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 & Eqipped 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 teach Adult Bible Studies and lead the Prayer and Anointing Ministry.
Caden Svendsen
Junior High & Young Adults Pastor (current contact for High School)
- 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.
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.
Jeanette Kranz
Connections Coordinator
- I connect our congregation with Christ's love and hugs through prayer support, ministry, and at the Sunday morning info booth on the patio.
- My hobbies are playing the piano.
- I have been married to my high school sweetheart, Greg since July of1974, and we raised a son and three daughters. We have two fidos, an eclectus parrot, and finches.
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 & 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.