My life has been quite a journey confirming that God’s ways are not our ways nor His thoughts our thoughts. After a 40 year career at MetLife, God revealed my next assignment, to become the Senior Pastor of Church of the Valley. I enjoyed a corporate career God orchestrated that included five relocations. As a… Read More »
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Jeff Carnie
Because I am a husband to Carole and father of two sons, we always have approached ministry as co-partners. With Carole’s support and prayers, I have had the privilege of fulfilling God’s purpose in my life. As I reflect on the direction my life has taken over the years, it is unquestionable that God was… Read More »
Read MorePauline Alker
My life’s journey can be characterized as one of major adjustments. I experienced 2 wars before the age of seven and moved between 3 countries before age eighteen! In my 46-year career as a high technology entrepreneur in Silicon Valley, I was founder and CEO of several companies. I have also gone through Initial Public… Read More »
Read MoreRobert Stonebridge
Growing up in the city of San Ramon and having lived in the Bay area for 40 years, I presently live in Danville. My wife of 18 years is Aimee and our daughter is Jules. God has taken me on an amazing journey of faith. I was prayed blessing over as an infant and was… Read More »
Read MoreBailey Jensky
Participating in the Church of the Valley Youth Program, I made a decision for Christ at 13 years old. I have loved God and this church ever since. After high school, my wild college journey included moving to New York and Sydney, Australia, as well. In New York City, I attended Pratt Institute for photography.… Read More »
Read MoreJeannine Sordini
I was raised in the upper midwest in a rural area. As the oldest of four I think God was preparing to lead and organize others from the start. I was given the nickname Coach in High School though I never played a sport. I enjoy seeing others grow and develop to meet their full… Read More »
Read MoreWIlliams Ejuwa
I was raised in a Christian family and have been a member of Church of the Valley for 2 years. With 20 years retail leadership experience, I am a married entrepreneur and investor.My lovely wife and I have a son and daughter. We have lived in the San Ramon Valley for 15 years. Believing in… Read More »
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Shawn Smith
Pastor John Sathri
At a very young age, John Sathri was called by God. He first served through an internet ministry and later as a pastor of International Church Church of the Valley (ICCOV). Since 2007, John and his wife, Suneetha have been dedicated to fulfilling God’s call. From the first meeting in a living room with 3… Read More »
Read MoreRicky Marsh – Elder
I’ve been attending COV since 2007 with my wife and two daughters. I was raised in a Christian family in Tennessee and came to Christ at 15. I’ve worked in the semi-conductor industry since 1991. I enjoy bass fishing and outdoor activities. My favorite scripture is Matthew 6:33-34 “But seek first his kingdom and his… Read More »
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