MEET CRIS BANCROFT
Cris joined the staff of 1C as the Creative Arts Pastor in August 2025. Before moving to Jacksonville, Cris, his wife Kayla, and their three kids lived in Georgia, where he served as a Worship Pastor for nearly a decade. Cris has a deep passion for worship, creativity, and technology, and he loves helping people encounter God through music, production, and the arts. Outside of ministry, he enjoys traveling, photography, music, flying drones, and playing golf when he can. On Saturdays, you will often catch him watching THE Ohio State Buckeyes. Cris and Kayla are grateful to call Jacksonville home and love spending time with their three kids, whether it’s exploring new places, enjoying family adventures, or simply hanging out together.