Meet Our Pastor
Peter Chung
Lead Pastor
Pastor Peter Chung was installed as the senior pastor at the Beacon church in October 2024. He has been in pastoral ministry since 2001, with a decade spent in Asia as a missionary to China as well as a Vision Trip Leader for Compassion International. Peter's alma mater is UC Berkeley. He graduated with a bachelor's degree in history and went on to receive his M. Div from Talbot School of Theology.
Peter has a passion for expository preaching and has a great love for teaching and equipping the saints with the Word, especially in Old Testament history. As an advocate for Compassion International he is also passionate about serving children and the poor with and through the local church. He has been married to Rebecca since 2007 and they are parents to twins Charis (daughter) and Matthias (son).
Our Servant Leaders
Howard Hwang
Deacon
Howard has been attending the Beacon since 2009. He currently serves as a deacon and leads the worship ministry.
Howard met his wife Sarah while attending college together at UC Irvine. They have been married since 2012 and have been blessed with two children, Titus and Abby.
Howard met his wife Sarah while attending college together at UC Irvine. They have been married since 2012 and have been blessed with two children, Titus and Abby.
Philip Lee
Deacon
Phil was born and raised in Los Angeles by parents who love the Lord. He came to Christ in early high school and is grateful to the Lord for the many challenges and joys experienced in his process of sanctification. A member of The Beacon since it began in the early 2000’s, Phil is a Deacon who serves the church in various administrative needs.
Phil has been married to his beautiful wife, Tiffanie, since 2012, and they have been blessed with 3 amazing kids. He is a big LA sports fan and enjoys being active when possible.
Phil has been married to his beautiful wife, Tiffanie, since 2012, and they have been blessed with 3 amazing kids. He is a big LA sports fan and enjoys being active when possible.
Steven Lim
Deacon
Steven was born and raised in the Bay Area. He grew up in a Christian home and came to know Christ during his teenage years. He is a Deacon and serves in our Children’s, finance, and worship ministries.
Steven is married to his wife, Jean, and are parents of 3 children. In his spare time, he enjoys playing sports and trying new restaurants.
Steven is married to his wife, Jean, and are parents of 3 children. In his spare time, he enjoys playing sports and trying new restaurants.