ABOUT US
We are committed to following Christ all the way!
El Centro
Ministries
Senior Pastor
Ricardo Woolcock (Rico) M.A., BCC has more than twenty years of ministry experience as a Pastor, Chaplain and Educator. Pastor Rico has pastored in Michigan, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Ohio, and has served as an educational chaplain at various Universities and
Academies throughout the United states and abroad. Rico is a Board Certified Clinically trained Pastor that has served as a Chaplain in Hospitals, Hospice, VA, and Civil Air Patrol, USAF.
Pastor Woolcock is a graduate of Oakwood University BA Religion, he holds a Master in Theology from Andrews University Theological Seminary and completed his clinical training at Huguley Memorial Hospital in Fort Worth Texas. Rico Also holds Certificates in Grief Counseling, Mental Health PTSD Interventions, FEMA Disaster Clergy coordination, and is a certified Olweus Anti-Bullying prevention facilitator, U.S. Dept. of Education
It is my great privilege to serve here at EL Centro SDA Church where we are creating a community of grace, that is open to all people from all walks of life. To help all we encounter benefit from the SDA worldview and lifestyle in a Christ centered context utilizing the existing methodologies for IN reach, Outreach, Discipleship, and Evangelism; or improving or replacing outdated and or ineffective methods while still maintaining a distinctive Christ Centered SDA identity.
Remember NOTHING can separate us frim the love of
God, Romans 8:38
Our Amazing Team
Hans Martin
Adelaida Arvizu
Church Clerk
Department Leaders
Denval
Pathfinder Director
Favorite Bible Text
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
Ministry Objective
Pointing youths to the Master Guide Christ Jesus!
Hans Martin
Youth Ministry Director
FAVORITE BIBLE TEXT
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”
MINISTRy Objective
To help young people develop a deep and meaningful relationship with God through Bible studies, prayer groups, spiritual retreats, and mentorship programs.
Sorange
Senor Ministry Director
FAVORITE BIBLE TEXT
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
MINISTRYObjective
To foster a sense of community and connection among seniors within the church through Bible studies, prayer groups, spiritual retreats, and relevant sermons.