The minds and voices at the head and shoulders of Woodbridge Community Church, along with a little about them and who they are beyond a smiling photo on a webpage. The leadership at Woodbridge heads groups and meetings, acting as guides and generators for discussion among the people that congregate here – like you!
Adult Ministry | Next Gen Ministry | Children’s Ministry | Worship Ministry | Ministry Support
Hi! My name is Frank Winans and I have been at Woodbridge Community Church since 1992. When I first came out of seminary, I started here as a youth pastor and then after 11 years I became an associate pastor. Since 2007, I have had the privilege to be the senior pastor. My Wife Cynda and I have been married since 1989 and we have three awesome sons. We love this church family so much. It is a great group of people that love the Lord and each other. I love surfing, golfing, water skiing, and going on dates with my beautiful lady. I love the land of Israel and I love taking people to the Holy land if it isn’t too crazy! I read history books for the fun of it.
Thanks for checking out our leadership page. My name is Vince. I was born and raised in Manila, Philippines. I worked in various managerial positions in the corporate world, until the Lord called me to the ministry in 1985, pastoring in the Philippines for 7 years. My family and I then moved to the US in 1992, so I could pursue higher education. I have been with Woodbridge Church since 1993, beginning as a pastor in a daughter church, and now serving as Executive Pastor. I love cooking, biking, swimming and traveling on mission trips. However, my greatest passion is discipling young christians in the Word of God, and seeing them grow and thrive in their christian lives.
Education:
B.S. Industrial Engineering from the University of the Philippines
Masters of Divinity in Biblical and Theological Studies from Asian Theological Seminary
Doctor of Ministry from Western Seminary, in Portland, Oregon
Certifications:
Ordination by Converge, Worldwide (Formerly the Baptist General Conference)
Certified Personal Coach by the Fowler-Wainwright International Institute of Professional Coaching
Certificate in Spiritual Direction, Formation and Leadership by The Leadership Institute
Qualified Administrator of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) by The Center for Applications of Psychological Type
Certified Church Executive by Startchurch University
My name is Graham McGuinness. I have been in pastoral ministry for 44 years. I served the Lord in Zimbabwe and South Africa and since 2009 I have been the Pastoral Care Ministry pastor at Woodbridge Community Church.
Born and grew up in Harare, Zimbabwe. (Rhodesia).
Married to Beulah-Joy for nearly 45 years. Have two married daughters and four grandchildren.
Military Chaplain – Zimbabwe.
Education:
Graduated from the Bible Institute of South Africa with B.Th.
Haggai Institute Singapore – Cross –cultural Leadership and Evangelism.
Certificate in Biblical Counseling from the American Association of Christian Counselors.
Interests: Love listening to classical music.
Hi, I am Jan Parker and I coordinate Women’s Ministry with the help of a team of women. We offer opportunities for women to get to know one another, to grow in their faith, and to bless others through service. Woodbridge has been my church family for decades and I have enjoyed serving here in various ways.
I was born and raised in western Pennsylvania. My husband, Bill, and I moved to California after we had completed our educations. We have three sons, two daughters-in-law and three grandchildren.
Education:
B.A. in Biology, Thiel College, Greenville, PA
Montefiore Hospital School of Medical Technology, MT (ASCP), Pittsburgh, PA
Southwest Baptist Conference School of Women’s Ministry, CA
I have worked as a medical technologist in a hospital clinic setting and later was employed by Greentree Laboratories doing non-medical laboratory work.
Bible study, traveling with my husband, family activities, botanical gardens and plants are my interests.
My name is Michael Cranford, and I am serving as Men’s Ministry Coordinator. I was for 8 years a professor of biblical studies at Biola University and Talbot School of Theology, located in La Mirada, California. My heart is for discipleship -- encouraging and equipping men and women to know, trust and follow Jesus Christ in today’s world. I came to Woodbridge Community Church and became a member at the start of 2015 but I have previously served here for a time with Pastor Frank some 20 years ago.
Raised in: Orange County, California
Family Info: Previously married; three children, one stepson
Education:
B.A. in Philosophy from the University of California at Irvine
M.Div. from Talbot School of Theology, Biola University
M.A. in Religion and Social Ethics from the University of Southern California
Ph.D. in Religion and Social Ethics from the University of Southern California
Published in:
New Testament Studies, The Journal of Business Ethics, Technology in Society, and Novum Testamentum
Hobbies & Interests:
Outings with my kids, writing, computers & technology
Hi! My name is Danny Pyon and I have been the Next Generation Pastor at Woodbridge Community church since January of 2014. I am an east coast native who now calls California home. I LOVE ministering to students and families. As a ministry, we are committed to living out our motto, “Loving the hell out of students, literally.,” so we can put heaven in their hearts.
place of birth: Born in S. Korea.
