About Bayside Placerville
Loving God and Loving People, Together
We believe this is our mission. We have set out to do this by
Reaching Wide, Growing Deep, and Unleashing Compassion.
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This is why these are our values:
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- Everybody Matters: All Ages & Stages -
Every individual is important in the makeup of the Church as we work together to disciple future generations.
- Life Together -
We work to develop healthy relationships with God, self, and others while doing ministry in teams.
- Kingdom Minded -
We join in God’s work loving others by modeling Christ’s heart through redemptive ministries, community partnerships, and serving local and global missions.
- Genuine Community -
Creating safe and fun environments that invite all to connect with God.
More About Us
Our church is led by the Ministry Staff Team with the accountability ​and support of our Servant Leadership Team. Everything we do is prayerfully done with God leading all of our steps and prioritizing our Mission.
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Bayside is a place where you can come as you are, and be met with the love and acceptance that God has for you as His beautiful masterpiece. Friendly faces, warm hugs, powerful worship, and truthful teaching will always be there for you to encounter the love of Jesus.
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And don't forget the coffee and donuts -- those will always be there too!
Ministry Leaders and Staff
Al Soto
Lead Pastor,
Men's Ministry Leader
Heather Cook
Children's Pastor
Matt Morecraft
Student Ministries Director
Betsy Vanderpool
Teaching Pastor
Brian Boyd
Worship Leader
Bridgett Hartshorn
Director of Church Administration
Valerie Soto
Office Manager
Trish Thompson
Ministry Assistant and
Personal Asst. to Lead Pastor
Alicia Morecraft
Communications Director
Kim Wells-Boyd
Women's Ministry Leader