Saddleback San Clemente - Meet The Staff

Scott Hitzel – Campus Pastor

Married to Lisa in 1996. Have twin boys, Ethan and Ryan.
What do you love about what you do in SC?
Seeing people realize they can’t go through life without Christ
Favorite dessert?
Sorbet
First movie you cried in?
Top Gun…Goose…
If you were a super hero, which one would you be?
Derek Jeter (being from NY a Yankee is a super hero)
Fatal Flaw?
My body produces kidney stones
Favorite things to do?
Networking, watching sports, and hanging out with friends and family.
If you could ask God one question, what would it be?
Why He didn’t give me enough skills to play S.S. for the NY Yankees.
What makes you laugh?
My wife watching Seinfeld
If you could be on a reality TV show, which one would it be?
The Apprentice
Three favorite movies?
Bourne series, The Usual Suspect, Tommy Boy
Hometown?
Buffalo, New York

Randy Craft – Pastoral Care and Operations Director

Married to Megan
What do you love about what you do in SC?
The relationships and seeing everyone around town.
Favorite dessert?
Mint cookies & cream ice cream
First movie you cried in?
The Land Before Time
If you were a super hero, which one would you be?
Wanta be Superman, but the quiz told me The Flash
Fatal Flaw?
Buying DVDS… I have over 500 movies in my alphabetically categorized collection
Favorite things to do?
Being outdoors with Megan and in Hawaii
If you could ask God one question, what would it be?
Why do skunks smell so bad? The rest can wait till I get to spend every day with him.
What makes you laugh?
My wife!
If you could be on a reality TV show, which one would it be?
Fear Factor…or Saved By The Bell
Three favorite movies?
Only three?! Braveheart, Bourne Movies, Good Will Hunting
Hometown?
Thousand Oaks, CA

Travis Collins – Worship Music Director

Married to my totally awesome wife, Hayley
What do you love about what you do in SC?
I love leading our church in praise, and I love meeting new people.
Favorite dessert?
Cheesecake
First movie you cried in?
Bambi
If you were a super hero, which one would you be?
I totally would be Batman, but I don’t need to answer this question because I am him.
Fatal Flaw?
Skittles and Diet Coke
Favorite things to do?
Reading, Drinking Coffee, Chillin’ w/ my wife, writing music, and people watching.
If you could ask God one question, what would it be?
Why do you allow injustice?
What makes you laugh?
I Love Lucy
If you could be on a reality TV show, which one would it be?
The Office & Lost
Three favorite movies?
It’s A Wonderful Life, Seven, Left Behind (Kurt Cameron’s finest performance ever)
Hometown?
Mission Viejo, CA

Cynthia Ross – Adult Small Groups Director

Married to Kevin and have two children, Amber and Harrison
What do you love about what you do in SC?
Connecting people and watching how the spirit brings laughter and joy to serious life situations in our church.
Favorite dessert?
Fuji apples eaten while on a Fijian beach.
First movie you cried in?
Snow White, Cinderella.
If you were a super hero, which one would you be?
My Grandma!
Fatal Flaw?
If it was fatal, I’d be dead- I can care too much.
Favorite things to do?
Catch an Ixtapa sunset with my husband and a cold lemonade, chips & salsa
If you could ask God one question, what would it be?
Could you quantify eternity for me?
What makes you laugh?
Myself. I’m learning not to take myself so seriously.
If you could be on a reality TV show, which one would it be?
Top Chef
Three favorite movies?
Gone With The Wind, Shawshank Redemption, Singing in the Rain.
Hometown?
O.C.

Jan Lopez – Office Manager

Married to Don, 2 children and 4 beautiful grandbabies
What do you love about what you do in SC?
I love working with all of the wonderful people on staff and our members
Favorite dessert?
apple pie and ice cream
First movie you cried in?
wow – that was a few years ago- probably Bambi
If you were a super hero, which one would you be?
Super Woman, she had those “bracelets” that protected her from bullets!
Fatal Flaw?
I worry too much
Favorite things to do?
Travel in our motor home with family
If you could ask God one question, what would it be?
Will I be able to see and hear my family when I’m gone?
What makes you laugh?
Jake
If you could be on a reality TV show, which one would it be?
Dancing with the Stars
Three favorite movies?
The Right Stuff, Driving Miss Daisy, Giant
Hometown?
Caldwell, Idaho

