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He has served churches in Texas, Missouri, Indiana, and Kansas before arriving in California in 2019. He and his wife, Rebecca, have been married since 1987. They have one son, Evan. Pastor Phil is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame (BA), Nazarene Theological Seminary (MDIV with honors), and his done graduate work at the University of Texas-Austin, and the University of Manchester, England. His favorite activities include hiking, cheering on his favorite sports teams, and spending time with his wife on the beach. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/1614640431921-03ENUZR7WO53UINI9S3Q/TeacherGrady-Gillespie-Capture0113-26273-01486.jpg Meet the Staff - Grady Gillespie Family Life Pastor Privileged to serve as the family life pastor. My first experience at Highland was as a student in the youth group in 2003. I have witnessed the love and compassion of this church as they watched me grow up. I have been on staff here since 2008 and love participating in the same ministry that introduced me to God as a high school student. My wife and I have two boys who always make life a fun adventure. In our free time, we enjoy camping, boating, and exploring God’s creation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/e8096bbb-5af2-42d4-9bad-3cff07c3ed15/Teacher-Pastor+Phil+Hamner.jpg Meet the Staff - Pastor Phil Hamner Lead Pastor Pastor Phil has been a pastor in the Church of the Nazarene since 1988. He has served churches in Texas, Missouri, Indiana, and Kansas before arriving in California in 2019. He and his wife, Rebecca, have been married since 1987. They have one son, Evan. Pastor Phil is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame (BA), Nazarene Theological Seminary (MDIV with honors), and his done graduate work at the University of Texas-Austin, and the University of Manchester, England. His favorite activities include hiking, cheering on his favorite sports teams, and spending time with his wife on the beach. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/2dbc6b2b-0695-43f1-8a9f-d2f308beb0d1/Teacher-Pastor+Grady+Gillespie.jpg Meet the Staff - Grady Gillespie Family Life Pastor Privileged to serve as the family life pastor. My first experience at Highland was as a student in the youth group in 2003. I have witnessed the love and compassion of this church as they watched me grow up. I have been on staff here since 2008 and love participating in the same ministry that introduced me to God as a high school student. My wife and I have two boys who always make life a fun adventure. In our free time, we enjoy camping, boating, and exploring God’s creation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/4b2f90aa-f7dd-4f37-8e06-bd045c5a5dca/Teacher-Keaton+Stout.jpg Meet the Staff - Grady Gillespie Family Life Pastor Privileged to serve as the family life pastor. My first experience at Highland was as a student in the youth group in 2003. I have witnessed the love and compassion of this church as they watched me grow up. I have been on staff here since 2008 and love participating in the same ministry that introduced me to God as a high school student. My wife and I have two boys who always make life a fun adventure. In our free time, we enjoy camping, boating, and exploring God’s creation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/7fb9a03f-836e-46dc-8122-bd067719ee4c/Teacher-Candice+Ellison.jpg Meet the Staff - Mallory Douglas Office Administrator and Financial Secretary While I am new to working at Highland, I have been attending our church since I was 7 years old. When I am not at Highland, I am coaching alongside my Husband as the Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach at Life Pacific University. We have two amazing children who both attended Highland Avenue Christian School. 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My name is Cynthia Allen better known as, Miss CynDee. I have been directing for over 30 years. I've lived here in Rancho since 2004 and I have been blessed to have been part of the Highland Family since January 2014. I studied Child development at Fullerton College and sat on the Fullerton College Child Development Advisory Board. Iv'e been a long time member of Church Related Early Childhood Education Fellowship (CRECEF) and NAEYC. I also have a degree in biblical studies. There is nothing more fascinating to me than the amazing growth and devlopment of a young child. I have an open door policy and I'm looking forward to getting to know you and your children! