Our Leadership.
Commitment to teaching, guiding, and supporting the body of believers
Leadership
Our leadership is not just a guiding force; they are the heartbeat of our community. At the forefront is our esteemed pastoral team, dedicated and focused on providing overarching guidance under the banner of Christ. Working seamlessly with them is our various church ministry teams, diligently serving the diverse needs of our church family. Together, they all form our leadership community, steering us towards fulfilling our role in the great commission of Jesus Christ.
Our Leadership Principles:
Love in Action: Our leaders embody the principle of attracting with love. They prioritize fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere, ensuring everyone feels embraced by the love of Christ.
Truth-Centered Guidance: Arm with the Truth is not just a principle; it’s a leadership style. Our team provides guidance rooted in the unchanging truth of God’s Word, ensuring our community grows in faith and knowledge.
Faith-Filled Affirmation: Affirm with Faith is the cornerstone of our leadership approach. We believe in affirming the faith of each member, encouraging spiritual growth, and building a community grounded in unwavering trust in God.
Hopeful Inspiration: Animate with Hope guides our leaders as they inspire and uplift the community. We aim to be a source of hope in every circumstance, pointing towards the transformative power of faith.
More Than a Church – A Community of Grace
Beyond our roles as leaders, we are members of a lively and engaging community that warmly welcomes everyone, regardless of background. Join us as we journey together, living out the mission of Ontario Ranch Christian Ministry.
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Dr. Kelvin A. Aikens
PastorPastor Kelvin Aikens, a native of Los Angeles, California, answered his calling to the preaching ministry in August of 1998. He delivered his inaugural sermon on September 13, 1998. His journey, led him and his wife to unite with the Mt. Zion Church of Ontario in October of 2010. After serving under Mt. Zion Church of Ontario, Pastor Aikens was selected as the Pastor for Ontario Ranch Christian Ministry. Since the church's inception in June 2018, Pastor Aikens has been instrumental in leading our community with wisdom, passion, and a deep commitment to God's Word. His leadership is not just about guiding a congregation; it's about fostering a family where everyone feels embraced by the love of Christ.
Favorite Scripture
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”"
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Dr. Johnny R. Robles
Assistant PastorAssistant Pastor Robles received Jesus Christ as his personal savior in June of 1986. He was licensed as a minister in October 2006 and ordained as an elder in June 2009 in Barstow, CA. In 2014, Mr. Robles served as an Associate Minister at Mt. Zion Church of Ontario, CA, and is currently the Assistant Pastor at Ontario Ranch Christian Ministry. His passion and goal are to assist those in leadership roles and strengthen the life of the authentic Christian. He and his wife reside in the Inland Empire, CA.
Favorite Scripture
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.
In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
Proverbs 3:5-6 (ESV) -
Shanda Morgan
Children’s Ministry CoordinatorShanda Morgan began an eternal relationship with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ when she was five years old. Shanda loves the Lord with all her heart. She spent her professional years as an advocate for the educational rights of children in her roles as a Teacher and Principal. Semi-retired, she continues to enjoy teaching young children in schools and at church. She has been a member of Mt. Zion for over twenty years and serves Christ as a Deaconess and Vacation Bible School Director. In addition, she serves the Lord at ORCM as the Chirldren’s Coordinator.
Shanda is married to the love of her life-David H. Morgan Sr. The Morgans' have two
adult sons, and four amazing grandchildren and a host of “adopted children.Favorite Scripture
Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart.
Proverbs 22:6 -
Deacon David Morgan
Deacon Board ChairmanDeacon David Morgan Sr. accepted Christ as a young man. He enjoys telling others about his relationship with Christ. He became a Deacon at Mt. Zion Church in 2004. He is a Sunday School teacher and Chairman of the Sick and Shut-in Ministry. David has been married to the love of his life- Shanda for 40 + years. They have two sons and four grandchildren. He spends his leisure time traveling, scuba diving and watching his grandsons play baseball.
Favorite Scripture
For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this
is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast
Ephesians 2:8-9 (ESV) -
Skyler Hodges
Media TechnicianSkyler Hodges is an Azusa Pacific University alumni and educator. Most importantly, she has devoted her life to the service of God and His people. She loves history, music, and food. She has been attending ORCM for almost 2 years.
