Leadership Team
our staff
Paul Richardson, Lead Pastor
I’m Paul, one of the pastors here at Mariners Church. I kinda’ oversee the whole deal here, but I have great people working alongside me both as volunteers as well as staff. Since 1988, I have been pastor of Mariners (you do the math). I came here because of the challenge of seeing God put together a church in an area where very few know Jesus in a personal way. It’s been a great ride. I grew up in Southern California and was in South Florida for three years before I came to Half Moon Bay. For those that pay attention to this stuff—I have a bachelor’s degree from Cal Poly, a master’s from Talbot Seminary (Biola) and a doctorate from Fuller Seminary. I have an incredible wife and family of whom I can’t get enough. When I have free time I enjoy riding my road bike, running miles along the bluffs, and working around the house. Other things I like are fly fishing, In N Out, and backpacking (when I can get away). I hate coffee. And tuna casserole. It’s always been my desire to be part of an authentic community of committed followers of Jesus Christ. I truly get excited when we see “Christ fully developed” in people (Galatians 4:19). Through the years, God has done an incredible work of building a group of people at Mariners who truly love God and seek to serve Him in a real way.
Dr. Lakisha Barnard, Family Pastor
We are thrilled to have LaKisha as our new Family Pastor.
Mark Heath, Worship Pastor
Mark is a long-time resident of Half Moon Bay is also known as Dr. Mark, one of the town’s local chiropractors. His heart for worship and love for people is very apparent. He has been volunteering as a worship leader at Mariners for over 20 years. Mark, and his wife Kathy, are committed to our community by being involved in many activities. When not leading Mariners in worship, he goes to see and root for the SF Giants, runs and cycles.
Matt Kang, Youth Pastor
I have the incredible privilege of serving as the Youth Pastor at Mariners Church, where my heart and passion lie in raising up the next generation to know, love, and serve Jesus. My journey in ministry has been shaped by a deep desire to see young people transformed by the gospel and equipped to live out their faith in every area of life.
Originally from the Bay Area, I pursued my undergraduate studies at UC Santa Cruz and am currently finishing my Master of Divinity at Gateway Seminary. It brings me great joy to serve in the place I call home, sharing the hope of Christ with the youth in our community.
When I’m not leading youth events or Bible studies, you’ll likely find me enjoying combat sports or immersed in music—two of my personal passions. I’m excited to see how God is working in the lives of young people and look forward to continuing this journey alongside them as we grow in faith together.
Taylor Duncan, Youth Supervisor
Brenna Davis, Director
Tracy Hummel, Financial Analyst
Emma Lodge, Office Manager
