Serving, caring, and stewarding together

At Oikos, leadership exists to serve the life of the community — not to manage faith or rush growth.
Our staff, elders, and board members serve in different ways, but with a shared purpose: to help create space where grace can do its work and where people are cared for well.
Leadership at Oikos is not about control or status. It is about service, trust, and responsibility.


Our Shared Approach to Leadership

We believe healthy leadership is rooted in humility and care.

That means:

• Listening before directing

• Shepherding rather than managing

• Stewarding resources faithfully

• Supporting the church’s mission with wisdom and prayer
All who serve in leadership at Oikos do so as learners themselves — shaped by Scripture, prayer, and shared life.


Staff Ministry Team

Staff are those called to serve the congregation through teaching, pastoral care, and the day-to-day coordination of the church’s life.

Lead Pastor, Aaron Lytle
Mission Administrator, Sylvia Schmidt
Web, Video & Sunday Worship Lead, KC Rodgers
Ministry Assistant, Rosalinda DeLeon
Sunday Worship Assistant, Aaliyah Lytle
Worship Team Leader, Daniela Greer
Worship Team: Stace Batterson, Tom Gonzales and Douglas Musgrove Sr.


Board of Elders

Elders serve the congregation by offering spiritual care, prayer, and guidance.

Rev. Aaron Lytle
David Adams
Nelson Schmidt


Board of Directors

Board members serve the congregation by helping steward the church’s resources, facilities, and long-term health.

Victor Arias, President
Mariko Vanderbilit, Secretary
Rev. Aaron Lytle


The Purpose of Leadership

Leadership at Oikos exists for the sake of the community — so that faith may be learned patiently, resources may be stewarded wisely, and no one has to walk alone.


How to Reach Us

If you would like to speak with a pastor, elder, or board member — whether for prayer, conversation, questions, or practical concerns — we would be glad to connect. You don’t need to know who to contact.
Just reach out, and we’ll walk with you.


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