Adam Riojas

Pastor Adam is the founder of At The Cross church. As the Senior Pastor, he is passionate about ministry and serving God’s people. Pastor Adam’s zeal for our Savior is evident in his dedication to sharing God’s love and the Gospel with every person he encounters. His perseverance has led the team of At The…

Cleta Riojas

Pastor Adam’s wife, Cleta is an Oceanside native and grew up in North County. Received her Bachelor of Arts in communications from California State University San Marcos and Masters of Arts in Strategic Communications from National University. Currently, she oversees the educational ministry, Freedom Generation Higher Education and is a Real Estate Broker professional and investor.…

Dave Barrett

“But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth; for the Father is seeking such to worship Him.” ~ John 4:23 Pastor Dave Pastor Dave has been a long time resident of Oceanside, California. He is a graduate of Oceanside High school. He went…

Nicole Pirraglio Dietz

Women’s Worship leader Make a joyful shout to the Lord, all you lands! Serve the Lord with gladness; Come before His presence with singing. ~Psalm 100:1-2 The Lord has gifted Nicole with vocal talent and leadership capabilities to oversee our Women’s Ministry worship team as well as Monday nights at Celebrate Recovery.

Lieni Makihele

Lieni Makihele, a native of the  Islands of Tonga, is a devoted mother of four boys and a passionate worship leader based in North County San Diego. With over 15 years of experience, Lieni has lent her musical talents to various worship teams, contributing to the spiritual tapestry of the local community. Her journey extends…

Elder David Leyva

“Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” 2 timothy 2:15 Elder David leads a Open Fellowship Bible Study on Thursdays. As well as a Prayer Ministry on Friday’s. David oversees our Celebrate Recovery on Monday’s.

Nicole Watson

Hello community! I’m Nicole Watson – a local Oceanside resident and member of At the Cross Oceanside Church! I am a Child of the Most High God, and absolutely in love with the Lord. I am a PRO-LIFE single mother to the most amazing son I could ever be blessed with. Now all Praise be…

Diane Eckoff

One Life Matters At The Cross. we believe that from the moment of conception, all human life has an unalienable right ordained by God. Although our society would have us believe that the unborn life has no intrinsic worth, we have an obligation as Christians to value and protect the sanctity of all human life.…

Spanish Pastor Miguel Esquivel

“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways my ways, says the Lord. As the heavens are older than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts higher than your thoughts.” Isaiah 55:8-9Reina-Valera 1960- Many times we are frustrated, when something goes wrong or does not go…

Chris Gray

Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the Lord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you. Deuteronomy 31:6 Pastor Chris began his journey with At The Cross in 2014 when church services were at Oceanside High school. Several years later he began his…