Incoming Leaders
Celebrating New Ministry Leadership
The Free Methodist Church in Southern California celebrates God’s work in raising up new leaders to guide our congregations and ministries. This page honors those who have completed significant milestones in their ministry journey and will be recognized during Annual Conference 2025. These faithful servants represent the ongoing story of God’s leadership provision from generation to generation.
Paul Zittel
When I was 7 years old I experienced his love and salvation at a conference. From there, I was forever changed by the love of Christ and wanted to serve him in whatever capacity that he would call me too. I had an encounter at 16 years old with the power of the Holy Spirit changed my life forever. I had an encounter at 16 years old with the power of the Holy Spirit. I changed my life forever and I knew from that day for it that I was supposed to go into ministry.
How did the Spirit guide you to your current ministry and what has God called you to do through your ministry?
God opened a door for us to come to the West Coast through one meeting in Washington State that led to another open door of being interviewed for the lead pastor role of Lake Elsinore. We live our lives in such a way that is openhanded to whatever God calls us to, no matter the location or circumstance.
How did you come to first be involved with the Free Methodist Church and why have you chosen to continue your ministry in the Free Methodist Church?
I was born into a Free Methodist church and have never not been involved in the Free Methodist denomination. I believe whole heartedly in our denomination’s theology, philosophy, and foundation. When I decided to pursue ministry I attended Robert Wesleyan college in Rochester New York and got a bachelors degree in ministry.