our team

  • Pastor Gordon Wong comes to Mission Church with 20 years of experience having served as the founding pastor of The Bridge Church of the Nazarene in Honolulu, HI. The focus of Pastor Gordon's ministry is the development of authentic relationships. This focus encompasses our relationship with God, our community, the Bible and our world. Pastor Gordon also serves as the Graduate Chaplain at Point Loma Nazarene University where he serves the students and staff sharing his passion for; Jesus and building authentic relationships. Gordon and his wife Rachelle are both graduates of Point Loma Nazarene University. They have two daughters who also attended PLNU. In his free time, you'll find Gordon at Mission Trails golf course or kayak fishing in the waters off San Diego.

    Gordon Wong

    SENIOR PASTOR


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  • Paul has been helping people discover God's will and purpose for their lives which has been a lifelong pursuit. Paul and his wife, Aleta, have served in a multitude of ministry assignments for over 50 years. After 30 years of pastoral ministry to local churches, Paul began a new ministry career path in healthcare chaplaincy. They moved to San Diego in 2002, where, after his clinical training, he has served as a chaplain in hospitals, hospice, and county government. Paul's educational degrees include the following: BA in Theology from Pasadena College (now Point Loma Nazarene University); Masters in Divinity from Nazarene Theological Seminary; BCC (Board Certification by the Association of Professional Chaplains). Paul has served Mission Church as an associate pastor as well as starting his own publishing company, Amazing Grace Press.

    Paul Slater

    ASSOCIATE PASTOR


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  • Eric leads our ministries for middle school and high school students. He is passionate about Jesus, people, the local and global church, and California burritos. Eric grew up in northern California and moved to San Diego to attend Point Loma Nazarene University where he earned a degree in physics, but God grabbed a hold of his heart and called him to the church, ministry, and missions instead. Black holes and string theory are cool and all, but have you ever told someone that Jesus loves them? That's the stuff that gets Eric fired up. When not at church or hanging out with the youth group, you might find Eric hanging out with his wife Jennifer enjoying a sunset from Sunset Cliffs, playing beach volleyball, stargazing up in the mountains, or getting food with a friend just chatting about life.

    Eric mcpherson
    Youth ministries director

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  • Renatta grew up in Africa as a missionary kid and graduated from Point Loma Nazarene University with a degree in Child Development. Ministry has always been a part of our family and serving children has been a big part of that. Whether serving ion local churches as we gallivanted around the world in the Navy, teaching preschool or being a foster parent and working in the foster care system. Children have always been at the center of what I love! When I am not working, I love the outdoors and can be found on long hikes, kayaking and enjoying the beach!   I have 4 grown children, my twins Ian and Evan are currently serving in the Marine Corps and Navy respectively, my daughter Nikki and her husband Jay(Army Veteran), and my daughter Ikeya who just graduated from High School. My youngest, Naomi is a senior in high school and the only one at home.   My heart is to create a home at Mission Church where young families can grow together in the Joy of Christ, experience true connections as they raise their children to know and serve Christ, with joyful hearts!

    Renatta heuer

    Kids Ministries Director

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  • Evie has been with Mission Church for 3 years. Prior to Mission, she has served the Lord in Kids Ministry for twelve years, while also completing theology courses. She has degree in child development from San Diego State University and her Masters degree from Wheelock College. She also teaches Child Development at Grossmont College. She is now our Mission Valley Preschool Director. When she's not with Mission Kids, she is mom to two teenage girls, Makenzie and Brooke. She enjoys spending time at the beach, visiting local coffee shops, and hanging out with friends. Her passion is leading kids to Christ through outreaches and connections within the community!

    Evie kensel
    MNP Preschool Director

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  • Kelly grew up in a musical family as a pastor's kid in the Nazarene church and began attending Mission Naz in 2008. Music and Ministry have always been a part of her DNA. Over the years, she has loved teaching bible studies, leading Women's events and retreats, and of course, leading people in worship. Kelly has been leading worship for over 16 years and has been on staff here at Mission since 2016. Kelly attended PLNU and was a member of the exclusive Point Loma Singers during her time there. She has taught children's choir at many Vacation Bible Schools and help start a successful female quartet. Of all the titles and roles Kelly has had, people and music have always been her passion. Her goal is to create a team of excellence to allow people an opportunity to experience Jesus authentically. Kelly has been married to her high school sweetheart, Jon Miller, for over 20 years and they have three college age children: Klarissa, Kaiya, and Jackson, who all share her passion for Jesus, music, and Italian food. "If you are joining us online or in-person, I hope that music we choose here at Mission is a balm to your soul and gives you a glimpse of the love of Jesus that is so vast and grand it cannot be contained." - Love, Kelly

    Kelly miller
    Worship & Creative arts director

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  • Heather slater
    Worship Admin. Assistant


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  • Beth Smith
    Office/admin. assistant

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  • Steve Horrex
    Director of Facilities


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