LEADERSHIP

Senior Pastor

Pastor Jeff Lee was born in Newport Beach and grew up in Orange County. He received his MA in Christian Education and a BA in Leadership. Jeff has a heart for evangelism and enjoys volunteering as a local Police Chaplain. He and his wife, Jennifer, have been married for 37 years and are grateful to have spent the last 30 years doing ministry together. Jeff and Jennifer have three grown children, three grandsons, and one granddaughter. In the summer, Jeff can be found at the beach, fishing or catching a wave.  He also loves teaching people to fish, so grab a rod or a board and come join him.

Elder

I was born and raised in rural Michigan. My hometown was small with a population of fewer than 300 people. I attended Michigan State University and after graduating, I joined the United States Marine Corp and served on active duty from 1966-1969. I am a Vietnam veteran serving from 1967-68. Kathy and I were married in 1969 and recently celebrated 54 years together. We have lived in Huntington Beach, CA for almost 40 years. Kathy was a high school Spanish teacher and still works as a substitute in the Huntington Beach School District. We have two sons, Brian and Michael, both married. Michael has two sons, Henry and Xavier. Brian has no children yet. I retired from Mars, Inc after 20 years. I was a Director of Raw Material Purchasing when I retired. I have been a member of Lighthouse for over 15 years. I am both humbled and honored to be asked to serve as an Elder.

Elder

My wife, Debbie, and I  have been members of Lighthouse Community Church for about two years. We married in 1982 and have two children and five grandchildren. Both our son and daughter live in Orange County and as such, we get to spend lots of time with our grandkids, which is a real blessing. Early in our marriage, we attended big Calvary for a short time, but realized we needed to be in a smaller church where we could be accountable and get to know people as we served the Lord. Over the years, I have served in men’s ministries, children’s ministries, led bible studies and home groups. Additionally, I was a treasurer and assistant treasurer. Both Debbie and I participated in premarital counseling.

Elder

Tom was born and raised in Long Beach, CA and accepted Jesus when he was 9 years old. He’s been married to Teri, a woman of God , for over 50 years and together they have 6 grand children. Tom and Teri love their church home and are grateful for the opportunity to serve the Lord here. He is a prayer warrior who loves interceding for our church. Tom also serves in a men’s ministry called Influencers that connects men from over 40 churches in Orange County. He is also involved in men’s bible study here at Lighthouse on Wednesday nights.

Elder

Dee grew up in Corona del Mar, surfing, sailing and swimming. After college, he followed his father into the insurance trade. He and his wife Connie have raised four daughters and are blessed with thirteen grandchildren! Dee and Connie have been part of Lighthouse Church for close to two decades, and many years they’ve co-led a life group in their home.

Elder

Rich and his family have been members of Lighthouse Community Church since the merger with First Baptist Church in 1998. He and Joyce have been married for 40 years and have been serving at Lighthouse in various capacities. He currently leads a life group and coordinates the Men’s breakfast. He first served as a Deacon, became an Elder in 2005 and has served an additional five terms. He retired in 2010 from the Los Angeles Police Department as a Deputy Chief after 35 years of service.