Rankin grew up near New Orleans. He worked in corporate banking for five years before deciding to become a pastor. After his training at Princeton Theological Seminary, Rankin was Minister of Teaching and Missions at First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga.

He likes the fact that Los Angeles is a town that turns around the idea of story and the need for a redemptive ending.

Rankin enjoys most any sport, poetry (especially Robert Frost), and music (especially Bruce Springsteen).

Rankin married his wife Morgen in February 2008. They have three children: Jack (born November 2009), Emi Bea (born April 2011), and Will Samms (born March 2013).

Marshall was raised in Dallas, Texas. He studied history at Vanderbilt University, and after college, worked as a stock broker and as a middle school teacher and coach. Marshall received his Master of Divinity from Reformed Theological Seminary, and served for six years as a college pastor before moving to LA. He loves riding his bike to work, playing golf, and engaging in a good conversation.

Paul Kim recently moved to Los Angeles with his wife Janette and their four boys – Elijah, Caleb, Noah and Nathan. He brings 20 years of pastoral ministry and leadership experience to our staff, having studied at both the Biblical Theological Seminary and Westminster Theological Seminary. For 15 years he served as the Senior Pastor of Renewal Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia. At Crossroads, Paul is heading up our discipleship program and Christian Education, and is also overseeing other key ministries serving singles, families, and engaged and married couples.

Jeremy Weese was raised in the blistering cold of western New York State, on the shores of Lake Ontario. Having lived through his lifetime quota of snow in just his first eighteen years, he fled the Northeast and attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After graduating, Jeremy then decided that he wanted to study some more, so he studied five more years, this time at Covenant Seminary in St. Louis. Jeremy is excited that his journeys have led him to Los Angeles. In the coup of the century, Jeremy wooed, won, and married Esther this past year. Favorite thing to do in LA: Take a book to the beach and then not read it. He also enjoys going downhill.

Drew is a proud born-and-raised New Orleanian. Before joining Pacific Crossroads, Drew explored other areas of the country, spending three years in New York as a teacher with Teach for America and three years in St. Louis as a seminary student and social entrepreneur. When he’s not working or exploring L.A., Drew enjoys cooking up a zesty gumbo for Cajun food newbies, talking far more smack than his game merits at pick-up games of basketball, and just finding a spot at a coffee shop and reading a good book.

In May 2009, Joe graduated from Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando with a Masters of Divinity and an MA in Counseling. He and his wife Tiffany, along with their three children, live in West Los Angeles and lead a chapter of Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) at UCLA. RUF is a gospel-centered campus ministry supported by Pacific Crossroads Church. Joe enjoys watching movies with Tiffany, playing guitar, and paying bills (he doesn't really like paying bills).

Scott brings more than 24 years of business and non-profit leadership experience to Crossroads as he oversees finances, operations, missions, and children's ministries. Scott and his family moved to Los Angeles from Thailand in 2010 after serving as the Area Director for Youth for Christ International's Asia Pacific region. Originally from Indianapolis, Indiana, he earned his BA in Psychology from Wabash College and his MBA in Management and Marketing from Indiana University.

In 2010, Laura earned a BFA in Film Production from Chapman University, and then she moved back to her home state of Indiana and later was involved with an international film festival. In 2013, she returned to Southern California to join the Crossroads staff and actively pursue her dream of writing and directing. Besides making movies – and watching them – Laura appreciates photography, cooking and baking, traveling, and everything Italian.

The long and winding road that led Scarlette McKenzie to work for Crossroads includes escaping the constant torrential downpour of her native Pacific NW and establishing a dual-identity as an alumnus of Santa Clara University (as a Bronco) and the University of Oregon (as a Duck). With Bachelor's degrees in Communications and Human Biology and a background in non-profit development, advertising, and event planning, Scarlette is qualified to do pretty much anything.

Marie was born and raised in Washington State and studied Communications and Business Administration at the University of Washington. She moved to Los Angeles in 2004 to leave the Seattle rain behind and continue her career in advertising. Marie is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Intercultural Studies from Fuller, and when she is not studying, you will probably find her and her husband Kevin at the beach, traveling, or spending time with friends and family.

After spending his first 19 years in Pittsburgh - America's most livable city - Tim crossed the state to Philadelphia to attend Eastern University, where he studied creative writing. After graduation, he taught English in China, where he enjoyed one of the best and hardest years of his life. His desire to write finally brought him to Los Angeles, where he experienced more culture shock than he ever did in China, but he's learning to love it here, thanks in no small part to the Crossroads community.

Alex (known to some as Lexie) grew up mainly in Alaska and Washington State. She attended the University of Southern California and graduated with a BA in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in Theatre. Alex's natural curiosity about people has led her to her position as Volunteer Coordinator. Likes: art and poetry. Dislikes: meat and salad. Loves: single-origin pour-over drip coffee and Mumford & Sons.

Allen grew up in Dayton, Ohio and studied film at New York University. While living in New York, he was actively involved with Redeemer Church, where he served as a deacon. After moving to Los Angeles, he helped start Pacific Crossroads Church and is continually amazed at all God has accomplished through the growth of the church. Allen is married to Ramesh, his Persian princess. He's also a fan of chocolate.

Cathren grew up in a small town, taught school, was married to Scott, and had four children while living in Indiana. In 2002, she and her family packed up and moved to Melbourne, Australia, and then Chiang Mai, Thailand, to work with Youth for Christ. In 2010, the family returned to the USA to live in Los Angeles while Scott worked with Crossroads. Cat loves to cook, bake, read, write, hand stitch, be in nature, and spend time with her family, new people, and old friends in a plethora of ways. She plants herself wherever she lives as if she will remain there forever.

