Originally from Brazil, Pastor Peter Miguelez serves as our Pastor with a heart full of passion for Jesus and a deep commitment to ministry. Pastor Peter was installed as our Sole Pastor on January 10, 2026 after serving as Associated Pastor in our church since March 2022.  Pastor Peter holds degrees in both Business Administration and Theology, and earned his Master of Divinity (MDiv) from Andrews University in 2022. With ministry training and experience across Brazil, Australia, and the United States, Pastor Peter brings a rich, multicultural perspective to his pastoral work.

Known for being Spirit-led, deeply enthusiastic, and having a warm approach, he  is passionate about Mission, Discipleship, and Club Ministries. Pastor Peter leads with humility and is committed to helping others grow in their relationship with Christ and in expanding the Kingdom of God.

He is married to Bruna Stoco-Miguelez, a medical doctor who loves Jesus and mission work. Bruna is known in our church family for her incredibly kind, loving, and caring spirit. Always ready to serve and support others.

Together they share a calling to serve and love people with compassion and grace.

Neil has been a faithful member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church for decades and has dedicated much of his life to education, ministry, and service. After marrying his wife Carol over 40 years ago, Neil followed God’s calling into Adventist education, serving for more than 20 years as a teacher and principal within the SDA school system. During that time, he earned a master’s degree in education along with multiple teaching endorsements. Even after retiring, he continued serving students in the Coachella Valley public school system. Throughout the years, Neil has remained deeply committed to the church, serving in many capacities and currently as Head Elder. He has a special passion for teaching Sabbath School and helping others grow in their understanding of God’s Word.

I am Sarai Rodriguez and I've grown up in the Adventist church. I've been a member of the Palm Springs church since 2001.  I love working with kids and am happy to give my time to teach Sabbath School and help grow our children's ministry.  I'm the middle daughter of three sisters and have a miniature poodle named Sunny (he's my baby). I believe the Lord has brought me to serve, not just the children, but all my church members. I'm so happy to help my church family with anything.

I am Beth Lopez. I was raised in the SDA Church, my first church being Culver City SDA. I moved out to the desert area in 2003, began attending the Palm Springs church in 2005, and was baptized into the church in 2008. Over the years of being a member of the church, I have served as a Sabbath School aide & teacher, a deaconess, and have read scripture or told children's stories during our church services. I have also had the pleasure of being involved with our Pathfinder Club. Now I have begun serving in my church as the church secretary, and I am thankful for God using me in His ministry to utilize my talents and bless my church family.