Dr. John Crandall

Experience

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  First Evangelical Church of San Gabriel Valley

  Jul 2009 - Jan 2013

  Associate Pastor

  Led the English-language adult congregation for this ethnic Chinese church as its pastor, developing strategic ministries and aiding the spiritual transformation of members through regular practical and relevant Bible teaching."I had the opportunity to have biblical discussions with Dr. John Crandall when he was serving as the English Congregation Pastor at First Evangelical Church. He has in-depth knowledge of the Bible with a profound historical perspective which inspired me to study the bible daily. In addition, with his past experience of living in different parts of the world, he is culturally diverse with a passion for global evangelical mission. May God continue to provide opportunities to maximize his potential. Thank you."​ Carrie Chong, Nurse Practitioner at City of Hope, Duarte, CA"I could describe Pastor John in a number of ways. I find him to be a personable individual who is both respectful and accommodating to others. His desire to help others understand their place in ministry is evident. He demonstrates a passion for teaching God’s Word, which makes him an asset to any ministry. I can recommend Rev. Dr. John Crandall without any hesitation. I came to admire his faithfulness, courage, and flexibility as he and I worked on several challenges in the ministry." Steve Lo, Chairman, Personnel Committee Show less

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  World Team

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2013

  Consultant

  Evaluation of missionary candidates in simulated exercises for ministry in a foreign culture. This involved evaluating both personal and interpersonal abilities with a team of observer/evaluators.

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  William Carey International University

  Jan 2014 - now

  Adjunct Faculty

  William Carey International University prepares men and women to discover and address the roots of human problems around the world by offering graduate degrees in International Development, emphasizing the cultural and historical aspects of this field.

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  Sierra Bible Church

  Aug 2014 - Aug 2015

  Interim Pastor

  "The sacrifice of so much of your own life for us. I realize you have spent countless hours trying to 'right the ship'​ for which I'm very grateful. You are the hardest working pastor I've ever been around."​ Doug Frith, Chairman of the Elders Council, Sierra Bible Church"Your service to God and SBC is sacrificial and a gift of love." "I respected so much of your participation in the church and truly appreciate the season where God used you in SBC's restructure." Dean Stone, Elders Council Member"I served under Dr. Crandall on a transition team for ten months meeting weekly and sat under his teaching and preaching for about one year."Dr. Crandall is a very strong leader and manager. He is direct but at the same time very compassionate. He is a hard worker and is completely dedicated to whatever task he undertakes. He is a motivator and has a way of stimulating both thought and action. He is very intelligent, quick on his feet and has always responded with sensible reactions in all situations. Dr. Crandall’s public speaking style is sincere, direct, confident and very logical." Charlie Fettig, Transition Team Member Show less

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  Church Transition Coaching

  Oct 2017 - now

  Founder

  We have merged our previous ministries into a focus that specializes on churches that face a pastoral change.