Staff
Jim and Christie came to Peninsula in 1994, after spending nine years baking in the desert! Jim is a native Californian, who has a B.A. in History from Biola University, and a Th.M. from Dallas Seminary. Jim and Christie were married while they were both teaching school at Brethren High School. Their desire is to serve the Lord together and let the world know that living God’s way is always best. Jim loves to travel to Israel (don’t get him started on that subject) and to teach the Scriptures. They have three great kids and five grandchildren.
Bruce Junkermann, Pastor of Discipleship | bruce@pccpv.org
Bruce has been at PCC since June of 1998. Bruce met his wife Laura while he was attending Dallas Theological Seminary where he received a MABS. They married in 1990 and then moved to Vancouver, Washington where Bruce continued his studies at Western Conservative Baptist Seminary and earned his Master of Divinity. Bruce and Laura have two beautiful daughters, Haley and Mercy.
Andrew Staffieri, Student Ministries Pastor | andrew@pccpv.org
Andrew joined our staff the summer of 2017. Andrew received a BA in both Bible and Youth Ministry from Moody Bible Institute. He is currently finishing up a Masters of Arts in New Testament at Northern Seminary. In 2020, Andrew got married to his beautiful bride and best friend, Katie. As Director of Student Ministries, Andrew‘s desire is for the students to know God and to make Him known.
Paul Duncan, Worship Director
Paul Duncan has served as the worship leader at Peninsula Community Church since 2011. A multi-instrumentalist, and award-winning songwriter who has been working in music ministry for over 20 years, Duncan studied at Wheaton College before making Southern California his home. He oversees our Sunday worship and arts ministries, coordinates the church’s audio/visual teams, and continues making music outside the church while serving at PCC. Along with having played at churches, clubs, universities, and countless different venues around the world, Paul has also written songs for artists such as Lauren Daigle, Jordan Feliz, Meredith Andrews and many others. He lives with his wife and daughters in Redondo Beach.
Linda Greenlund, Office Manager | linda@pccpv.org
Linda has been Office Manager at PCC since the spring of 2008. She home schooled her 2 kids and was an AWANA leader for many years. Linda enjoys cooking, sewing and curling up with a good book. She likes nothing better than to and spend time with her favorite person, her husband Lloyd.
Nicole Woo, Preschool Director | nicole@pccpv.org
Nicole brings a wealth of experience and passion to our team. She holds a B.A. in Applied Developmental Psychology from UCLA and a M.A. in Comprehensive Program in Exceptional Student Education from the University of West Florida. Most recently, she served as the Children’s Director at Saddleback Church, South Bay, where she guided and supported children, families, and volunteers with dedication and care. Nicole’s strong foundation in child development and special education makes her well equipped to lead our preschool with both knowledge and care. She has been a familiar and trusted part of our preschool community for many years, stepping in as a substitute teacher when needed, and forming strong connections with our entire preschool staff. Her connection to the preschool runs deep-both of her daughters are proud alumni as well, making this community especially important to her.
Joanna Medawar Nachef is recognized as the first woman conductor from the Middle East. Born in Beirut, Lebanon, she moved to Los Angeles in 1976. Dr. Nachef is the retired Director of Choral Activities at El Camino College, having earned her Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Southern California. She is founder and Artistic Director of JOANNA MEDAWAR NACHEF SINGERS. Since 1980, she has served as the Choir Director at Peninsula Community Church.
Dr. Nachef has toured nationally and internationally with her performing groups and regularly appears as guest conductor at Carnegie Hall and in Lebanon. She is speaker and “Citizen Diplomat” for the US State Department, a charter board member and past president for the LA/Beirut Sister City Organization and alumnae of the U.S. Institute of Peace, Washington D.C.
Joanna is married to Hani Nachef, and they are blessed with two children, Hannan and Timothy, and their spouses.
Angel Rueda, Custodian
Angel has been our custodian since 1999. He is a dedicated worker and a great friend. You never see Angel with out a smile! Angel has 5 boys, Angel jr., Danny, Hugo, Alex, and Jacob. Angel loves to read and watch the Lakers and football/soccer. Go Mexico!
Danny Welch, Director of Graphic Design and Digital Content | danny@pccpv.org
Danny Welch has been at Peninsula since 1994 when his family moved to PCC. Danny is a Peninsula Preschool Alumnus, class of 1998. He participated in AWANA, the junior high ministry, and the high school ministry. Danny has a BA in Graphic Design from Cal Baptist University. He is married to the love of his life, Karen, and they have an active and adorable toddler.