Staff

Ryan 2023

Ryan Rosenbaum, Lead Pastor

Growing up as a military kid, Ryan has lived in many places but now resides in Encinitas with his wife Sara and 3 sons Isaac, Ian, and Ben. A huge baseball fan, Ryan’s favorite team is the Red Sox (aka the Lord’s team). His favorite food is a burger and his least favorite is vegan “meat”. In his free time, you can find Ryan surfing, playing basketball, and coaching baseball. Ryan’s favorite scripture is 1 Timothy 1:15. His favorite book is the Ragamuffin Gospel and his favorite movie is Band of Brothers. 

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Steve 2023

Steve Osborn, Pastor of Discipleship

Family Bio: I've been married 38 years, and have 2 sons, 2 incredible daughters-in-law, and 1 adorable granddaughter.

How Long Have You Been at Seacoast: I joined the team May ‘23.

Fun Fact: I lived in Hawaii through 3rd grade, and didn’t wear shoes to school until we moved to CA to start 4th grade.

Favorite Bible Verse: One - Seriously?

Favorite Books, Authors, Music: Knowing God, J.I. Packer; Simply Jesus, N.T. Wright; Renovation of the Heart, Dallas Willard; The King’s Cross, Tim Keller; 70’s Soul.

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Jonathan Kim, Director of Worship Ministries

Family Bio: I'm married to my beautiful wife, Domenica Maria Kim, and we adopted a wonderful lovely cat named Bella Demure Kim.

How Long Have You Been at Seacoast: I started in November 2023.

Fun Fact: One is a lie; Can you guess? - I’ve scaled and reached the top of the Half Dome in Yosemite; I’ve performed with my middle school orchestra at the prestigious Carnegie Hall; I hold a higher free throw percentage than Keith Van Horn at Chaparral Middle School; I’ve been to over 20 countries.

Favorite Bible Verse: Micah 6:8

Favorite Books, Authors, Music: My 10 Track Album

1. Oasis - Champagne Supernova
2. Coldplay - Warning Sign
3. Stevie Ray Vaughn - Little Wing
4. Tedeschi Trucks Band - Midnight in Harlem (live version)
5. Ryan Adams - Sweet Carolina
6. Jon Batiste - Worship
7. Theo Katzman - Good to Be Alone
8. Max Richter - On the Nature of Daylight
9. Phil Cook - Brothers
10. Foy Vance - Guiding Light 

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 Josh 2023

Josh Krzanak, Pastor of Student Ministries

Family Bio: I’ve been married to my beautiful wife Brandi for 18 years and have 3 amazing kids: Lily, Micah, and Noah.

How Long Have You Been at Seacoast: I’m coming up on 2 years as Student Ministry Pastor at Seacoast.

Fun Fact: I’ve been to 48 out of 50 states. My last 2 to visit…Hawaii and Maine! 

Favorite Bible Verse: Such a hard question. Can I pick Genesis 1:1 - Revelation 22:21 :-)

Favorite Books, Authors, Music: Fiction books: Enders Game, Lord of the Rings Trilogy & The Hobbit; Non Fiction: Knowledge of the Holy - A. W. Tozer, The Pursuit of God - A. W. Tozer, Accidental Pharisee - Larry Osborne

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Mikie Venable, Director of Junior High Ministries

Family Bio: I am not married and I have 0 children at the moment. 

How Long Have You Been at Seacoast: Began in 2024 as the Junior High Director all the way from Hopkinsville, KY, aka: the Batter Capital of the World. 

Fun Fact: I have pet four of the six remaining species of tigers in the world. I also do not like berries. 

Favorite Bible Verse: I love all of Scripture. But as of recent, Ephesians 3 has been heavy on my heart. 

Favorite Books, Authors, Music: I love Russian novels more than any other kind of literature. Dostoyevsky and Murakami are some of my favorite authors....and St. Paul. I am a heavy enjoyer of both classical and jazz genres. Bill Evans and Chopin are normally at the top of my list. And house music of course.  

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deven_new_tn Deven Herman, Director of Kids Ministries

Family Bio: I’ve been married 20 years, and have 2 boys.

How Long Have You Been at Seacoast: Began at Seacoast in 2005 after moving from NY.

Fun Fact: I love to mow lawns.

Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 3:13-14

Favorite Books, Authors, Music: Country music; Gladiator is my favorite movie.

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Amiel 2023

Amiel Rowley, Assistant Director of Kids Ministries

Family Bio: I’ve been married to Brian for 13 years, and have two kids: a 3rd grade daughter, Dawson and 6th grade son, Conor.

How Long Have You Been at Seacoast: Since 2017, first church to which I've ever belonged.

Fun Fact: My mom was one of the youngest movie producers/composers in her time back in the Philippines.

Favorite Bible Verse: Isaiah 41:10 So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

Favorite Books, Authors, Music: Book: Bible; Author: God; Music: Love all music, especially live.

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 John 2023

John (Gio) Salluce, Director of Congregational Care and Counseling

Family Bio: I've been married 36 years, and have 2 adult children (both married), and 1 (new!) granddaughter.

How Long Have You Been at Seacoast: I've ben at Seacoast since Aug 2021, after moving from Santa Cruz, CA.

Fun fact: I am a dual citizen in both USA and Italy.

Favorite Bible Verse: John 15:3

Favorite Books, Authors, Music: The Ragamuffin Gospel by Brennan Manning; Anything clandestine (Baldacci, Flynn, Coben, Horowitz); Classic rock, Y2K country.

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Hudson Vurbeff, Connections Coordination 

Name: Hudson Vurbeff

Family Bio: Single

How Long Have You Been at Seacoast: Since I was eight years old! Started working at Seacoast in September 2024.

Fun Fact: I attended a boarding school.

Favorite Bible Verse: Colossians 2:8

Favorite Books, Authors, Music: Trust & Inspire; Jazz Music

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 patricia2 Patricia Barbeau, Ministry Assistant

Family Bio: Jay and I have been married 34 years and have two beautiful daughters.

How Long Have You Been at Seacoast: We have attended Seacoast since 1999, and I've worked here for about 14 years.

Fun Fact: I used to have a pro-marksmen rating (a long time ago)!

Favorite Bible Verse: Isaiah 40:28 - 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.

Favorite Books, Authors, Music: It's hard to say, I love to read. Some all time favorites are "A Million Miles in a Thousand Years" by Donald Miller; "Lord of the Rings" by J.R.R. Tolkien; "Elephant Whisperer" by Lawrence Anthony.

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