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/1f68ed42-bae2-4f36-b59d-5bdd55dee90d/TeacherKelsey-Ziello-DSC_7025-00403.JPG Staff - Ms. Kelsey Ziello Ms. Kelsey Ziello ASSISTANT DIRECTOR I have been here at Highland for over 8 years where I originally started out in a 2/3 year old classroom! I graduated from CSUSB with a degree in Human Development with a concentration in Early Childhood. I am married to my high school sweetheart and we have 2 children who are/have also attend Highland. I love our school and all it has to offer especially our love for JESUS! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/705924ac-d56c-4962-8a6e-640074ab7f33/TeacherLoretta-Camarena-DSC_7341-00911.JPG Staff - Ms. Loretta Camerena Ms. Loretta Camerena OFFICE MANAGER I work in the front office here at HACS! I have been working in Early Childhood since 1981! I raised 2 beautiful daughters! Ive been married 40 years and have 5 of the most exceptional grandchildren on planet Earth. I LOVE JESUS and love serving HACS, children and families. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/39d33dfc-aa57-482c-bdc6-deb624efe3dc/TeacherBethany-Nagg-DSC_7707-00787.JPG Staff - Ms. Bethany Nagy Ms. Amy Muller EARLY PRE-SCHOOL TEACHER Hi my name is Amy Muller and I am a mother of 3 wonderful children. My two boys, Austin and Aaron play travel baseball and my daughter Allie enjoys gymnastics and dancing. They keep me busy and full of life. I have worked at HACS for 10 years and I attend WOL Church where I have enjoyed going on mission trips to love on Gods people. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/c79abdcb-eb5c-4d15-896e-e481b912fbd3/TeacherDestiny-McNeely-DSC_7720-00795.JPG Staff - Ms. Destiny McNeely Pre School Teacher I have been teaching at HACS for over 10 years. I love anything American and old hollywood! I have three wonderful children who are my life!" https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/a1fe48c9-4eb3-4035-8817-b86333228bf2/TeacherBrenda-Bunch-DSC_7701-00783.JPG Staff - Ms. Brenda Bunch Pre-School Teacher I LOVE the LORD my God with all my heart, soul, mind and strength! I have been a pre school teacher for over 20 years and have been at Highland since 2001. My passion and heart's desire is to teach the word of God and the love God has for children in new exciting fun ways during Chapel and in class time! My beloved husband and I have been married for over 25 years. We have 3 sons! I believe in the POWER OF PRAYER! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/398bde32-1080-4f16-adc9-45db7c5aa716/TeacherAli-Brawner-DSC_7556-00698.JPG Staff - Ms. Ali Brawner Pre-K Teacher Hi there! My name is Ali and I am lucky enough to teach TK! I graduated in 2015 from the University of Redlands with a degree in sociology/ Psychology and received my ECE units from Saddleback College. I have been teaching preschool for over 6 years. My favorite part of teaching is watching there kiddos grow emotionally, socially, academically; but most of all grow in Jesus! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/2a5136f4-a97c-4884-8466-d1fe77887850/TeacherKenize-Ellison-DSC_6309-00031.JPG Staff - Ms. Kenzie Ellison Pre-K Teacher Hi my name is Miss Kenzie and I teach Pre-K at HACS. The Blue Jays are my peeps. My goal is to create the “BEST DAY EVER”, each day for the students in my class. My major is in Special Education with a minor in Child Development. I also coach cheer for La Serna High School. Watching my students develop their language, social, emotional, and academic skills is my passion! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/71f19bdc-0977-451f-a9a7-3185f300598c/TeacherJonnie-Simpson-DSC_8273-01128.JPG Staff - Ms. Jonnie Simpson William Yang Donec eu est non lacus lacinia semper. Class aptent taciti sociosqu ad litora torquent per conubia nostra, per inceptos himenaeos. Vestibulum ante ipsum primis in faucibus orci luctus et ultrices posuere cubilia Curae. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Phasellus sodales massa malesuada tellus fringilla, nec bibendum tellus blandit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/51b3d450-e4a7-42a0-ba40-addb542ae530/TeacherSandra-Thrasher-DSC_7705-00786.JPG Staff - Ms. Sandy Thrasher Kindergarten Teacher Highland has been my home for the past 16 years. My life has been blessed with a wonderful man for over 35 years. Together we have 2 fantastic sons and about to gain a lovely daughter-in-law next year. I love giving my TK the stepping stones they need to succeed in kindergarten and for years to come! