Ministry Team

Rev. Dr. K.C. Wahe

Pastor 
On October 4, 2026, the Rev. Dr. K.C. Wahe was officially installed as the 18th pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Burbank in its 139-year history. Pastor K.C. is a graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary and earned his Doctor of Ministry degree from International Theological Seminary in West Covina, California, on June 27, 2026.

Rev. Catherine Kelley 

Stated Supply Pastor 
Cathy, a graduate of Fuller Seminary and currently a Doctor of Ministry student, has been part of our church for several years. Cathy as of  January 12th , 2025 was  ordained as a Minister of Word & Sacrament and serves on our pastoral team with Pastor K.C., and Elder Dave Lessley.  Cathy will help lead our Adult Education ministry. 

Dave Lessley  

Elder/Clerk of Session
Elder Dave Lessley is our Clerk of Session, Dave and the Lessley family have been part of our church for many years. Dave is also our pastoral associate and assists in worship as needed and he has sung in our choir for several years. 

Dr. Lisa Ham 

Director  of Music 
Dr. Lisa Ham serves as our Director of Music, leading the Chancel Choir, directing the Praise
Team and ensembles, and playing the organ for worship services. She has been a valued part of
First Presbyterian Church of Burbank since moving to California in 2004.

Carol Flynn 

Office Administrator
Carol serves as our Office Administrator, supporting daily church operations and overseeing the financial processes for Burbank Pres.

Noli Alberto

Technology & Communications Support
Noli serves in technology support, digital communications, and a variety of operational needs throughout the church. He also assists with Sunday morning worship and hospitality, helping ensure that both in-person and online ministries run smoothly. 

Carlos Alvarez

Custodian and Maintenance 
Carlos Alvarez serves as the part-time Custodian and Maintenance team member at First Presbyterian Church of Burbank. He brings more than 30 years of custodial and facility maintenance experience from the Burbank Unified School District. Carlos is dedicated to providing a safe, clean, and welcoming campus that supports the ministries of our church and serves our congregation and community.

Michal Kanter 

Pianist/Accompanist 
Michal, a UCLA music student, assists our Music Director, Dr. Lisa Ham, during Sunday
morning worship and special worship services.