DCC Youth Leaders

I’m excited to be helping out with the youth group this year! As a Colorado native with a passion for the outdoors, you’ll often find me biking around town, getting my hands dirty in the garden, exploring local hiking trails, or relaxing with a challenging puzzle. During the day, I homeschool my energetic 2nd, 3rd, and 6th graders. Before this adventure, I spent eight years making math fun (yes, it’s possible!) for middle schoolers. I’m thrilled to connect with the youth and create some great memories together!

My name is Cayley Esquivel and I have been going to Deer Creek church for 10 years now. I was born and raised in Littleton. Then I headed off to Samford University in Birmingham, AL where I played soccer and got my nursing degree. I worked as an RN in the hospital for 11 years. I married my amazing husband, Anthony in 2015 and we have 3 awesome kids. As a family we love to be with people, enjoy the mountains and play games/sports. I love to hike, run and be with friends in my free time. I am a stay-at-home mom now. I worked in the DCC Kids ministry for 4 years prior to transitioning to volunteer in the youth group.

Shari is originally from Chicago and loves living in Colorado with her husband, 2 boys, and 2 dogs. She has a passion for running, hiking, reading, and snowboarding. Growing up, her youth group friends and leaders had a huge impact on her life, and she hopes to encourage a safe and friendly space for your kids.

Hi everyone! My name is Joscelyn Peters and I’m one of the youth leaders for the 7th and 8th grade girls. I’ve lived in Colorado my whole life but went to Dordt University in Iowa for college. There I met my wonderful husband Jordan and we’ve been married for almost 5 years. We love to paddleboard, hike, and read when we have time!

Hi there! My name is Krista Schallus. I grew up in Pennsylvania and moved to Littleton, CO, with my husband, Matt, in the summer of 2022. After 16 years of playing soccer, I traded my cleats for trail running shoes and now love exploring Colorado’s beautiful mountains and trails. Outside of work as a recruiter, you’ll usually find me cooking, trying new recipes, or hanging friends and family. I’m so grateful for the opportunity to get to know your kiddos and walk alongside them this year!

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My name is Greg West. I am from Alabama where I studied Aerospace Engineering at Auburn University (War Eagle) and then moved to London for another degree, volunteering with Young Life while I was there. I moved to Denver last year and I’m excited to join the youth ministry volunteer team at DCC. Come August, I’ll be married to Maggie and you will probably find us playing tennis, watching sports, hiking, or trying to transition from being water skiers to snow skiers.

My name is Anthony Esquivel and I have been going to Deer Creek for 10 years now. Born in Anaheim, CA but raised in Aurora, CO where I lived there from age 10-24. Married my beautiful wife, Cayley, in 2015 and we have 3 kids. We love going on mountain adventures, eating yummy food, and playing games/sports. I personally like cycling, kayaking and snowboarding.

I’m Jordan Peters. My wife Joscelyn and I have been helping with youth group the last couple years and have loved the relationships built with God and students in this time. I love to hike, paddleboard, and fish (sometimes all 3 at once). I am also pretty passionate about a small wooden toy from Japan called kendama. If your child winds up with one it’s probably my fault but I promise it’ll keep them entertained forever.

I was raised in Lawrence, Kansas with 4 brothers and awesome parents. I grew up in the church and came to know the grace of God as a kid. I want to serve the church and help others come to know God’s grace as well! I like nature, books, movies, music, and people.