Favorite Scripture
"Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me. Cast me not away from your presence, and take not your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and uphold me with a willing spirit."
Psalm 51:10-12 -
Debra Aikens
First Lady & Angel Tree CoordinatorShe was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, she is the 2nd of 5 children born to her parents. She has been married to her husband for 43 years. She currently works as a seasoned professional with over 30 years’ experience in aiding the underserved community by encouraging, educating, and equipping them to re-build their lives one person at a time. She has been able to assist underserved individuals to obtain housing and secure a job to help them transition back into society. Earlier in this profession she served as the administrator and a member of the board of directors for Re-directed Lives for Christ, a nonprofit organization, which assisted ex-felons with housing and job careers while they were transitioning back into their various communities.
She loved serving people because it’s ministry for me. As a real estate broker for over 35 years, she has been able to minister and educated her clients on every option available to them because most times It’s a life changing decision they are remaking, and by using this approach many of her clients have come by word of mouth rather than advertising her profession. One of her driving passions has been to help and assist those in need of housing or basic life skills to obtain a normal standard of living.
She is a member of Mt. Zion Church of Ontario where my husband serves as the senior pastor of our south campus Ontario Ranch Christian Ministries. She serves as one of the Sunday school teachers, facilitating various bible study curriculums for those who are seeking their passion and purpose in life.
She teaches because she loves to see people grow and she strives to engage them to turn their values into kingdom values, which enables them to go to the next level in Christ. She enjoys seeing them acknowledge their Spiritual Gifts and begin using them for the glory of God. She has also come to understand teaching is one of the Spiritual Gifts given to her.Favorite Scripture
Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
Romans 12:1-2 -
Deacon Mac Craig Warren
Mobilization Team CoordinatorOriginally born in Tyler, Texas, Deacon Mac Craig Warren migrated to California with his mother and 3 sisters at the age of 6. An alumni of Crenshaw Highschool, Santa Barbara City College and CSULB. He is currently employed with Frontier Communications as a Central Office Technician. Deacon Craig is a father of 3 sons and Papaw to 5 grandchildren.
He is a childhood friend of Pastor Aikens and The Aikens family. Deacon Craig was reunited with the Aikens family back in 2021. God has led him to serve as a part of the ORCM family ever since.Favorite Scripture
I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
Romans 12:1-2 -
Deacon Charles Duncan IV
Vice President of Classic Restoration MinistryDeacon Duncan became a member of Mt. Zion Church of Ontario in 2009. He assisted Pastor Aikens during the inception of Ontario Ranch Christian Ministry in June 2018. He answered the call into service as an ordained Deacon on February 24th, 2019. Deacon Duncan has a long history of service being a retired U.S. Army Senior Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) as well as a public service employee for a combined total service of over 30 years. He is married to his wife, Valerie, and has two adult children. Deacon Duncan is very committed to being of service to God, the church, and his family.
Deacon Duncan is also the current Vice President of Mt. Zion’s Classic Restoration Ministry (CRM). CRM Members, alongside the President, Executive Pastor Richard Young, aim to foster a community where we can live out our Christian values, and be a light to the world. Where classic car, truck, & motorcycle buffs - whether new or seasoned enthusiasts - can join to gather information and share their ideas, experiences, and stories. Every classic car, truck, and motorcycle is both a functional machine and an emotional treasure. We want to increase the level of both for our community members.
Deacon Duncan also serves as our drummer for our church and is joyfully referred to as, “The Drumming Deacon.”Favorite Scripture
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
Proverbs 3:5-6 (NLT) -
Desiree Webb
Worship LeaderDesiree Webb has been ministering in song, both here and aboard since a young child for a total of 45 years. She has been serving at ORCM for 4 years. She is also serving in the medical field as a Registered Nurse and has been doing so for 28 years. She is currently pursuing her Masters' Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She has been married to her loving husband, Paul, for 37 years. She enjoys writing, all things nature, learning, and doing God's work.
Favorite Scripture
Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men. Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
Matthew 5:13-16
