Frequently Asked Questions for First Time Visitors

1. Where is Downey Adventist Church located?
2. Who is the Pastor?
3. What are the service times?
4. What should I expect during the service?
5. What should I wear?
6. Who is the First Elder?
7. Who is the Head Deacon?
8. Who is the Head Deaconess?
 

Downey, California. Downey is in the Greater Los Angeles area. See the Contact page for a map and directions to the church campus. (Back to Top)

Who is the Pastor?

Mitch Williams. Pastor Mitch was a sheet metal worker when God called him into the ministry. He graduated from Andrews University and he also has a Ph.D. (Back to Top)

What are the service times?

Sabbath School, or Bible study, is at 9:30 am on Saturdays. There are classes available for all age groups, from the very young to the, well, the young at heart. The Worship Service is from 10:50 to a little after 12:00. See our Worship Service page for more details. (Back to Top)

What should I expect during the service?

The worship service will have praise with music, a children's story, Bible readings and the message from the pastor. We are fairly informal. No one will make you stand up or call upon you. Sit where you feel comfortable. (Two exceptions...if you sit at the piano or organ you will have to play...if you sit in the pulpit, you will have to preach.) Check out the Photo Albums page to see what some of our worship services are like. (Back to Top)

What should I wear?

We invite you to come as you are. A few members will have on suits and ties. Most will have on a nice set of slacks and dress shirt. A few will be wearing jeans. Wear what works for you. Check out the Photo Albums page to see some of the people in our services. (Back to Top)

Who is the First Elder?

Bill Aumack is currently serving as the First Elder. Bill was raised in an Adventist home and has been a member of Downey Adventist Church since 1985. (Back to Top)

Who is the Head Deacon?

Gustavo Ortega is our Head Deacon. (Back to Top)

Who is the Head Deaconess?

Lucille Martinez is our Head Deaconess. (Back to Top)