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/18f0d9cf-c194-4686-b2e1-3da31414958d/Amy+P-Spring.JPG Staff - Ms. Amy Piattoni Co-Teacher/ Sub https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/3cacd2c5-a16e-495f-aa0b-3dc315371012/TeacherIrene-Gutierrez-DSC_7019-00401.JPG Staff - Ms. Irene Gutierrez Co-Teacher My joy has been working at Highland for over 20 years. Being able to touch the lives of these little ones has been both a pleasure and blessing. I have been married to my husband for 22 years and we have a beautiful daughter. I enjoy outside activities and time with my family. Also, my church is a big part of my life. I love sharing on the worship team! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/80b0342e-381c-47e2-b7d3-f2cd57a80cc0/TeacherMaria-Velasco-DSC_7696-00781.JPG Staff - Ms. Maria Velasco Sous-Chef I have been working in a kitchen/restaurant setting for many years. I am a grandmother to a beautiful baby boy. I love all the children and I love that they love my food! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/1c63e1c4-9808-433b-9d21-0620cc3f2c5f/TeacherCandice-Ellison-DSC_8228-01102.JPG Staff - Ms. Candice Ellison Church Office Manager & Preschool Substitute Greetings HACS Families, I work in the church office and you may also find me subbing in your student’s class from time to time. I have taught, directed and facilitate staff development in Early Childhood Development for the past 24 years. Currently I am taking on the role of Office Manager & Bookkeeper for the church. It is my passion to share the love of Jesus with each student at HACS. I am blessed to work along side the church staff and school staff. My high school sweetheart and I have been married for 24 years, we have 3 awesome children, 2 dogs, a tortoise and potbelly pig. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/e05a4299-4ddd-423a-81a9-57fb71c3bf06/TeacherKnisely-Rochenda-DSC_6853-00308.JPG Staff - Ms. Rochenda Knisely Co-Teacher/ Sub This is my first year at Highland Ave and I am enjoying working with the staff and helping your children to learn. I am happily married to my High School sweetheart of over 40 years. We have 2 children, our daughter Kelsey, who is the Assistant Director here at Highland, and our son Trevor. Outside of the school, I get to be a doting Nana to my three grandchildren, all who also attended Highland. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/05ee14a7-cdcd-42df-967d-2dc55a53af2c/TeacherGloria-Almeraz-DSC_6850-00307.JPG Staff - Ms. Gloria Almeraz Co-Teacher I love to spend quality time with my family. I have three beautiful grandchildren and love taking my dog "Papa" for walks. I have been working with children for over 35 years and have been with highland for 28 of those years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/66d6cb54-d0e0-4230-b4f0-fcaa0f10cffa/TeacherBobbi-Collins-DSC_7703-00784.JPG Staff - Ms. Bobbi Collins Kindergarten Teacher Hi! My name is Bobbi Collins and I have a passion for working with children. I received my bachelors degree in family and Human Development and am currently getting my masers in early education. I am married to my amazing husband and we have two baby girls, Braylin Sue and Madilyn Grace. The children have a special place in my heart and always put a smile on my face. I love watching them explore and grow their little minds but, also build their relationships with Jesus. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/d140086a-2b04-4fc5-bff1-3d04c9cda672/Teacher-CynDee+Allen.jpg Staff - Ms. CynDee Allen Ms. CynDee Allen DIRECTOR Hello! My name is Cynthia Allen better known as, Miss CynDee. I have been directing for over 30 years. I've lived here in Rancho since 2004 and I have been blessed to have been part of the Highland Family since January 2014. I studied Child development at Fullerton College and sat on the Fullerton College Child Development Advisory Board. Iv'e been a long time member of Church Related Early Childhood Education Fellowship (CRECEF) and NAEYC. I also have a degree in biblical studies. There is nothing more fascinating to me than the amazing growth and devlopment of a young child. I have an open door policy and I'm looking forward to getting to know you and your children! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/d3c0eb77-b06d-43a1-ac7f-f2f6645681ad/Teacher-Kelsey+Ziello.jpg Staff - Ms. Kelsey Ziello Ms. Kelsey Ziello ASSISTANT DIRECTOR I have been here at Highland for over 8 years where I originally started out in a 2/3 year old classroom! I graduated from CSUSB with a degree in Human Development with a concentration in Early Childhood. I am married to my high school sweetheart and we have 2 children who are/have also attend Highland. I love our school and all it has to offer especially our love for JESUS! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/b7c4a73a-0dff-4200-99c0-cd196a7869de/Teacher-Loretta+Camarena+.jpg Staff - Ms. Loretta Camerena Ms. Loretta Camerena OFFICE MANAGER I work in the front office here at HACS! I have been working in Early Childhood since 1981! I raised 2 beautiful daughters! Ive been married 40 years and have 5 of the most exceptional grandchildren on planet Earth. I LOVE JESUS and love serving HACS, children and families. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/e6d7d193-bdcc-40fb-878b-3c6066ee8532/Teacher-Bethany+Nagy.jpg Staff - Ms. Bethany Nagy Ms. Amy Muller EARLY PRE-SCHOOL TEACHER Hi my name is Amy Muller and I am a mother of 3 wonderful children. My two boys, Austin and Aaron play travel baseball and my daughter Allie enjoys gymnastics and dancing. They keep me busy and full of life. I have worked at HACS for 10 years and I attend WOL Church where I have enjoyed going on mission trips to love on Gods people. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/fb1707ac-3d6f-429e-a505-853af9f1437f/Teacher-Destiny+McNeely.jpg Staff - Ms. Destiny McNeely Pre School Teacher I have been teaching at HACS for over 10 years. I love anything American and old hollywood! I have three wonderful children who are my life!" https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/e1c0f69b-f476-4df9-bc28-2c3be152d217/Teacher-Brenda+Bunch.jpg Staff - Ms. Brenda Bunch Pre-School Teacher I LOVE the LORD my God with all my heart, soul, mind and strength! I have been a pre school teacher for over 20 years and have been at Highland since 2001. My passion and heart's desire is to teach the word of God and the love God has for children in new exciting fun ways during Chapel and in class time! My beloved husband and I have been married for over 25 years. We have 3 sons! I believe in the POWER OF PRAYER! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/138b3c78-4aef-4717-b2c2-92c395315c86/Teacher-Ali+Brawner.jpg Staff - Ms. Ali Brawner Pre-K Teacher Hi there! My name is Ali and I am lucky enough to teach TK! I graduated in 2015 from the University of Redlands with a degree in sociology/ Psychology and received my ECE units from Saddleback College. I have been teaching preschool for over 6 years. My favorite part of teaching is watching there kiddos grow emotionally, socially, academically; but most of all grow in Jesus! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/ebd822af-6b38-4e33-8c44-eb8fc270b8f8/Teacher-Kenzie+Ellison.jpg Staff - Ms. Kenzie Ellison Pre-K Teacher Hi my name is Miss Kenzie and I teach Pre-K at HACS. The Blue Jays are my peeps. My goal is to create the “BEST DAY EVER”, each day for the students in my class. My major is in Special Education with a minor in Child Development. I also coach cheer for La Serna High School. Watching my students develop their language, social, emotional, and academic skills is my passion! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/70fa5212-3eaf-4e86-adbf-3c740dd4e9be/Teacher-Jonnie+Koing.jpg Staff - Ms. Jonnie Simpson William Yang Donec eu est non lacus lacinia semper. Class aptent taciti sociosqu ad litora torquent per conubia nostra, per inceptos himenaeos. Vestibulum ante ipsum primis in faucibus orci luctus et ultrices posuere cubilia Curae. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Phasellus sodales massa malesuada tellus fringilla, nec bibendum tellus blandit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/3b18a604-9cac-4937-b3f7-7e4d724a1553/Teacher-Sandra+Thrasher.jpg Staff - Ms. Sandy Thrasher Co-Teacher Highland has been my home for the past 16 years. My life has been blessed with a wonderful man for over 35 years. Together we have 2 fantastic sons and about to gain a lovely daughter-in-law next year. I love giving my TK the stepping stones they need to succeed in kindergarten and for years to come! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/781c1438-e30d-4420-92cd-7958c02907ce/Teacher-Amy+Piattoni.jpg Staff - Ms. Amy Piattoni Co-Teacher I have over 20 years of experience working with children, including 16 years running my own home daycare and the past 5 years as a teacher. I have been married for 28 years and am a proud mom of three wonderful children. I bring both professional expertise and personal experience to my work, and I am passionate about creating a positive, nurturing, and engaging environment where every child can learn, grow, and thrive. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/0eda79c7-0338-4465-8f11-33d33ea58c2f/Teacher-Irene+Gutierrez.jpg Staff - Ms. Irene Gutierrez Co-Teacher My joy has been working at Highland for over 20 years. Being able to touch the lives of these little ones has been both a pleasure and blessing. I have been married to my husband for 22 years and we have a beautiful daughter. I enjoy outside activities and time with my family. Also, my church is a big part of my life. I love sharing on the worship team! