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During this time I was managing my family’s commercial HVAC business. I have served the Presbytery as Interim Pastor
at the Felton Presbyterian Church, as temporary Stated Supply at the First Church San Jose while the pastor was on
leave. I have also served as Interim Pastor in Monterey at El Estero Presbyterian Church, the oldest Asian congregation
in the Presbytery, and a one year term as Supply Pastor/Head of Staff at First Presbyterian Church of Hollister while
their pastor, David Rodriguez, was on leave serving as a military chaplain stationed in Iraq. I come to you from West
Valley Presbyterian Church where I just completed a similar transition with them. I also serve on a variety of task forces,
committees and commissions within the San Jose Presbytery, most recently working on the General Assembly COLA
(Committee On Local Arrangements) where I worked on four different special events.
My hobbies include, reading, stunt kite flying, woodworking, gardening and home improvement projectes, which never
seem to diminish in number or scope. I love to do a lot of different things and find great joy in trying new and different
experiences. I find learning new things challenging and fun.
Peggy and I have been married for 34 years. She is Controller at I Squared, a manufacture’s rep. company in San Jose.
We have two adult sons, Matthew and Daniel who is married to Michelle and lives in Anaheim. We look forward to being
involved in the life and ministry of Trinity Presbyterian Church.
In Christ’s service, Lyle Schmidt
at the Felton Presbyterian Church, as temporary Stated Supply at the First Church San Jose while the pastor was on
leave. I have also served as Interim Pastor in Monterey at El Estero Presbyterian Church, the oldest Asian congregation
in the Presbytery, and a one year term as Supply Pastor/Head of Staff at First Presbyterian Church of Hollister while
their pastor, David Rodriguez, was on leave serving as a military chaplain stationed in Iraq. I come to you from West
Valley Presbyterian Church where I just completed a similar transition with them. I also serve on a variety of task forces,
committees and commissions within the San Jose Presbytery, most recently working on the General Assembly COLA
(Committee On Local Arrangements) where I worked on four different special events.
My hobbies include, reading, stunt kite flying, woodworking, gardening and home improvement projectes, which never
seem to diminish in number or scope. I love to do a lot of different things and find great joy in trying new and different
experiences. I find learning new things challenging and fun.
Peggy and I have been married for 34 years. She is Controller at I Squared, a manufacture’s rep. company in San Jose.
We have two adult sons, Matthew and Daniel who is married to Michelle and lives in Anaheim. We look forward to being
involved in the life and ministry of Trinity Presbyterian Church.
In Christ’s service, Lyle Schmidt
Rev. Lyle Schmidt
Pastor Interim
Just a little about me so you’ll understand some of my humor and sermon
illustrations: I was born and raised in California, growing up in the rural area around
Fresno on a small ranch we affectionately called “the farm”. My family moved to the
bay area in the mid 60’s and I’ve loved this area ever since. I felt God’s calling on my
life from a very young age, asking Jesus to be my Lord and Savior while in grade
school.
At the time we attended a Mennonite church in Reedley CA. During my college days,
I worked with a campus witnessing organization and began to prepare for attending
seminary. I was ordained in the San Francisco Presbytery in 1980 after graduating
from Fuller Seminary in Pasadena. I then served as Associate Pastor at
Presbyterian Church of the Master in Mission Viejo CA. I have been a member of the
San Jose Presbytery since 1989 serving as Parish Associate at the Mountain View
and Los Altos churches.
Pastor Interim
Just a little about me so you’ll understand some of my humor and sermon
illustrations: I was born and raised in California, growing up in the rural area around
Fresno on a small ranch we affectionately called “the farm”. My family moved to the
bay area in the mid 60’s and I’ve loved this area ever since. I felt God’s calling on my
life from a very young age, asking Jesus to be my Lord and Savior while in grade
school.
At the time we attended a Mennonite church in Reedley CA. During my college days,
I worked with a campus witnessing organization and began to prepare for attending
seminary. I was ordained in the San Francisco Presbytery in 1980 after graduating
from Fuller Seminary in Pasadena. I then served as Associate Pastor at
Presbyterian Church of the Master in Mission Viejo CA. I have been a member of the
San Jose Presbytery since 1989 serving as Parish Associate at the Mountain View
and Los Altos churches.
| Vincent Arishvara, Director of Youth, Children, and Collegiate Ministries Mr. Vincent Arishvara has served as Youth and Children Director at Trinity Presbyterian Church since 2002, and in 2007 he launched a college group. He has grown the children's ministry from ten children to more than 30 children today. Vincent plays many musical instruments, including guitar, violin, and piano, and has taught many of the youth to play some of these instruments. He also enjoys art and uses his art skills to decorate the church during the holiday season. Vincent came from Indonesia and is educated as an architect. In 2005, he was called by God to give himself full time to ministry and is currently received his M.Div from San Fransisco Theological Seminary. |
Ryan Tally
Assistant to Youth Director
Ryan assists Vincent Arishvara in leading both junior high and senior high youth
groups. He also directs the newly installed audio/visual system in the sanctuary.
Ryan has been a member of Trinity for seven years, and he actively participated in the
Trinity youth group from eighth grade through his high school graduation in 2005. He is
now enrolled as a full time student at West Valley College.
Assistant to Youth Director
Ryan assists Vincent Arishvara in leading both junior high and senior high youth
groups. He also directs the newly installed audio/visual system in the sanctuary.
Ryan has been a member of Trinity for seven years, and he actively participated in the
Trinity youth group from eighth grade through his high school graduation in 2005. He is
now enrolled as a full time student at West Valley College.
| 2010 Corporate Officers President: Margaret Thompson Secretary: Tim Parmentier Treasurer: Bruce Appleton In addition to the above, our leadership and staff include: * Ms. Karen Warren, Administrative Assistant and Office Manager * Mrs. Norma Perkins, Chancel Choir Director * Mrs. Berdie Bowlsby, Organist * Miss Cherie Curry, Pianist |
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| Analisa Maurice Youth Intern A new addition to our youth department. She will be in charge for our youth activities such as games and teaching. Never underestimate the energy of this avid rock climber to challenge your faith to the next level. |