Julie Zambrano – Campus Ministries and Events Director

What do you love about what you do in SC?
…seeing the change in people as they “volunteer”
Favorite dessert?
s'mores…all variations
First movie you cried in?
Well…the last movie I cried at was the “Bucket List”
If you were a super hero, which one would you be?
Took the superhero test…Wonder Woman
Fatal Flaw?
Tears...someone crying…it gets to me…what do I need to do to get you to STOP!
Favorite things to do?
Going to events/concerts, snowboarding, playing with my dog – Rodeo, running, Pilates, learning to surf, and being OUTSIDE!
If you could ask God one question, what would it be?
Could we have had a “do over”!? What makes you laugh? ...just about everything
If you could be on a reality TV show, which one would it be?
Dinner Impossible, Amazing Race & b/c I am considered a “geek”…Beauty and the Geek J
Three favorite movies?
The Illusionist, The Kingdom, Matrix
Hometown?
Los Angeles, CA

Jake Rutenbar – Student Ministry Director

Married to Erin (Luke & Harper)
What do you love about what you do in SC?
I get to spend time hanging with, talking to, and having fun with students
Favorite dessert?
Cookie dough or brownie batter (uncooked)
First movie you cried in?
I cry in every movie…but 1st is E.T.
If you were a super hero, which one would you be?
Magneto
Fatal Flaw?
Macho Bacon & Egg Burrito and a Cherry Coke
Favorite things to do?
Sports (Angels & Cowboys), XBox 360, listening to music, and making videos
If you could ask God one question, what would it be?
How can I use my time on Earth most effectively?
What makes you laugh?
The Office and my family
If you could be on a reality TV show, which one would it be?
America’s Next Top Model
Three favorite movies?
The Royal Tenenbaums, Cinderella Man, The Empire Strikes Back
Hometown?
Mission Viejo, CA

Kim Versluis – Children’s Ministry Director

What do you love about what you do in SC?
Teaching kids about Jesus!!
Favorite dessert?
Pizookie
First movie you cried in?
My Girl— So sad when she dies! (oh another thing you should know, I am notorious for spoiling the end of movies)
If you were a super hero, which one would you be?
SHE-RA. Princess of Power!
Fatal Flaw?
Speaking before I think
Favorite things to do?
Travel
If you could ask God one question, what would it be?
Why do I always laugh in staff meetings when I look at Rose?
What makes you laugh?
Awkward Moments, Rose, Dogs, Children, Will Ferrell, Bears and so much more, I love to laugh!
If you could be on a reality TV show, which one would it be?
I can’t pick one, so I pick 3---American Idol, Amazing Race, Project Runway
Three favorite movies?
TAnchor Man, The Secret Garden, Knotting Hill
Hometown?
Mission Viejo, CA

Rose Kent – Children’s Small Groups Director

Married to Jay and have three children Bailey Jace, and Logan
What do you love about what you do in SC?
Watching families experience God together
Favorite dessert?
Anything sweet
First movie you cried in?
Cinderella
If you were a super hero, which one would you be?
Storm from X-Men
Fatal Flaw?
I think there are 25 hours in a day
Favorite things to do?
Spend time with family without distractions
If you could ask God one question, what would it be?
Where is that 25th hour each day?
What makes you laugh?
“A Whole Notha Level”
If you could be on a reality TV show, which one would it be?
Survivor
Three favorite movies?
Bruce Almighty, Titanic, Planes Trains and Automobiles
Hometown?
Mission Viejo, CA

Leah Stephens - CLASS Ministries Director

Married to John. Have three children, Christina, Kayla, Shelsey
What do you love about what you do in SC?
I love seeing God at work in peoples’ live, using my gifts to accomplish His purposes at this church, and being on this team!
Favorite dessert?
Crème Brule
First movie you cried in?
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, the kidnapper scared me.
If you were a super hero, which one would you be?
Bionic Woman
Fatal Flaw?
not taking enough time to relax.
Favorite things to do?
eating with friends and family, working out, and serving others.
If you could ask God one question, what would it be?
“Is my Dad with you?”
What makes you laugh?
My crazy daughters
If you could be on a reality TV show, which one would it be?
Life with Ryan
Three favorite movies?
The Notebook, National Treasure, How To Lose A Guy in 10 Days
Hometown?
Claremont, CA

Meet The Staff

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Scott Hitzel – Campus Pastor

Randy Craft – Pastoral Care and Operations Director

Travis Collins – Worship Music Director

Cynthia Ross – Adult Small Groups Director

Jan Lopez – Office Manager

Julie Zambrano – Campus Ministries and Events Director

Jake Rutenbar – Student Ministry Director

Kim Versluis – Children’s Ministry Director

Rose Kent – Children’s Small Groups Director

Leah Stephens - CLASS Ministries Director

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