About Anchor

A church anchored in Jesus

A place to encounter God, hear truth, and worship together in San Diego.

More than Sunday

From youth nights and church events to real friendships, Anchor is a place where people can connect, grow, and do life together.

You are welcome here

Whether it is your first time or your first time in a long time, we would love to welcome you and your family.

01 Church experience

Worship, prayer, preaching, and a place where people can encounter Jesus.

Lead Pastor

Pastor Eli Lopez faithfully leads Anchor Church with a burden for San Diego and a heart for people.

Pastoral Welcome

Eli & Regina Lopez

Pastor Eli Lopez and Regina would love to welcome you and your family. Whether you’re new to church or have walked with God for years, you’re welcome here.

Their desire is to help people encounter Jesus, grow in truth, and become part of a church family that cares deeply about worship, prayer, and changed lives.

Lead Pastor
Family Ministry
San Diego
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What we believe

Tap a topic to open the full description and scripture references.

The Bible

The Bible is the infallible, inspired Word of God and the final authority in all matters of faith, salvation, and Christian living. It reveals God’s will, instructs believers in righteousness, and provides guidance for daily life.

II Timothy 3:15–17

God Almighty

There is one God, who has revealed Himself as Father; through His Son, in redemption; and as the Holy Spirit, by emanation. Jesus Christ is God manifested in flesh. He is both God and man.

Deuteronomy 6:4 + Ephesians 4:4–6 + Colossians 2:9 + I Timothy 3:16

The Gospel

The saving gospel is the good news that Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and rose again. We obey the gospel by repentance, water baptism in the name of Jesus Christ, and the baptism of the Holy Spirit with the initial sign of speaking in tongues as the Spirit gives the utterance.

Acts 2:38 + 1 Corinthians 15:1–4 + John 3:5

Sin and Salvation

Everyone has sinned and needs salvation. Salvation comes by grace through faith based on the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

Romans 3:23–25, 6:23 + Ephesians 2:8–9

Christian Living

As Christians, we are to love God and others. We should live a holy life inwardly and outwardly and worship God joyfully. The supernatural gifts of the Spirit, including healing, are for the church today.

Mark 12:28–31 + II Corinthians 7:1 + Hebrews 12:14 + I Corinthians 12:8–10

The Future

Jesus Christ is coming again to catch away His church. In the end will be the final resurrection and the final judgment. The righteous will inherit eternal life, and the unrighteous eternal death.

I Thessalonians 4:16–17 + Revelation 20:11–15

Pastors, leaders, and ministries

Browse the people and ministries that help serve Anchor Church. These cards can link to standalone team or ministry pages.

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Lead Pastors

Eli & Regina Lopez

Lead pastors of Anchor Church, serving the church with a vision for truth, worship, prayer, and changed lives.

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Pastors
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Youth Pastors

Oscar & Avanly Adello

Leading and investing in the next generation through youth ministry, teaching, and community.

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Pastors
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Spanish Pastors

Johnny & Maria Valadez

Serving Spanish-speaking families and helping lead Spanish ministry with care, truth, and community.

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Pastors
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Music Group

Worship & Music

Musicians and singers who help lead the church in worship and create an atmosphere centered on Jesus.

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Worship
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Outreach

MCRD Ministry

A ministry that reaches the military community with preaching, support, and a burden to see lives changed.

Military
Outreach
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Church Group

Spanish Church

A ministry space for Spanish-speaking families to worship, connect, and grow together in faith.

Spanish
Group
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Guest Experience

Hospitality Team

The team helping guests feel welcomed, guided, and cared for from the moment they arrive.

Hospitality
Guests
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Support Team

Media Team

Serving through livestream, presentation, camera, sound, and the tools that help ministry reach farther.

Media
Tech
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Church Group

Youth Group

A place for students and young adults to build friendships, grow in truth, and encounter God together.

Youth
Group

Come worship with us

We would love to meet you. Plan your visit, check the service times, and come experience what God is doing at Anchor Church.

Plan Your Visit