Chris Long is an accomplished worship director, producer, and music publisher.

Born in New England, he grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. He has served in several churches as well as managed worship music recording labels and song publishing companies. Long’s productions have achieved Gold and Platinum sales, while winning Grammy, Grand Prix du Disque, and Dove awards.  

At Good Shepherd, Chris directs worship as well as leads the technology team. He is currently heading an initiative to expand Good Shepherd’s creative community. He produces video and audio projects for Good Shepherd Publishing, including the recent release by The IMMERSE Collective.

Chris holds a master’s degree in ethnomusicology and is well versed in the history of American popular music. He loves cats, dogs, and great food, especially pasta and gelato.

Chris is married to Pastor Sandy Long. They have two daughters and three (almost four) grandchildren.