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/6731dced-249c-4a21-911e-351d2e0abce0/Teacher-Maria+Velasco.jpg Staff - Ms. Maria Velasco Garden Classroom I have been working in a kitchen/restaurant setting for many years. I am a grandmother to a beautiful baby boy. I love all the children and I love that they love my food! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/a9b185f4-01e1-46bc-99a2-ea43e4545990/Teacher-Candice+Ellison.jpg Staff - Ms. Candice Ellison Church Office Manager & Preschool Substitute Greetings HACS Families, I work in the church office and you may also find me subbing in your student’s class from time to time. I have taught, directed and facilitate staff development in Early Childhood Development for the past 24 years. Currently I am taking on the role of Office Manager & Bookkeeper for the church. It is my passion to share the love of Jesus with each student at HACS. I am blessed to work along side the church staff and school staff. My high school sweetheart and I have been married for 24 years, we have 3 awesome children, 2 dogs, a tortoise and potbelly pig. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/e05a4299-4ddd-423a-81a9-57fb71c3bf06/TeacherKnisely-Rochenda-DSC_6853-00308.JPG Staff - Ms. Rochenda Knisely Co-Teacher/ Sub This is my first year at Highland Ave and I am enjoying working with the staff and helping your children to learn. I am happily married to my High School sweetheart of over 40 years. We have 2 children, our daughter Kelsey, who is the Assistant Director here at Highland, and our son Trevor. Outside of the school, I get to be a doting Nana to my three grandchildren, all who also attended Highland. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/2115efe5-a1fb-4846-b127-34bff5325b4c/Teacher-Amy+Ziello.jpg Staff - Amy Muller Ms. CynDee Allen DIRECTOR Hello! My name is Cynthia Allen better known as, Miss CynDee. I have been directing for over 30 years. I've lived here in Rancho since 2004 and I have been blessed to have been part of the Highland Family since January 2014. I studied Child development at Fullerton College and sat on the Fullerton College Child Development Advisory Board. Iv'e been a long time member of Church Related Early Childhood Education Fellowship (CRECEF) and NAEYC. I also have a degree in biblical studies. There is nothing more fascinating to me than the amazing growth and devlopment of a young child. I have an open door policy and I'm looking forward to getting to know you and your children! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/ea1874b0-492d-4586-866c-e97227e487b1/Teacher-Francine+Zubiate.jpg Staff - Francine Zubiate Ms. Kelsey Ziello ASSISTANT DIRECTOR I have been here at Highland for over 8 years where I originally started out in a 2/3 year old classroom! I graduated from CSUSB with a degree in Human Development with a concentration in Early Childhood. I am married to my high school sweetheart and we have 2 children who are/have also attend Highland. I love our school and all it has to offer especially our love for JESUS! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/e84495ce-3b90-457e-a9d4-b35a1c704d43/Teacher-Carl+Poliakon.jpg Staff - Carl Poliakon Ms. Loretta Camerena OFFICE MANAGER I work in the front office here at HACS! I have been working in Early Childhood since 1981! I raised 2 beautiful daughters! Ive been married 40 years and have 5 of the most exceptional grandchildren on planet Earth. I LOVE JESUS and love serving HACS, children and families. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/05eb0bed-e2e5-43a9-a0f8-986604024c34/Teacher-Pastor+Grady+Gillespie.jpg Staff - Pastor Grady Gillespie Chapel Director Privileged to serve as the family life pastor. My first experience at Highland was as a student in the youth group in 2003. I have witnessed the love and compassion of this church as they watched me grow up. I have been on staff here since 2008 and love participating in the same ministry that introduced me to God as a high school student. I studied youth ministry and completed my MDiv from Azusa Pacific University. My wife and I have two boys who always make life a fun adventure. In our free time, we enjoy sports, camping, riding ATVs and Jet Ski’s, and exploring God’s creation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fff06456a5be84a2c8cf5fe/8300502d-f215-4912-bc52-ec6e67ae71fc/Teacher-Keaton+Stout.jpg Staff - Mr. Keaton Stout Music Director Keaton is honored to serve as the Worship Arts Director at HACC. Originally from Vacaville, California, Keaton discovered his love for both music and ministry early in life, with that passion deepening over the years. 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