Riverview Church - Bonsall - Leadership

Mel Svendsen

Lead Pastor

I completed my Doctor of Ministry in Theology and Apologetics from Liberty University, as well as completing my Master’s of Divinity from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois.
I love telling people about Jesus Christ and teaching God’s Word, and love spending time with my family.
My wife Barbara and I met and were married in Germany and have six children: Joelle, Brieanna, Mandy, Caden, Brady and Capri.

Ben Mechler

Family & Counseling Pastor

I have a Master’s degree in Bible Exposition from Talbot school of Theology and am a certified biblical counselor.
My hobbies include gardening, reading, hiking, camping, cooking, and spending time with my family.
I am blessed to be married to my lovely wife Amy, and privileged to be the father of my son Levi, and my daughter, Lyla.

Adam Duroy

Pastor of Biblical Instruction & Equipped Ministry

I have a Master’s of Divinity degree from Liberty University (Lynchburg, VA). I am currently a Doctoral student in Liberty’s PhD in Bible Exposition program.
I lead the Equipped Ministry for young professionals ages 26-36 years of age, teach Adult Bible Studies, and lead the Prayer and Anointing Ministry.

Brandon Gill

High School & Home Groups Pastor

I have a Bachelor of Biblical Studies from Calvary Chapel Bible College and nearly twenty years in ministry. I've had the blessing of serving as a worship leader, a short-term missionary, and as a pastor.
My wife Becca and I have been married for over ten years and we have two sons named Emery and River.
I love camping, cooking, playing drums, and traveling with family.

Caden Svendsen

Junior High & Young Adults Pastor

I graduated from Biola University with a Bachelor's in Bible, Theology and Ministry with a concentration in Biblical Languages.
I am currently studying at Talbot Seminary in pursuit of my Masters of Biblical Exposition.
My hobbies include surfing, playing basketball, and pickle-ball.

Will Walker

Youth Intern

Brenda Jason

Women’s Ministry Director

I have a B.S. in Business Management and Administration and have served in Christian Ministry for over 25 years.
I have a passion for women to know Christ and live in their true identity in Him, while serving the Kingdom of God!
My hobbies are gardening, sewing and crafting.

Janae Kramer

Children's Ministry Director

One of my favorite things to do is camping with my family.
My husband Kenny and I have three children, Wyatt, Zaya, and Cannon.

Isabella Rodriguez

Administrative Coordinator

Graduate of California State University, San Marcos, with a B.A. in Psychology.
I provide support to pastors, staff, ministry leaders, and congregation through website, social media, and communication management, and administrative and financial tasks.
My husband and I have one dog, Benji.

Dave Albertson

Facilities Manager

My hobbies are woodworking, stamp and coin collecting, and antiquing.
I am married and have five kids and twelve grandkids.

Sean Cox

Facilities Coordinator

I provide administrative services to our church and staff through building management, ministry and live event scheduling, and security.
My beautiful wife Shannon and I have two dogs: Tiger Woof and Noel Sophia.
Shannon and I are professional photographers and have worked around the world.

Scott Harrah

Worship Leader

My hobbies besides music, are cooking, and baking bread.
My wife's name is Claudia.

Sawyer Knox

Musical Director

My hobbies include making music and walking my dogs.
My wife and I have two pups named Millie and Frida.

Shaun Travers

Production & Media Director

I have the privilege of managing all audio/visual operations and leading the AVL Production Team, ensuring the seamless execution of ministry events and worship services.
I have accumulated eight years of experience in production, working with churches and local theaters and am a passionate musician.

Sean Daley

Production Technician