Pastoral Team

Faithfully shepherding the church through the Word and prayer.

Dr. Tony Wood

Dr. Tony Wood

Teaching Pastor

Teaching Pastor

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Tony has led MBC as the Teaching Pastor since it was launched in 2010. He is a graduate of The Master’s Seminary (D.Min.) and serves on multiple church and missionary boards. Tony and his wife, Bre, host the marriage and family podcast Date Night with the Woods, and Tony co-hosts Christianly. Tony and Bre have three children, Ethan, Peyton, and Ezekiel.

Dean Defuria

Dean Defuria

Executive Pastor

Executive Pastor

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Dean is the Executive Pastor at MBC. Leaving behind his career as an aerospace engineer, he now focuses on overseeing ministry development within the church. Dean is a graduate of The Master’s Seminary (M.Div.) and co-hosts the Christianly podcast. Dean is married to his best friend, Megan, and they have one son.

Desmond Outlaw

Desmond Outlaw

Staff Pastor

Staff Pastor

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Desmond leads MBC's Family Discipleship. After a decade as a graphic designer and photographer, he now supports MBC families in raising the next generation. He's married to Lauren, has four daughters, is an ACBC-certified biblical counselor, and has his M.Div. from The Master's Seminary.

Connor McFarland

Connor McFarland

Staff Pastor

Staff Pastor

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Connor oversees Discipleship and Outreach at MBC. After nearly a decade working as a private credit strategist at the world’s largest active fixed income investment management firm, he now focuses entirely on equipping the church to make new and better disciples. Connor is married to his wife, Joanna, and they have one daughter. He is currently completing his M.Div. at The Master's Seminary.

Elijah Kim

Elijah Kim

Staff Pastor

Staff Pastor

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Elijah leads the Worship Ministry at Mission Bible Church. Driven by a deep passion to glorify God through heartfelt praise, he focuses on cultivating a strong worship and tech team, prioritizing God’s glory in every aspect of worship. Elijah is a graduate of Talbot School of Theology (M.Div).

Rand Rowland

Rand Rowland

Staff Pastor

Staff Pastor

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Rand oversees the Young Adults Ministry at Mission Bible Church. He is passionate about helping believers grow in their faith and equipping them to live boldly for Christ. Alongside his pastoral ministry, Rand also oversees campus operations and campus care, and is completing his M.Div. at The Master’s Seminary. He is married to his wife, Annika, and they have one son and two daughters.

Isaac Mort

Isaac Mort

Staff Pastor

Staff Pastor

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Isaac serves as the Pastor of Youth Ministries at Mission Bible Church, where he is committed to discipling students and helping the next generation grow in a genuine, Christ-centered faith. Isaac is currently pursuing his M.Div. at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Brooke, are grateful parents to their two daughters.

Pastoral Staff

Faithfully shepherding the church through the Word and prayer.

Staff and Ministry Leaders

Equipping and serving the body for growth and discipleship.

Staff and Ministry Leaders

Equipping and serving the body for growth and discipleship.

Cindy Measurall
Adminstrator
Melissa Burton
Administrative Assistant
Annika Rowland
Assistant to Pastor Tony
Aaron Smith
Tech Director
Cortney Topp
Bookkeeper
Grace Eakin
Vocal Lead
Albert Gomez
Kids Director
Rená Acevez
Homeschool Co-Op Director
Chad Lucas
Group Leader Development Coordinator

Elders and Deacons

Elders and Deacons

Providing spiritual leadership and practical care for the church.

Providing spiritual leadership and practical care for the church.

Dr. Tony Wood
Teaching Pastor
Dean Defuria
Executive Pastor
Desmond Outlaw
Staff Pastor
Connor McFarland
Staff Pastor
Elijah Kim
Staff Pastor
Rand Rowland
Staff Pastor
Isaac Mort
Staff Pastor
Rhian Deguzman
Elder
Dan Smith
Elder
Hugo Acevez
Deacon
Jared Bergstrom
Deacon
Kevin Johnson
Deacon
Corre La Nuevo
Deacon
Jordan Lyle
Deacon
Chris Measurall
Deacon
David Pangle
Deacon
Kevin Rafferty
Deacon
Matt Robbins
Deacon
Fernando Ruvalcaba
Deacon
Derek Tsao
Deacon
Ed Weaver
Deacon
Jarred Zitt
Deacon

2025–2026 Ministry Interns

Training the next generation for faithful service and ministry.

Brandon Barrera
Intern
Anthony Edery
Intern
Shawn Hall
Intern
Marc Maruzzo
Intern
Luke Mladenoff
Intern
Jeremy Wong
Intern

2025–2026 Ministry Interns

Training the next generation for faithful service and ministry.

Become a Part of the Team

Become a Part of the Team

Get involved and see how God can change lives through you.

Get involved and see how God can change lives through you.

As the church, we lock arms together for the sake of the gospel, each person playing a vital role in the work God is doing. There is a place for you here, not just to attend but to serve, grow, and make an eternal impact. Take your next step and join the team.

As the church, we lock arms together for the sake of the gospel, each person playing a vital role in the work God is doing. There is a place for you here, not just to attend but to serve, grow, and make an eternal impact. Take your next step and join the team.

Get Involved and Grow

Take the leap and make gospel impact.

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Get Involved and Grow

Take the leap and make gospel impact.

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Mission Bible Church is a Home for Truth™, existing for passionate world change through loving God, loving people, and making disciples.
Mission Bible Church is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

© 2026 Mission Bible Church · 275B McCormick Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Mission Bible Church is a Home for Truth™, existing for passionate world change through loving God, loving people, and making disciples. Mission Bible Church is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.