about us
Welcome to
Clairemont Covenant Church!
We are a diverse community committed to becoming a more Christlike, intergenerational, multiethnic church in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego.
Let's dive deeper
Our Beliefs
Clairemont Covenant Church is part of a network of churches called The Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC).
Our Vision
Our vision is that you would EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY, PURSUE PURPOSE and IMPACT LIVES.
Our Mission
We exist to FOLLOW JESUS TOGETHER.
The Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC) is about living into the Kingdom of God through the prayerful, intergenerational, multiethnic, growing movement of churches, served by women and men striving to follow in the way of Jesus by loving others as Jesus loves us.
The Six Covenant Affirmations are the values that shape and guide our church:
We affirm the centrality of the word of God. (2 Timothy 3:16-17)
We affirm the necessity of the new birth. (2 Corinthians 5:17)
We affirm a commitment to the whole mission of the church. (Luke 10:27, Matthew 28:18-20, Micah 6:8)
We affirm the church as a fellowship of believers. (Acts 2:42-47)
We affirm a conscious dependence on the Holy Spirit. (John 14:16-17)
We affirm the reality of freedom in Christ. (Galatians 5:1)
meet our teams
staff
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Mark Neely
Lead Pastor
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Erin Dougherty
Associate Pastor
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Luci Salinas
Worship Director / Ministry Support
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Stacey Kay
Kids Ministry Director
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Ella Cave
Middle School Ministry Director
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Iliana Pineda
Tidepool / Early Childhood Coordinator
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Jeremy Saye
Worship Producer / IT Coordinator
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Greg Kay
Bookkeeper
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Jaime Parker
Noah’s Ark Preschool Director
Leadership Team
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Katie Pedersen
Chair
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Jeff Stoker
Vice Chair
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Kristen Carlson
Secretary
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Lori Toothacre
Treasurer
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Lonnee Martin
Facilities
Get to know the church
Whether you are new to Clairemont Covenant Church (CCC) or have been with us for a while, our CCC 101 class is a perfect next step. Offered quarterly, these 60-minute sessions are a great way to get to know the heart of CCC and learn how we follow Jesus together.
CCC 201 is the next step in exploring your own gifts and how you are called to serve in the way God has called you.
Visit the events page for information regarding the next CCC 101 and 201.
become a member
In a day and age where everyone is longing to belong to something but apprehensive about committing to anything, we believe membership is still a vital heartbeat of our community. Membership is valuable for two reasons:
For Others! When you commit to something, you inevitably value it more! We believe membership is a way to show each other in this community that we are truly better together. We are a congregationally led church and becoming a member is the avenue for you to speak into the life and direction of your community!
For You! When you commit to something, it doesn’t mean it will be perfect, or even without pain, but it does mean it will give you the sense of identity, belonging, and missional purpose of being part of God’s design for the hope of the world... the local church! Reach out to one of our pastors to begin a conversation
planning a visit?
Visiting a new church can feel a bit daunting — especially if you have not been to church in a while, or are not quite sure what you are looking for in this season of life! If you are thinking about visiting, we hope this will give you a simple snapshot of what to expect at Clairemont Covenant Church.
Sunday Services
Our services last about 70 minutes and include music, prayer, Scripture reading, and teaching.
We have a welcome and our Worship Team leads songs that often include a blend of contemporary music and traditional songs.
We then pray over our elementary kids before they are invited out for teaching (Kids Life).
Next a pastor will give a 25 minute message that is rooted in the Bible, thoughtful, practical, and relevant to this cultural moment.
We conclude the service with a simple time of response that often includes prayer and a song.
Once a month, we also share Communion when we receive the bread and juice together. Communion is a simple practice of remembering what Jesus has done for all of humanity–through his life, death, and resurrection we each have the opportunity to proclaim that Jesus is the Lord of our lives.
All are welcome to join for donuts, coffee, and connection in the courtyard!
What to expect for your kids
The Tidepool (infant-TK) is available at the beginning of the service.
Elementary kids join for the first part of the service then are invited out to their own time of teaching for the remainder of the service. Parents are required to check kids in and out of Kids Life.
Middle school & high school students are invited to stay in for the duration of the service and serve on Sunday mornings as an integral part of our community!
How Should I Dress?
Come as you are! Our Sunday services are relaxed and casual—you’ll see women in everything from a simple summer dress to jeans and a top, and men in jeans or shorts with a polo or t shirt. Wear whatever makes you feel comfortable.
come Visit us
5255 Mt. Ararat Dr, San Diego, CA 92111
Parking
Look for signs for Guest Parking. Handicap parking is available to the west end of the parking lot. Turn right from either driveway.