The Lord has called a wonderful team to serve the city of San Diego at Convergence Community Church. We know that a church isn't a building, it's the people. Our pastors are committed to making sure you feel like family and are surrounded by friendly people who are excited to get to know you.
Our Leaders
Eric Beeman
Lead Pastor
Eric is a pastor, teacher and musician. He's been working with students, musicians and church planters for nearly 25 years. Eric has a Masters of Divinity from APU, Teaching Credential from SDCC, B.A. in Sociology from SDSU, and an A.A. in Spanish from GCC.
Mike LaPan
Communications / Admin
Mike oversees the church's operations and administration, as well as its online presence and communications, to achieve its mission and vision. His love for the Lord started at a very young age, and he has been a born-again Christian since childhood. When he's not at church, you'll catch Mike designing graphics and t-shirts and posting on social media. He wants you to know he has a dog, and she's spoiled.
Eric Williams
Youth
Ever since he could remember, Eric has always wanted to work with kids as a guidance counselor. His experience with great role models and raising three amazing children, has taught Eric how to use his passion for God's will. When God blessed Eric to fulfill his purpose as a Youth Pastor at Convergence, He knew he could help guide these young adults into who God desires them to be.
Emily Gilbert
Childrens
Emily has been working with children for over 25 years and is a homeschooling mom of 3 who teaches music in her free time. Emily has a heart for leading children to Christ through teaching and music. She traveled with The Azusa Pacific University Choir & Orchestra and is currently attending Seminary at Southern California Seminary.
Josh Beeman
Worship
Josh found his love for music at a young age after sitting behind the family piano. His interests grew to include electric and acoustic guitar, banjo, bass, harmonica, drums, and other percussion instruments. In his free time, Josh enjoys leading worship, surfing, and of course, producing and writing music.
Shawn McFarlane
Prayer / Women
Shawn is the leader of the Prayer and Women's ministries. Shawn has been a leadership for almost two decades and is passionate about women knowing their identity and value as God's daughters. Shawn has also volunteered in the healing rooms, led prayer groups, and taught classes on how to hear God pray for others.