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Things That Matter: The Pastor as a Contender

By | Ministry & Leadership | November 17, 2022 | 1 min read

Today’s culture presents a uniquely intense time to contend for the faith. Pastors Brian Brodersen, Richard Cimino and John Hwang engage in discussion for how pastoral leaders can be properly equipped (and equip their congregation), in order to defend the faith. “But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense…” (1 Peter 3:15)

Brian Brodersen

Brian Brodersen is the pastor of Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. He also serves as president of the Calvary Global Network, chancellor of Calvary Chapel Bible College, and co-founder and director of Creation Fest UK. Brian is the featured speaker on the Back to Basics radio program and co-host of the live call-in program Pastors’ Perspective. Brian holds an M.A. in Ministry and Leadership from Wheaton College.

Richard Cimino

Richard Cimino is the Director of Worship and Men's Ministry Pastor at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa in California. Prior to this, he spent eight years as the High School Pastor at CCCM and thirteen years as lead and teaching pastor at CC Grass Valley (Crossroads Community Church). Richard then started a Bible study in Roseville, as an outreach of CC Grass Valley, which became what is now Metro Calvary. 

John Hwang

John Hwang serves at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa as a teaching pastor and the director of the Pastors School.​​

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