Chad Diegle

Phoenix, AZ - Confirmation/High School

Chad Diegle has dedicated over 25 years to youth ministry, beginning his journey in 1998 in Sioux City, IA, and continuing in the Phoenix area since 2000. His experience includes 22 years at Desert Cross Lutheran in Tempe and the past three years at Prince of Peace in Phoenix. During this time, Chad has led dozens of youth and adult mission trips, both internationally (Mexico, Romania, Honduras) and domestically. He has also been actively involved in summer camps, retreats, and countless other youth activities. Chad and his wife, Kris, have been married for 27 years and are proud parents of two adult children, Dylan (26) and Collin (24). They also have one granddaughter and two dogs. They cherish their time together, particularly when traveling. For the past 20 years, Chad has also been a soccer coach and currently coaches varsity boys at a local high school. When he has time, he enjoys camping, movies, and connecting with friends and colleagues. Chad finds navigating the complexities of youth ministry in a changing American church landscape to be a welcomed challenge.