Live services are Saturday at 4pm & 6pm PT with the Online Community worship available Saturday at 10:30pm PT until the following Saturday afternoon.
Born and raised in Southern California, Charissa Rikimaru has been part of Saddleback Church her entire life. She interned for two summers with the Groups and Ministry teams before officially joining the Saddleback Online Community in 2021. Now, as the Online Community Pastor, she loves leading a church family that spans across the world.
Charissa is passionate about helping people grow in faith, no matter where they are. She loves that the Online Community brings together people from different nations and backgrounds, creating a space where everyone can belong and experience God’s love.
Her favorite Bible verse, John 16:33, continues to guide her in life and ministry.
Outside of her role at Saddleback, Charissa enjoys trying new foods, going on hikes, and playing games with friends. She also loves hosting game nights and making great memories with the people around her. She is thrilled to begin this next chapter with her soon-to-be husband, Byron!
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