OUR STAFF
THE ELDERS
North Orange Christian Church, desirous of following the New Testament pattern of leadership in the church, is an elder led congregation. The paid staff, including the Senior Minister and Associate Ministers, are given tasks delegated by the elders in order to ensure that the policies of the elders are carried out. The Senior Minister is an ex-officio elder, meaning he is part of all elders' meetings (except those involving the discussion of his own evaluation) and interacts with the elders in the discussions and studies they undertake. However, he does not have a vote in the actual decisions that are made.
EDMUND BROOKS
ebrooks@nocc.org
Edmund grew up in the Bay Area and has lived in Orange County since 2013. He has been married to Stephanie since 2002, and they have 3 awesome children. He has his bachelor’s degree from William Jessup University and his master’s degree from Talbot School of Theology. Prior to being called as the Lead Pastor to North Orange he served in Student Ministries for 15 years in various churches.
Describe yourself in three words:
Unique, rebel, redeemed
What do you enjoy doing with your free time?
I enjoy fitness, hanging out with my family, and watching a good movie.
What is your favorite thing about Orange County?
I love the eclectic food options in Orange County. It’s good.
What is one place you have always wanted to visit?
Fiji has some beautiful beaches. I’d love to visit there with my wife.
What is the best movie of all time?
It would be a western movie for me. I’ll go with Tombstone.
Who do people say you look like?
Aquaman or various Samoan pro wrestlers
What are you passionate about?
Fitness and sharing the gospel.
What is your favorite verse?
1 Corinthians 1:18 - “For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.”
What do you love most about your ministry?
I love that I get to communicate God’s timeless truths to God’s people.
STEPHEN ULANGCA
sulangca@nocc.org
Stephen was born in Quezon City, Philippines and now resides in Placentia. He married Kimberly in 2019, has a daughter, Mikyla, and 4 step sons - Thomas, Ian, Jaycob, and Caden. He began his ministry with NOCC in January of 2006. Stephen graduated from Hope International University in May 2001. He has served at various ministries since 1996.
Describe yourself in three words:
Creative, Musical, Technical
What do you enjoy doing with your free time?
I like to spend time with my family and riding my bike around Orange County.
What is your favorite thing about Orange County?
You can do just about anything here in this area.
What is one place you have always wanted to visit?
I’ve always wanted to take a European vacation.
What is the best movie of all time?
Any Marvel movies or Matrix movies.
Who do people say you look like?
A Filipino or Asian man
What are you passionate about?
Music and technology
What is your favorite verse?
Isaiah 40:28-31 - “Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
What do you love most about your ministry?
I get to see people of all different ages and races worship and praise the Lord God!
CALLIE COE
ccoe@nocc.org
Callie is from Yorba Linda, CA and has lived in Orange Country for pretty much her entire life. She currently lives in the city of Orange. She has been married to her loving and witty husband, Ben, since July 2016! Callie and Ben welcomed their precious daughter, Edynn Rae, to the world in April 2022. Callie has a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Studies from California Baptist University, has a Masters of Education from Hope International University, and has finished her multiple subject teaching credential program. Callie has attended North Orange Christian Church since birth. Callie served as a volunteer in the Children’s Ministry for nearly 10 years and served as a Children’s Ministry Intern at North Orange while in college. In August 2016, she then stepped into her current role of Director of Children’s Ministry. In this role, she is passionate about seeing kids discover who God is and who He has created them to be! And, she loves getting to partner with parents in their crucial role as primary faith influence in their kids’ lives.
Describe yourself in three words:
Adopted, Compassionate, Dedicated
What do you enjoy doing with your free time?
Disneyland really is one of my happiest places on Earth! I also love to just spend time with my husband, family, and friends. Playing card games and board games, talking, eating, and exploring together are some of my favorite things!
What is your favorite thing about Orange County?
I love that I can go to the mountains and the beach on the same day if I wanted!
What is one place you have always wanted to visit?
Greece!
What is the best movie of all time?
I’m really not much of a movie person, but romantic comedies are always my go-to! (And White Christmas during the holidays!)
Who do people say you look like?
I don’t really get this much. But...my husband is practically George McFly’s twin! We dressed up as George McFly and Lorraine for a costume contest in college and won!
