Our Team
Wise and mature leadership is essential. Quality of character is far more valued over charisma. Our team is made up of a variety of members, from core staff & elders to ministry leaders. All of them work hard to shape the culture of our church, ensuring it's centered around Jesus.
Thinking back to the early '90s, when my girlfriend Wendy and I walked into a small group Bible study in Bryan and Sherry's apartment on Pismo St. in SLO, I'm immediately filled with profound emotion and a smile on my face. In many ways, it feels like it was just yesterday. At the time, we didn't know much about ministry in our early 20s, but we sensed that God was at work, with big plans for our community through this small group of believers. Over the past three decades, Jesus has transformed countless lives, and it has been my honor to serve in my role as a pastor on staff.
Similar to those early days, when I had no idea what the future would hold but felt excitement for what lay ahead, I find myself in a similar situation. I'm following God's lead and have decided to step down from my role as Associate Pastor. I feel a tremendous peace in my heart about this decision and see it as a sign of God's favor to leave this position while the church is thriving and experiencing growth. It's a bittersweet moment, but I also feel a sense of completion and satisfaction, like finishing a marathon (2 Timothy 4:7).
Though I am stepping down from my staff role, I plan to remain part of the Elder team, serving alongside this faithful group of men as we continue leading Calvary SLO into the foreseeable future. I am staying attuned to His Spirit and embracing these next steps with faith. As my son Daniel wisely said, "Dad, change does not have to be a bad thing. I couldn't agree more.
The wisdom of Ecclesiastes reminds us that there is a season for everything, and I've been encouraged to reflect on the seasons of starting and finishing that God gives us. I know that God will raise many more faithful people after me and alongside me to fill in whatever needs arise in my absence. May God continue to reside in and bless our church!
My family is indebted to this fellowship of believers, to Pastor Bryan and Sherry, the elders and their wives, countless volunteers and fellow staff members, for what has been an amazing ride for me as your Associate Pastor. I am inspired by all of you.