Where grew up: Grew up in New York
Education:
B.A: African and African American Studies, History, and Sociology from Brandies University, MA. 2000
M.Div: from Westminster Theological Seminary, PA. 2003
D.Min: from Westminster Theological Seminary, PA. 2011
Adjunct Professor at APU graduate school (2016-present)
Hobies and interests
I love all things outdoors, especially fishing and hiking. I love watching and playing all sports except soccer. I love learning new things and listening to people’s stories. I love big ideas and getting lost daydreaming about change.
Greetings! My name is Sterling and I have been at WCC since early 2015. When I first came to the church, I had just moved from Northern California to the Orange County area for Graduate school and didn’t have a church family to call home. It was a very dark season in my life being away from all my friends and family. When I attended the Young Adults group for their “X-Talks,” I remember feeling very loved and accepted as if I had been attending for years. After becoming a member of the church, I had the privilege of spending some time serving with the “IGNITE” 5th-6th Grade Ministry. Now, I am a part of the “Next Gen Ministries” working with the college ministry. I am passionate about telling others about Jesus and helping other Christians to become stronger in their faith.
Born: Walnut Creek, CA
Raised: SF Bay Area in the East Bay.
Education:
A.A. in Social Science, Chabot College, 2012.
B.A. in Biblical Studies, SUM Bible College & Theological Seminary, 2014.
M.A. in Theology, Fuller Theological Seminary, Anticipating 2018.
Hobbies & Interests:
In my free time, I enjoy watching movies, listening to music, and reading books. I also enjoy going on a nice long road trip and watching baseball (SF Giants fan). One last thing, I love making DIY (Do It Yourself) projects. My next project I hope to do is make homemade toothpaste. Stay tuned.
Hello, my name is Fhina. I have been serving at WCC since 1999. I am currently the Children’s Ministry Director.
We have a weekly Sunday program for kids from pre-school to 6th grade. We also hold special events including family camp, Fall Fest, mission trips, Christmas musical, Vacation Bible School, volunteer training, and parenting classes.
At the heart of our Children’s Ministry is connecting with parents. We believe that Christian values begin in the home. We usually see the children only once a week on Sundays, so it is the parents who are the primary spiritual teachers. That is why our ministry provides resources including interactive study guides and videos to help parents and children interact and grow closer to God together.
We offer guidance on how parents can make authentic connections with their children, for example, asking open-ended questions instead of yes/no questions.
Kids have an open heart and are curious. When they center their values around Christ from a young age, He gracefully shapes their entire lives and their family. We have a prayer wall in our children’s center where the kids can write their prayer requests. Personally, I love to see them placing their trust in God, even at a young age.
Born in the Philippines
Raised in Laguna, Philippines
Interesting fact: In Okinawa, Japan, I taught and ministered at a children’s school and church for five years.
College / Education:
-Bethel Bible College in the Philippines: Bachelor in Biblical Studies
-Asian Theological Seminary in Manila, Philippines: Master in Christian Leadership
-Currently enrolled at Kidmin Academy, an online course that trains and equips leaders of Children and Family Ministries
Hobbies: Spending time with my daughter and my husband. My daughter and I recently started baking together. I also enjoy Boba with my friends.
Hello, my name is Junia and I have served as the Nursery Coordinator since 2003. My husband
and I have attended Woodbridge since 1996, and both our kids took their first steps in our
nursery! As parents, we know all too well about transitions which is why our hearts to serve in
this ministry was set. We are glad to partner with families, know that it is crucial for parents to
get spiritually fed and cherish the uniqueness of each child. I believe that “There are diversities
of gifts, but the same Spirit. There are differences of ministries, but the same Lord. And there are
diversities of activities, but it is the same God who works all in all. But the manifestation of the
Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all…” (1Cor. 12:4-7, NKJV)
Education: My top interest of studies is Psychology, Neuropsychology and Human Development
hence I love the active learning environment in these early stages of childhood and being able to
apply my experience and knowledge. These babies are brilliant!
AA: Social and Behavioral Sciences, Arts, Humanities and Communication, and Psychology;
Santiago Canyon College 2014
BA: Psychology/ minor in Child Development; CSU, Fullerton in progress
Certificates: Community Emergency Response Team, City of Anaheim. Child Sexual Abuse
Prevention, TAALK
For fun: My family and I enjoy traveling, hiking, watching movies and gathering with friends
and families. However, listening to music, gardening, and reading and learning are my chill pills.
