I can’t begin to say how honored, humbled and straight up blown away at what God is beginning to do at One Community Church in many ways, and most especially in the team that He is bringing to us. I am jacked to announce our latest addition to our team: John Homan and family from Phoenix [formerly the Washington, DC area] as our Pastor of Spiritual Development.
The biggest hole we had at my first plant was always in this area and not having someone who could focus their efforts and energy into making disciples. We now have that person! How do you get staff to come and join your team with little funding? Read about it HERE.
Is this real? Who are you and your family?:
I am John Homan, first and foremost, a family man and husband who has been
married for over 29 years to his sweetheart, Leanne. We are a family of 4 kids
and 2 grandkids. The oldest one is Natallia who is married to Anthony, and they
are actively involved in Ministry and priming to become missionaries in Italy.
They have the cutest kids, our grandkids of course, who are Aleyna (age 5) and
Gavin (age 2). Our other children, Nick (age 24) is our rockstar and plays in a
Praise Band, Joseph (age 18) is our budding entrepreneur, and Arielle (age 15) is
our youngest but boldest child.
I have combined business and ministry for the past 30 years. I love to build and
develop businesses and help ministries to grow. For the past 10 years, I have
been involved as a Real Estate Broker. At the same time we served fulltime in
ministry, at our last church located in Washington DC area, as we helped and
guided the church in almost every aspect of growing, from Spiritual development
of families to administrative and financial planning. Leanne has a passion
for kids and families, and she was instrumental in developing the successful
children’s and family program at our last church.
Why would you move to Utah?
Quite simply there are so few evangelical churches in the area, and there is a
great challenge to spread the good news to the residents of Utah. Although this
is a religious stronghold, there is a great need for the people (unchurched, church
seekers, and the established religion). It has been my goal to become a part of a
missionary work, and I have found “the undiscovered country,” the missionary
field right here in the good ol’ USA.
What moves your heart most here?
For the 2 groups here: The unchurched have little opportunity to find a voice
other than the dominating religion and our modern society with its answers.
There must be a better message through Jesus Christ, and how He can truly help
them.
For the established religious individuals, they really try to live a good moral life
hoping to attain the perfection, and thereby achieving their salvation. By and
large, the people here are mostly good-natured, moral loving, family oriented.
However, there is a growing dissatisfaction with their lifestyle, especially among
the younger generation. I am moved by the fact that they are so zealous, fervent
about another gospel. What if we can influence, just by being a part of the
community.
What is Utah like?
It is a big Country with a small town feel. The people are friendly and very family
oriented, which is so cool.
The Nature and landscape is totally bigger than life. I totally get it now, when
the early discoverer seen this country, they were marveled with such vivid colors,
natural formations that boggle, mountains that frame the open skies with snow
topped majesty, and incredible valleys and vistas. This place is an outdoor
paradise, great for the outdoor person.
What is your vision for Spiritual Development?
It is to see the people of One Community Church and the communities they serve
become the modern-day version of the early church. Becoming an integral part
of the community, by serving the spiritual needs in deed and word, and actively
reach and touch people in their day-to-day lives. Growing people to understand
who, what, and why of Jesus Christ, sharing their own personal stories and the
Gospel, and equipping to serve and give to the communities near and far.
How will you be raising support?
We will be asking all of our ministry friends, churches, and contacts to support
the vision for Utah through the fundraising efforts. We will also be asking our
Prayer Partners to pray for us and the work in Utah. In addition, I will also look
for additional income thru work or business, while serving in ministry.
What are some fears you have?
Not living to our full potential, and being just average, everyday people.
Not having a successful life the way God would see it.
People not laughing at my corny jokes. Ha ha!
What are you most excited about?
I am excited about all the fun we’ll have meeting new people, building a startup
or church plant, developing and growing people spiritually, and the opportunity
to make a difference in even one person’s life.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I am a movie buff, I love watching epics like Lord of the Rings, Indiana Jones,
Star Wars. In fact our whole family love movie night at home. We love to cook
(comes from our restaurant background) and love to entertain. And I love to
workout at the gym. Scuba dive when I can.
Favorite bands?
U2, DC-Talk, Switchfoot, Passion Band, Newsboys, Audio Adrenaline. And
Classical Baroque.
What 3 words describe Chazzdaddy? [this is my twitter name BTW]
Rad-revolutionary, Passionate, and Genuine (the real deal!)
How can we best pray for you?
Pray for a smooth move and transition to Utah. Prayer for our families and
friends to understand our excitement as we make this journey. Covering and
Protection over our family. Prayer for our health, mind, and spirit. Help us to be
open to the New Thing God is doing, and to allow us the wisdom to put His
vision in place.