What are you passionate about?
Helping people of all ages (kids, teens, and adults) see themselves how God sees them—loved, unique, and created for a purpose!
What is your favorite verse?
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” Colossians 3:15-17
What do you love most about your ministry?
I love that I get to be a partner with families in raising their kids to have authentic faith. From birth through college, I get to watch kids grow and develop into disciples of Christ. I love being a part of helping kids and teens discover who God is and who He created them to be!
MORIAH TUCKER
mtucker@nocc.org
Job Title:
Director of Youth and Young Adults Ministry
DIANA SUNDELL
Dianna came from a Navy family and moved to California when she was in 5th grade. Her family settled in Garden Grove where she later raised her own family. Dianna and both of her daughters have had successful careers as educators. They run the gamut from special education to advanced placement to administration. Several years ago, Dianna, her daughter Katy, and son-in-law Bryan purchased a home together in Orange. Since then they have welcomed her grandchildren, Karis and Collin. She also has 2 grandsons, Wilson and Cooper with her daughter, Jennifer. Since retiring as a full time educator, Dianna has welcomed the opportunity to spend more time serving at North Orange.
Describe yourself in three words:
Funny, compassionate, giving.
What do you enjoy doing with your free time?
When I find free time, I like to go to Disneyland, make a variety of crafts, watch sporting events (go Dodgers and Raiders), bake, read, and volunteer/serve (Girl Scouts, PTA, NOCC).
What is your favorite thing about Orange County?
The food! I always tell the 6th graders that is the best part of living in OC. You can get any kind of authentic food!
What is one place you have always wanted to visit?
I don’t really have any specific place. Visiting any place new is always an experience.
What is the best movie of all time?
I don’t know that there is one! Some that are high on my list are sports movies, Rudy, Field of Dreams, The Natural. Some other favorites are When Harry Met Sally, A Beautiful Mind, and almost all of the Disney movies!
Who do people say you look like?
When I was younger I was told that I looked like Sarah Ferguson. There’s also a Halloween picture of Heidi Klum that looks like me. Must be the German roots!
What are you passionate about?
Helping people – especially kids – learn how to be kind and care about and take care of each other. Rid the world of violence and hate – learn to embrace each other with love.
What is your favorite verse?
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. Matthew 5:9
What do you love most about your ministry?
I love the conversations that I get to have with kids. I love when they ask deep meaningful questions, or make connections to their own lives, or use what they have learned to help each other or themselves when they struggle. When a 4 year old tells me, “Don’t worry, God is with you,” I know that we are making a difference.
DAVE DOHERTY
ddoherty@nocc.org
BRYAN JUE
bjue@nocc.org
Chairman of the Elders
Bryan was born and raised in the beautiful San Fernando Valley, in Los Angeles. He first ventured into Orange County when he attended UC Irvine for his undergraduate degree and has never left still being employed by the university. Bryan also had the opportunity to attend Talbot Theological Seminary graduating with a masters in Theology. Since joining NOCC, Bryan has been involved in Student Ministries and being a small group leader. Bryan and his wife, Katy both work in the education fields and are raising their 2 kids here in Orange County spending ample amounts of time at Dodger Games, Laker Games, and Disneyland.
Describe yourself in three words:
Really Nice Guy
What do you enjoy doing with your free time?
Playing with my kids and golfing
What is your favorite thing about Orange County?
The temperature, it’s just right.
What is one place you have always wanted to visit?
I would love to visit Jerusalem and the Holy Land and see the places Jesus walked.
What is the best movie of all time?
Star Wars Episode V: Empire Strikes Back
Who do people say you look like?
I was told in China that I looked like a Hong Kong singer, Jackie Chung.
What are you passionate about?
Jesus, the Bible, LA Sports, in that order
What is your favorite verse?
Philippians 2:3-5
What do you love most about your ministry?
I love to connect people into a deeper relationship with God. If I can be of help for them in that
journey, then I can sleep well.
DOUG LAKE
dlake@nocc.org
Elder
JIM SCHAEFFER
jschaeffer@nocc.org
Elder
JOHN REYES
jreyes@nocc.org
Elder