Hello! My name is Steve Mendoza and I have been at Woodbridge Community Church since 2012. I started serving through the Worship Ministry in 2013. Playing the drums with the Worship Team gracefully opened my heart to Christian praise music. Since January 2016, I have had the privilege of being the 5th & 6th Grade Ministry Coordinator. I also work as a Customer Care Representative at 3 Day Blinds. I love our church family. The prayer and encouragement
Place of birth: Newport Beach, CA
Where grew up: Irvine, CA
Family info: Single
Education:
Graduated from Irvine High School in 1993
AA. Degree in General Education from Irvine Valley College, 1995
B.A. in Speech Communication from San Diego State Universtity, 2000
Hobbies and interests: I love Growth Groups, exercise and diet for health, snowboarding, skiing, the great outdoors: camping, hiking. I love hanging out with family & friends.
I’m Jonathan Mortiz. Since early childhood, my life has always revolved around mission and music. My father was an evangelist, and the whole Mortiz family would travel with him and sing at evangelistic meetings and churches. I love ministering in God’s work. Since graduating college in 1987, I have been working full-time at the Far East Broadcasting Company, an international mission agency preaching the Gospel of Christ using radio and news media. This allows me to see the world of missions from a broad perspective. I’m married to Lelot and we have three adult children: Zak, Keziah and Keren. My life centers around three things: God, family and ministry.
Born: in Sta. Cruz, Laguna, Philippines
Raised in: Marikina, Philippines, moved to the US in 1997.
Education:
BS Biblical Studies major in Pastoral Ministries, Bethel Bible College, Philippines
MA in Organizational Leadership, Biola University
Hobbies: I enjoy hanging out with my family and my church community. When I’m alone or on a plane, I love reading thought provoking books. When I’m vacuuming the house, you will see me listening to my favorite Bible teachers on my phone wearing my headset. I also love listening to new worship songs online. Oh yeah, I love running my dog and playing basketball when I have free time.
Hello, my name is Jeremy Teschera.
I am a therapist intern at Turning Point Counseling. We have partnered with WCC to provide professional counseling and therapy services to your congregation.
I offer Christian-based counseling, but I tailor each program to the individual. My clients include non-believers, believers, and those who may be searching.
When I was little, I always felt it was my calling to help people. When I started attending church and became immersed in the Word, it hit me: “This is how I’m going to make a difference.”
I often think about the people who inspired and supported me through my years. Likewise, for my own friends, family, and clients, I want to be the spark that will change their whole life for the better.
No matter what stage of faith you are in, I have seen how applying Biblical principles helps clients continue growing outside of the therapy sessions, not just during the one hour I see them per week. Christian-based counseling offers a deeper connection to a lasting message, which has a greater impact in their lives. This then gives them encouragement to bring hope and meaning to others as well.
If you would like more information about an appointment, please contact me through:
Email: JeremyT@Turningpoint.org
Cell phone: 408-318-8854
WCC main office: 949-552-1101
Born in: San Jose, CA
Raised in: Turlock and Gilroy, CA
Favorite Bible verse: Proverbs 27:17
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”
This is my favorite verse because it exemplifies that when believers of the Lord are involved and are accountable in one another’s lives the outcome is spiritual growth, maturity, and mutual edification. There is nothing better than being in fellowship with one another for the glory of the Lord.
Hobbies: I’m a sports fanatic, whether it be competing or watching. I play in a weekly men’s basketball league, and we always laugh and have a good time. I’m especially encouraged when my girlfriend Tiffany cheers me on!
Tiffany and I also enjoy exploring new restaurants of any exotic cuisine and trying adventurous foods.
College / Education:
-Currently pursuing Doctorate of Psychology in Couple and Family Therapy
Alliant International University, Irvine
-Master of Arts in Couple and Family Therapy
Alliant International University, Irvine, CA
-Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
California State University, Fullerton, CA
Hi! I’m Vivian and I was born and raised in the Philippines. I met the Lord Jesus when I was 22. My whole family has been part of WCC and its ministries since 2001. My interests range from camping, hiking, and fishing together with my family. My children grew up visiting the U.S. National Parks thanks to my husband who is a nature-lover and adventurer. I have a degree in Psychology but the Lord has called me to serve in WCC in the administration department. I love being with people, and learning about each person’s uniqueness as God has created and gifted them. Mission trips to Mexico and the Philippines are some of the highlights of my ministry involvement. My life verse is Isaiah 41:10.
