LEADERSHIP AND STAFF
Meet the team.
The Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers-USA (FCPO) is led by a dedicated team of committed Christians who bring a wealth of experience in law enforcement, business, and ministry. Together, FCPO’s leadership and staff share a deep commitment to equipping officers with the spiritual tools they need to navigate the challenges of their profession. With a unified vision, they work to bring the hope of Jesus Christ to the law enforcement community and equip officers to live out their faith with courage and integrity.
National Office
FCPO’s National Office staff plays a crucial role in the ministry’s daily operations, actively managing resources, partnerships, and outreach efforts. They work to expand FCPO’s influence, develop new programs, and provide the support needed to sustain and grow the organization. Whether through strategic planning, communication, or direct engagement with members, the staff ensures that the ministry remains responsive to the needs of law enforcement officers nationwide.
Paul Lee
Executive Director
Since 2014, Paul has served as Executive Director of FCPO-USA. A retired Chattanooga Police Captain, he brings 29 years of law enforcement experience and decades of leadership within FCPO at local and national levels, including former chapter chairman and former national president.
Ivette Diaz
Administrative Assistant
Ivette, a Tennessee Temple University graduate, has served as FCPO-USA National Headquarters Administrative Assistant since 1994, managing a wide variety of tasks to ensure efficient operations and positive, productive interactions with members and partners.
Melanie Goccia
Donor Relations Specialist
Melanie Goccia joined the FCPO-USA National Office in 2023, bringing 20 years of ministry experience. She focuses on donor relations and assisting in fundraising, helping strengthen support for the organization’s mission.
Steve Rogers
Communications Specialist
Steve has served in Christian nonprofit ministry over 36 years, coming to the FCPO-USA National Office in 2015. He manages digital operations, including website and social media, and writes and edits a wide range of ministry communications.
Board of Directors
FCPO-USA's Board of Directors consists of distinguished individuals, primarily from the law enforcement community, who voluntarily serve to guide and strengthen the organization. They play a vital role in shaping policy, ensuring that all corporate activities align with our strategic ministry objectives, and keeping the organization mission-focused. With an emphasis on collaboration, transparency, and accountability, they help expand FCPO’s reach and impact while staying true to its core purpose.
Jeff Caponera
President
Jeff Caponera is a law enforcement leader with over 28 years of experience and currently serves as Chief of Police in Grafton, Wisconsin. He is an FBI National Academy graduate and serves on multiple professional committees and boards.
Will Bryan
Vice President
William Bryan is a 17-year law enforcement veteran in Clayton County, Georgia. A former police detective, he now serves as an investigator with the District Attorney’s Office and is active in his church’s men’s ministry.
George Betscha
Secretary
George Betscha has served in law enforcement since 2014 and is an Arson Investigator with Florida’s Criminal Investigations Division. An award-winning officer, instructor, and field training officer, he also chairs his local FCPO chapter.
Mark Yates
Treasurer
Mark is a CPA, Certified Treasury Professional, and corporate officer with extensive nonprofit board experience. A longtime supporter of law enforcement, he combines financial expertise with decades of ministry leadership, teaching, and martial arts training.
Charles Gilliland
Board Member
A retired Dallas/Fort Worth Airport Police Sergeant, Chuck holds degrees in criminal justice and theological studies. He is a former FCPO-USA president, a Christian author, and creator of FCPO-USA’s Through the Eyes of a Cop daily devotionals.
Bob Faubel
Board Member
Bob is a retired Connecticut law enforcement officer, Navy veteran, licensed police chaplain, and church security manager. He holds degrees in psychology and theology and authored a memoir of his journey from atheism to Christianity.
Jean Flynn
Board Member
Jean is a retired Chicago Police Lieutenant with more than 35 years of service in multiple specialized assignments. An FCPO chapter treasurer, she has helped launch police Bible studies and prayer initiatives for recruits.
Victor Acosta
Board Member
Victor Acosta serves in Ohio law enforcement, currently with the Oberlin Police Department. An FCPO member since 2023, he has served as an FCPO chapter president and is committed to encouraging officers through Christian fellowship.
Clay Kicklighter
Board Member
A veteran law enforcement professional with 34 years of experience, Clay Kicklighter retired as Director of Georgia’s Public Safety Training Division. He remains active as an Auxiliary State Patrol Trooper and Peer Support Team member.
Charles Urgo
Board Member Emeritus
Chuck is a retired Chicago Police Lieutenant and founding president of FCPO Chicago Chapter 26. After decades of faithful service to both law enforcement and FCPO, he was elevated to the position of Board Member Emeritus in 2023.
