Sarah Valenzuela
Financial Controller
Born and raised in San Francisco, Sarah relocated to San Diego after marrying her husband, Dylan. They cherish their family life with four wonderful children — three boys and one girl. Sarah was nurtured in a Christian upbringing and is passing on those values to her children. The family finds joy in camping, outdoor activities, and creating cherished family memories.
Sarah, who holds a degree in Business Administration from Biola University, started her career in Emmanuel Faith's Accounting department. She later joined Mission Hills Church as they sought an accountant, eventually becoming Director of Finance and Treasurer. Through God’s provision, she returned to Emmanuel Faith, where she joyfully continues to serve.
Jody Dietel
Business Administrator
Jody Dietel serves as our Business Administrator and oversees all Operations, including Finance, Facilities, Human Resources (HR) and Payroll, Information Technology (IT), Security, and the Holy Grounds Café. She’s attended Emmanuel Faith since 2001.
You’ll often see Jody singing in the Classic Worship service and at Worship nights. Jody lives in Escondido in the Harmony Grove area.
Tom Wade
Since 1996, Tom has served as the Technical Director at EFCC, where he combines his love for music and technology with serving the Lord.
Escondido born and raised, his passion for music and providing behind-the-scenes tech started at a young age.
Randy Carter
Randy was born in Los Angeles, California. He was called to North County San Diego in 2003 to serve in a ministry where he was Maintenance Director for eight years, and then Food Service Director for seven years.
He has since become a part of the Emmanuel Faith team, joining the staff in 2017. However, his true passion is coaching and leading men to know and walk with Christ.
Randy is happily married to his wife of 26 years, Jennifer. They have two daughters, Jorgie and Tommie, and reside in San Marcos, Calif.
Alanna Dunaway
Alanna Dunaway has a Liberal Arts Degree with a Diploma in Human Resource Management from Cal State University San Marcos. Before working at Emmanuel Faith she was a Human Resource Manager for defense contractor SAIC and then a stay-at-home mom for 10 years. Alanna is currently working and serving as our Food Service Director for our on-campus Holy Grounds Cafe.
Ron Preston
Ron was born in Newport Beach, CA, and raised in Imperial Valley. Growing up, he worked at his family’s aerial crop spraying business. His dad was the pilot, and the rest of the family assisted in the daily operation.