Dan Tuttle
Senior Pastor
Pastor Dan was born in Nebraska and grew up on the Central Coast of California. From the age of nine years old, he sensed a spiritual move in his life. He learned to surf at age 12, and since then, has enjoyed many exotic surf spots throughout the world. Pastor Dan’s education includes: Santa Maria High School; Allan Hancock College; Life Bible College and Calvary Chapel Bible College Extension. Dan got saved at age 20, and not long after, he met Susie by handing her a Gospel tract. After dating her for one week, they were engaged, and a year later, they were married. They have two sons, two daughters-in-law and four grandchildren. In Dan’s early years, working for a big company, he drove various kinds of 18 wheeler trucks. Working his way up in the company, he was promoted to Manager of an entire petroleum distribution bulk plant. After several years, the Lord called Dan and Susie into full time ministry. He was ordained at Calvary Chapel Santa Maria in 1995, and commissioned by them to plant a Calvary Chapel in the western village of Nipomo, which is still going strong today.
After a few years, the Lord then called the family to Georgia, where he planted Calvary Chapel Savannah and pastored it for 16 years. In 2012, he and Susie moved back to California for health reasons. Dan then served as Associate Pastor at Calvary Chapel Santa Maria. While there, he served in various ministries, such as leading the 55 and older Excursion Adventures ministry as well as teaching a Community Group Bible Study. However, his main ministry was their Missions Pastor, which took him to: Israel; Katmandu, Nepal; Tijuana, Mexico; Lima, Pucallpa, and the Amazon Jungle of Peru. In 2020, the Covid-19 Pandemic instantly shut down all his ministries. So in 2021, Dan and Susie moved to Bluffton, to be close to their sons and their families. On January 7, 2024, Pastor Dan became the new Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel Lowcountry. Next year, Pastor Dan and Susie will celebrate serving in the ministry for 30 years!
Ed Brasberger
Assistant Pastor
Ed and his wife, Elaine, have been married for nearly 37 years. Originally from Philadelphia, Ed worked as a letter carrier for 35 years. He has attended Calvary Chapel since 1997 and has served in various ministries over the years, including 15 years in Prison Ministry in Philadelphia, Nursing Home Ministry, and leading home fellowships.
Ed and Elaine moved to Bluffton, SC, in 2012. Since then, he has served as an Elder at Calvary Chapel Lowcountry and is currently active in the Men’s Ministry. His past mission trips include serving in both Costa Rica and Ecuador. On February 15th, 2026, Ed was ordained as an Assistant Pastor.
Ed and Elaine moved to Bluffton, SC, in 2012. Since then, he has served as an Elder at Calvary Chapel Lowcountry and is currently active in the Men’s Ministry. His past mission trips include serving in both Costa Rica and Ecuador. On February 15th, 2026, Ed was ordained as an Assistant Pastor.
Susie Tuttle
Women’s Ministry Leader and Senior Pastor’s Wife
Susie is committed to serving and encouraging women to know Christ and follow Him wholeheartedly. At the age of 19, Susie became a Christian and began her teaching ministry by leading a weekly Bible class of 25 fifth graders.
Through God’s leading, her love for biblical research—paired with a passion for historical and scientific records—opened doors for broader ministry. This led to Susie hosting her own daily Christian radio broadcast, Prayer Fellowship, for several years.
Susie has spoken at women’s events throughout the United States, South America, and Eastern Europe. Together with her husband, Dan, she has planted two churches—one in Nipomo, California, and another in Savannah, Georgia.
Susie is the author of four books: Song of Solomon Bible Study, Finding Jesus in the Hebrew Alphabet, Open Communications: Hearing from God and Responding Back, and Hearing from God and Responding Back ~ A Thirty‑One Day Devotional.
Through God’s leading, her love for biblical research—paired with a passion for historical and scientific records—opened doors for broader ministry. This led to Susie hosting her own daily Christian radio broadcast, Prayer Fellowship, for several years.
Susie has spoken at women’s events throughout the United States, South America, and Eastern Europe. Together with her husband, Dan, she has planted two churches—one in Nipomo, California, and another in Savannah, Georgia.
Susie is the author of four books: Song of Solomon Bible Study, Finding Jesus in the Hebrew Alphabet, Open Communications: Hearing from God and Responding Back, and Hearing from God and Responding Back ~ A Thirty‑One Day Devotional.
Catrina Hanna
Worship Leader, Church Website Coordinator
Catrina is a California native who has served as Worship Leader at Calvary Chapel Lowcountry since December 2025. She has a deep heart for singing to Jesus and leading others into His presence. Catrina serves musically through vocals, guitar, piano, and cajón, using her gifts to support both corporate worship and the worship team.
Prior to attending Calvary Chapel Lowcountry, Catrina served on the worship team at Decibel Church and previously led worship in both adult and children’s ministries at Calvary Chapel Killeen, Calvary Chapel Golden Springs, Calvary Chapel Pomona Valley, and Calvary Fellowship of El Monte.
As a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, the loss Catrina experienced during that season contributed to many years of living outside of God’s plan and resisting a walk with the Lord. After realizing that life without Him is meaningless, she rededicated her life to the Lord at Decibel Church. Six months later, she experienced a powerful night of healing that marked a significant turning point in her life.
Following that transformation, Catrina has been passionate about sharing her testimony of God’s healing power, particularly in the area of mental health. She has written songs in response to God’s unfailing patience and mercy, and her life verse is Psalm 116:2. Catrina is the proud wife of her husband, Cameron, whom she lovingly calls her “good and perfect gift.”
Prior to attending Calvary Chapel Lowcountry, Catrina served on the worship team at Decibel Church and previously led worship in both adult and children’s ministries at Calvary Chapel Killeen, Calvary Chapel Golden Springs, Calvary Chapel Pomona Valley, and Calvary Fellowship of El Monte.
As a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, the loss Catrina experienced during that season contributed to many years of living outside of God’s plan and resisting a walk with the Lord. After realizing that life without Him is meaningless, she rededicated her life to the Lord at Decibel Church. Six months later, she experienced a powerful night of healing that marked a significant turning point in her life.
Following that transformation, Catrina has been passionate about sharing her testimony of God’s healing power, particularly in the area of mental health. She has written songs in response to God’s unfailing patience and mercy, and her life verse is Psalm 116:2. Catrina is the proud wife of her husband, Cameron, whom she lovingly calls her “good and perfect gift.”