Our leaders serve with all their heart, as for the Lord (Colossians 3:23). Many of us found our own way back through recovery, and that’s why this church exists.
Founders & senior pastors
Jim & Lynette McCleland
Jim and Lynette moved to Venice from Illinois in 1999 and started the Center of Hope in 2001. Both are in long-term recovery, and they have been credentialed with Faith Christian Fellowship for more than 20 years.
Jim leads the men’s ministry and oversees building and operations. Lynette is co-pastor and executive director, runs Social Services and leads the women’s ministry.
1999
Moved to Venice
2001
Founded Center of Hope
FCF
Credentialed 20+ yrs
Ministry team
The people you'll meet on Sunday
Rev. Bill Curtis
Head Worship Leader · Board Secretary
Leads worship, sound, the website, social media and security.
Matt Ward
Worship Leader
Helps lead worship, ushering, altar ministry and communion.
Joshalynn Ward
Children’s Ministry
Leads Next Generation, our kids ministry.
Leslie Taylor
Teacher · Lead Intercessor
Serves in social services, hospitality and altar ministry.
Don Hoskins & Carol Gillikin
Recovery Church Leaders
Lead Recovery Church Venice and serve in hospitality and social services.
Ron & Angela Migedt
Ushers · Board Members
Serve in ushering, altar, prayer and social services.
