of which all regenerated people are members. We believe that a local church is a company of believers in Jesus Christ, immersed on a credible confession of faith, and associated for worship, work and fellowship. (Rom. 12:5; Col. 1:14-18). We believe that to those local churches were committed, for perpetual observance, the ordinances of Baptism (Matt. 28:19), and the Lord’s Supper (Matt. 26:26-30).
(1.) Baptism by immersion is a public confession of Christ as Savior and Lord; it is the symbol of one’s union with Christ in His death, burial and resurrection. (Rom. 6:3-6).
SEPARATION FROM THE WORLD
INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITY AND CHURCH AUTONOMY
OUR ASSOCIATION
Our Staff Team

Dr. Joe Falkner, Senior Pastor

How long have you been a part of PBC?
- Sharon & I have been with the PBC family since January 2005
What is your favorite part about your ministry position at PBC?
- My favorite part of the ministry is still teaching preparation.
What is one book you think everyone should read (besides the Bible)?
- The Applause of Heaven by Max Lucado, or any of his books really.
What do you enjoy doing outside of work/ministry?
- Outside of my ministry at church I also believe I have a responsibility to my family and especially to my grandchildren. I try to purposefully insert myself into their lives to encourage them in godliness. In addition, I love gardening!

- Since September 2017
What is your favorite part about your ministry position at PBC?
- Every person from PBC, because they are a loving and caring community. We are an imperfect people with an amazing God.
What is one book you think everyone should read (besides the Bible)?
- First Things First by Steven Covey. The book starts with the question,
What are the three things that really matters? It’s a great book with a business approach which I highly recommend.
What do you enjoy doing outside of work/ministry?
- I am happily married to Malissa, a native from Utah. We both enjoy working out, hiking, traveling, racing and trying international foods. I love adventure with her.
I like coffee, graphic design, and photography. I love being a pastor/shepherd/teacher here at PBC and the Hispanic community and I am humbled by getting to witness God do amazing things in peoples’ lives. Our motto this year is, “Earn, Learn and Return”.

- I have only been a part of Ponderosa Bible Church since 2016. However, I had known Pastor Joe and Allen Mann since 2013 because of another ministry I had previously been involved with. Because of that, when my wife and I began to attend in September of 2016, it already felt like home.
- For me, my favorite part is when the Church staff and I have worked so hard on a project for our Church family and they finally get to see it or experience it. The positive response and being able to watch everyone having such a good time more than makes up for the hard work that may have gone into a project.
- I enjoy all kinds of music but I would have to say that my favorite would be the old Church hymns.
- The one book that I would recommend to anyone besides the Bible would be “Mere Christianity” by CS Lewis. That book changed my life and how I look at the Christian faith.
- I enjoy hiking, playing music, card games, video games with the family, going to the gym, taking a long jog, and spending time with my family.
How long have you been a part of PBC?
- Since September of 2016
What is your favorite part about your ministry position at PBC?
- Having the opportunity to meet and help people, making real connections
- What is one book you think everyone should read (besides the Bible)?
- “Pilgrims Progress”
What do you enjoy doing outside of work/ministry?
- Play musical instruments, go hiking, or play games
- Since 5/2017; involved in Children’s Ministry since 10/2017 in office part time since 2/2019
What is your favorite part about your ministry?
- Getting to know more of our church family here has been such a blessing to me.
What is one book you think everyone should read besides the Bible?
- One of my favorites is Billy Graham’s autobiography. Godly advice on living, something everyone can learn from.
What do you enjoy doing out of work/ministry?
- I love decorating, I enjoy gardening but haven’t been able to much of that in the few years. I enjoy riding the Harley with my husband and look forward to more time exploring areas nearby Payson with my husband in the jeep.
How long have you been apart of PBC?
- My family and I have been attending PBC since 2015
What is your favorite part about your ministry position at PBC?
- My favorite part about the production ministry is working with the dedicated musicians and vocalist that volunteer each week. It truly amazes me how many people enjoy serving the Lord.
What is one book that you think everyone should read (besides the Bible)?
- The Bait of Satan, By John Bevere. This book helped me persevere during a very hard time in my life. A time when I felt alone and afraid. A time when I was hurt and angry towards those who wronged me. This book helped me identify how Satan attacks and made me realize that the Lord was protecting me, even through my hardest storm. I would encourage everyone to read this book because it will help relieve the weight placed on your shoulders from years of attacks from the enemy.
What do you enjoy doing outside of work/ministry?
- Sometimes as a mother all you have time to do is cook, clean, and relax after work. Although I enjoy taking car rides with my family to see new places, especially in the rain or snow. I also enjoy going to the shooting range with my husband for a little friendly competition.
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Cody Brooks – Worship Leader
How long have you been a part of PBC?
- just before the old entrance closed before the remodel was finished.
What is your favorite part about your ministry position at PBC?
- I really enjoy making people smile, whether that is with a joke, a smile, or singing one their favorite songs. The ability to connect people in worship and praise is unlike anything. I love that!
What is one book you think everyone should read (besides the Bible)?
- I am not much of a reader, but anything that deals more intricately with subjects of scripture you find interesting, growing in the knowledge is huge!
What do you enjoy doing outside of work/ministry?
- I love working on cars, target shooting, camping, enjoying the outdoors with my family.

- Since 2016
What is your favorite part about your ministry position at PBC?
- A favorite part about my ministry position at PBC is to make each building a person enters a pleasant and comfortable place to be. Using products that are safe and good for the people and the environment
- One more thing that I am grateful for in my ministry at PBC are the people and their belief in the power of prayer. God hears every word we pray. He answers every prayer. One of our most powerful tools God has given us.What is one book you think everyone should read (besides the Bible)?Another book that I enjoy besides the Bible is, “In His Steps” by Charles Sheldon.
- I like to spend time with Denis and our little dog Fay. I like to buy and sell things. I like to cook, and draw. When we get a chance to, we like to get out and see more of Arizona.

How long have you been a part of PBC?
- Since 2009
What is your favorite part about your ministry position at PBC?
- Working with the people here and seeing all the wonderful ways that God works in all our lives.
What is one book you think everyone should read (besides the Bible)?
- For working together in church ministry, it would be Sticky Teams by Larry Osborne.
What do you enjoy doing outside of work/ministry?
- Gardening in the yard with my wife Deborah and taking care of our pets.