Crossroads Church Staff

Staff

Mark Copeland - Pastor

Mark serves as the lead pastor for the Crossroads’ Journey – a spiritual journey where people connect with Jesus, grow in community and serve the world. Mark’s personal journey with Jesus began during his undergraduate studies in Boca Raton, Florida. He and his wife Rosalie moved to California where he graduated from Talbot School of Theology, La Mirada. God blessed Mark and Rosalie with two wonderful sons and their families – Joshua, Regan, Tristan, Riley, Caleb and Ezra, and Joel and Hope.

(562) 691-6674 ext 20 Email: Mark@crossroadslahabra.org

Elaine Friesen - Associate Pastor

Elaine's ministry began right here at Crossroads 35 years ago while attending Cal State Fullerton majoring in Music. After moving to the Inland Empire, Elaine served on staff for many years at a church in Upland. Elaine serves at Crossroads as our Associate Pastor. One of Elaine's passions is interacting with people who are discovering the joy of experiencing God's love and what it means to live a life of eternal significance. Elaine is married to Carl and they have three children and their families: Jordan, Amy & Greg, David & Kacy, and 2 beautiful granddaughters.

(562) 691-6674 ext 21 Email: Elaine@crossroadslahabra.org

Caleb and Ciara Hutchins - Youth Ministry

Caleb and Ciara Hutchins are graduates of New Tribes Mission with Bachelors Degrees in Intercultural Ministries. They have been active in youth ministry since 2006. Ciara grew up at Crossroads and it was here God captured her heart for ministry. Caleb grew up in Michigan where God was also preparing him for a lifetime of ministry. God brought Caleb and Ciara together at Bible School and on January 5, 2008 they were married. In 2010 God directed them to minister at Crossroads Community Church as youth directors. Their heart is to see students equipped for a lifetime of walking with God.

(562) 691-6674 ext 24 Email: CalebCiaraHutchins@gmail.com

Suzanne Willard - Children's Ministry

Suzanne Willard has been attending Crossroads Community Church since December 2002 with her family. She became involved in Children’s Ministry as a volunteer in 2003, working in Music Camp, Market Place and VBS. She took on the role of Children’s Ministry Director in September 2005. She has 5 children: Jackson, Cannon, Tytan, Mary and Renner. She loves camping with her family and in her spare time you can usually find her at a soccer or baseball field. Her favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength."

(562) 691-6674 ext 18       Email: Suzanne@crossroadslahabra.org

Dawn Holthouser - Office Manager

Dawn left her thriving career in a well-known apparel store to manage Crossroads office in 2006. In addition to day-to-day operations, Dawn coordinates staff meetings, plans Crossroads events, connects members with staff and services and even chauffers for outings in the church van. Dawn's creative flair emerges in everything she touches, from Crossroads weddings and event decorations to her own home: "I like making my house a home so it's inviting when people come in." But of all her activities, Dawn finds the most rewarding part of her job is the most hidden: helping individuals & families in need.

(562) 691-6674 ext 24 Email: Dawn@crossroadslahabra.org

Sara MacDonald - Children's Ministry Intern

Sara has been a part of Crossroads for 22 years (yes, she is 22). She first started working with the kids when she was in 6th grade and has been actively involved in Kids' Ministry ever since. She is currently a junior at Cal State Fullerton where she is studying to get her Bachelor's degree in Child and Adolescent Development.

Robert and Maria Garcia - Maintenance Team

Even before they attended Crossroads Church, Maria began volunteering in our food distribution ministry. Before long Robert joined her, supplying helping hands and expert organizational skills. Soon Robert and Maria's whole family had become integral members of our church family. Maria's current "food ministry"--her delicious cooking for every occasion from large church gatherings to meals for families--is a hit with everyone. Robert and Maria’s servant-leadership is being passed on to four beloved grandchildren whom they are raising: Sabrina, Enrique, Reyna and Robert.