John moved to Los Angeles from Richmond, Virginia, in 2011 and found his new home at Pacific Crossroads. Contributing to Crossroads' mission is very important to John, and being part of the church staff and the Sunday evening set-up team allows him to do just that. He enjoys libraries, the beach, and going to the Grammy Museum and the Taper with his wife Jenny.

A Southerner at heart, Erin grew up in North Carolina and attended the University of Tennessee. She was on Young Life staff for seven years in the Southeast and Texas before moving to Los Angeles summer ’11. Erin is currently studying Interior Design at UCLA. Knowing what it is like to be new to LA, she is excited to help women connect at Pacific Crossroads. Besides Jesus and design, Erin loves hiking in Griffith Park and having good conversation with friends over Mexican food.

Chris and his wife Rebekah moved to Los Angeles in 2002 from San Francisco. They've since happily added their daughters Savannah and Lelah to the mix. Chris has been a pianist since his elementary school days in Minnesota, eventually moving to Manhattan where he earned a doctorate degree from the Juilliard School. When he isn't playing piano or directing worship, Chris enjoys being with his family and reading an occasional book.

A tried and true Nebraska Cornhusker, Jessica moved to Los Angeles in 2002 after graduating from the University of Nebraska. After an invitation to the Easter service in 2003, Jessica soon found some of her greatest friends at Pacific Crossroads. Jessica is excited to join the staff in utilizing her obsessions with organization, planning and music. If you can't seem to track Jessica down, she might be out of cell phone reception at Runyon Canyon or at the Hotel Cafe with her ringer off.

A California native, Alex grew up in Huntington Beach and moved to Los Angeles in 2004 to attend USC, where she studied International Relations and Spanish. A pianist and singer from the age of 5, she has always been captivated by music. When she's not helping out with Pacific Crossroads worship, you can find Alex reading at Bricks and Scones, performing shows, exploring Los Angeles (and beyond), and singing constantly.

Will was born and raised in Ft. Worth, Texas. After high school he moved to Los Angeles to attend USC, graduating with a BA in Music in 2006. Since college he has worked as a musician in LA and toured the world as a keyboard player. He loves trying new things, traveling, reading, and sharing good meals with good friends and family.

Dave grew up in New York City and moved to LA in 2000 to attend the University of Southern California. After graduating, he worked with Campus Crusade for 4 years, first at USC and then with Here's Life Inner City. Dave loves public transportation, Japanese food, the relative purity of college sports, and learning the city through the lens of Hope for LA's partner organizations. He is happily married to Sheela.

Warren graduated with an advanced degree in Pharmacy and studied at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia. Warren brings managerial, client relations, and client development experience from serving hospice programs in the West Coast with the Specialty Care Group of Omnicare. Warren is a member of Gracie-Barra Brazilian Jujitsu Academy. He enjoys reading, writing, food, and film with his wife Wendy and their small Jack Russell Chihuahua named Chloe.

Lisa grew up near Toronto. As a dual citizen of Canada and the US, she's lived all over in both countries. Lisa has worked in cross-cultural ministry for over 10 years and most recently helped found an organization in North India that oversees and supports two children's homes. In June 2011 she received a Master's Degree in Global Leadership from Fuller Theological Seminary. She enjoys outdoor activities (running, hiking, snowboarding), reading, and spending time with friends and family.

Patti has over five years experience working in children's ministry departments of churches, including Pacific Crossroads Church. Patti grew up in Corpus Christi, TX, and moved out to LA in 2000. She now considers LA home and thanks God everyday for blessing her with her dream job. In her free time, she enjoys reading, having long dinners with friends, watering the office plants, and killing time in a coffee shop. An avid lover of sports, her goal is to someday beat Marshall Brown and Seh Kim in a Crossroads golf tournament...someday.

A California native, Alex grew up in Huntington Beach and moved to Los Angeles in 2004 to attend USC, where she studied International Relations and Spanish. A pianist and singer from the age of 5, she has always been captivated by music. When she's not helping out with Pacific Crossroads worship, you can find Alex reading at Bricks and Scones, performing shows, exploring Los Angeles (and beyond), and singing constantly.

Regan was born in California and studied musical theatre at Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. She quickly discovered singing for Jesus and children makes for a kinder audience. Regan has been leading the children of Pacific Crossroads Church in worship for five years, and it’s been the best job she’s ever had. Her heart’s delight is showing kids the goodness of God and singing His praises. When she’s not leading the kids in a resounding raucous hymn, she’s loving her favorite little boys and fantastic husband.

Michelle was born and raised in Los Angeles and has worked part-time with the Crossroads Children's Ministry since 2006. Over the years she has served our children and families by wearing many different hats, from resident "baby whisperer," to sharing "coach" for toddlers, to check-in assistant. She is a newly-certified EMT and is completing her studies as a pre-physician assistant student at CSU Long Beach with an interest in pediatric care. Michelle enjoys dancing, traveling, and volunteering the graveyard shift in the Emergency Department of the LA County-USC Medical Center.

Born in Los Angeles and raised in the Valley, Sam received a BS in Mechanical Engineering from UCSB and a Master of Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary. Sam is a perennial child at heart who brings Crossroads over 10 years of ministry experience to children and youth. Sam loves exploring new places, devouring all-you-can-eat Brazilian Churrascaria, rooting for the Lakers and Dodgers, and spending time with his beautiful wife Karine and their two young princesses, Abigail and Joely.