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James & Rachelle Walton
Locals of North County San Diego, James and Rachelle served and studied with YWAM in Pichilemu, Chile before pioneering YWAM Endless Summer. James served as a youth pastor at North Coast Calvary Chapel for eight years, and Rachelle as a pastoral counselor. They're passionate about teaching, discipleship, and service through sport, art, and counseling.
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Kelsie grew up in California, and an encounter with God at 18 changed everything. She has served as a missionary and worshiper in nations including Panama, Argentina, and Mexico, and now directs the School of Worship at YWAM Kona — training worship leaders to know Jesus deeply and lead others into His presence. Her support is sent through YWAM Endless Summer.
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Anastasia grew up in Iowa and dedicated her life to God after a transformative encounter at a summer church camp. She completed her DTS in California, served in Pichilemu, Chile, and is now back in San Diego staffing the school where her own journey began.
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Taylor is a missionary, pastor, and world traveler passionate about equipping Christians with practical ways to ignite their faith. He leads Fireplace, a house of prayer and worship in San Marcos that YWAM Endless Summer partners with.
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