Disciple Making Pathways - What is Yours? | | Encouraging One Another Through Regional Gatherings | | |
Our EFCA OC Regional Gatherings are a place for church leaders to connect, be encouraged, build relationships, and find practical ways to bless one another.
Recently, Epicenter Church in Tustin, one of our newer EFCA church plants, shared a need for folding chairs. We reached out to several churches to help purchase 30 chairs. Through the generosity of our EFCA family, 50 chairs and a chair cart were provided!
We had the joy of presenting the chairs at our most recent Regional Gathering.
Praise God for churches coming together to encourage and bless one another!
| | EFCA West Regional Catalysts | | Regional Catalysts are pastors who serve to “localize” EFCA West ministry in their respective regions. They add a layer of local presence to continue our efforts to make sure that no pastors or church leaders are left alone. | | Regional Gatherings Near You: | |
Translating Mission into Actionable Steps | Most every church has some sort of mission statement. But mission statements are useless unless they guide our actions. This month, Bob Osborne, EFCA West's director of church health, offers Something to Talk About with your team to turn your mission statement into actionable steps. | | | | |
WELCOME OUTPOST CHURCH!
Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Outpost Church in Star, Idaho, as they join the EFCA West family!
Outpost Church is a new church plant led by Steven and Hannah Huggins, who participated in the Church Planters Assessment this past June. We’re excited to see how God is working through their ministry and look forward to seeing them share the Gospel in their community.
Welcome to EFCA West, Outpost Church! We’re so glad you’re part of the family!
Want to send Steven and Hannah a personal note of welcome? Email Steven.
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Joe Chung
Lead Pastor
Journey Evangelical Church
Westminster, CA
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Keith Crosby
Lead Pastor
Hillside Church
San Jose, CA
10 Years of Ministry at Hillside Church, now moving to the East Coast.
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Dean Mayeda
Lead Pastor
Nova Community Church
Torrance, CA
40 Years of Ministry at Nova, now serving the EFCA West team full-time.
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Kenton Tse
Ministry License: 5yr Non-Renewable
Church Planter - Haven Community Church, Ontario Ranch CA
"Although credentialing is not mandatory, I believe that credentialing is a significant step toward greater accountability and commitment to the EFCA." - Kenton
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Andrew Herman
Ministry License: 5yr Non-Renewable
Lead Pastor - AnchorPoint Church, Rio Rancho NM
"I believe licensing through the EFCA will be a beneficial way for me to continue to seek growth and accountability in fellowship with others." - Andy
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Sharon H. Koskela
Ministry License: 5yr Non-Renewable
Domestic Response Associate
ReachGlobal Crisis Response
"Having a credential would increase my credibility in assuring others that my teaching is doctrinally sound and confirmed by my local church, EFCA West and the EFCA credentialing team." - Sharon
| | The EFCA offers five distinct types of ministerial credentials. Find the one that's right for you and start your application. | | Prayer Request & Partnership Opportunity | | |
Please pray for Refuge Church in Albuquerque as they seek a new place to meet after losing the lease on their current facility.
Pray for Pastor David Tanner and the church’s leadership as they seek the Lord’s guidance, wisdom, and provision in the weeks and months ahead.
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Immigrant Hope is asking supporters to help raise $10,000 by October 1.
With donor support, local Immigrant Hope teams helped more than 1,600 people navigate challenges within the U.S. immigration system last year.
Despite ongoing policy changes and obstacles, the organization remains committed to providing hope, help, and a home to immigrants and their families. They are asking supporters to consider making a special gift to help continue this work.
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Oct 19-21 | Laguna Hills, CA
A peer learning opportunity where topics and questions submitted by attendees shape the agenda. If you are in an executive Pastor role and would like to be invited please let us know. Learn More.
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Oct 12 - Nov 10 | Online
A classic missions partnership is when a church in one culture partners with a church in another culture to do evangelism, discipleship, training, or holistic ministry.In this course, you’ll learn key principles to apply to your current or future partnership. Learn more
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North Coast Leadership Conference
Oct 14-15 | VISTA CA
Leadership can be deeply rewarding—but it can also be isolating. That's why this year's Leadership Conference is centered around the theme, Alone and Afraid: Surviving the Enemy's Schemes. You'll leave encouraged, equipped, and reminded you don't have to lead alone. EFCA West Churches receive a 25% Discount by using code: EFCA25
Learn more
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Worship Leader Network Gathering
Oct 26-28 | West Des Moines, IA
A gathering designed to edify, equip and exalt. We aim to edify leaders by creating opportunities to nurture authentic, long-term relationships among like-minded individuals. You’ll be equipped as a leader with both practical skills and theological training through peer learning and expert guidance. Register
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Renewal 2026
Nov 6-9 | Clearwater Beach, FL
Paul Miller, ReachStudents Director invites EFCA youth workers and their spouses to connect with God and with one another. This is a retreat, not a training conference. Learn more.
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Children's & Family Ministry Leader Network Gathering | Nov 9-10 | Ames, IA
Connect with other leaders of children's and family ministry, where you can ask questions, share resources and encourage leaders who navigate similar ministry contexts. Register
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🏃♂️ EFCA WEST RAGNAR TEAM 2027! 🏃♀️
April 9-10 | San Diego CA to Huntington Beach CA
Are you looking for a challenge, an adventure, and an opportunity to build deeper relationships with others? Join us!
This is more than just a race—it's an opportunity to grow in community, encourage one another, and accomplish something incredible together. Team members will train, prepare, and celebrate the journey as we make our way toward race day. Learn More
| | EFCA West & EFCA Job Opportunities: | | |
Looking to fill an open pastoral position? Find the right candidate through the EFCA's personalized matching process. Start your search.
| | Israel's Ministry of Tourism: Pastor's Trip to Israel | | | | The Israel Ministry of Tourism is hosting pastors on a week-long exploratory trip to Israel, November 3-10, 2026. This is for first-time pastors who are interested in discovering Israel and learning how to lead their congregations on trips to Israel. Learn More. | |
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When The Time Is Right, Your Reliable Partner Is Ready
-Christian Investors Financial
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Many churches make plans, do their homework and even incorporate a mortgage payment into their budget before they take on a building or project. They’re getting serious about expansion. We help them get ready and we’re there when the time is right to move forward.
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ReachGlobal: Stay up-to-date with missionary stories, resources and missions opportunities around EFCA ReachGlobal. Subscribe today.
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EFCA Theology Conference Newsletter, a quarterly update connecting you to stories, events and resources related to theology and the EFCA. Subscribe today.
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To give by check please make the check payable to:
EFCA West Partnership Fund
901 E. 78th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55420
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