Associate Pastor

Dr. James Smith III

“PJim” values SCC people from preschoolers to seniors through teaching, resourcing and caring. With 40+ years in pastoral ministry (10+ here), he’s still passionate about fulfilling Jesus’ Great Commandment to center life on the love of God & neighbor (Mark 12:30-31; I Peter 4:10).

An SDSU & Bethel Seminary grad, his Harvard doctoral studies focused on Church History/Theology and spiritual formation. Discussions welcome!

Besides SCC ministries, “Dr. J” teaches locally at Pacific Theological Seminary – and in Atlanta & Minnesota – with time for writing/speaking projects including baseball history (Go Padres!). He and wonderful wife Linda live near  beautiful Lake Murray and cherish three children + a swirl of grandchildren 🙂

 

E-mail: jds31@cox.net

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    Sea Change Church is a local micro-church, purposed to bring deep community transformation and far-reaching global impact in the name of Jesus Christ.

    Office Hours
    Sunday-Friday 10 AM-2 PM
    Closed Saturdays and Federal Holidays

    Worship Service
    Sundays – 9:30 AM & 11:00 AM
    Live Stream on YouTube & Facebook

    Bible Study Classes
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    Location

    627 Genter Street,
    La Jolla, CA 92037

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