Unity in the Coastlands: A Conversation with Pastor Jake McDonnell
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Show host Stacey is a San Diego native and Media Strategist at Salem Media. She is involved in her community and has built relationships with churches throughout Southern California. Join us weekly for Passion for Christ on KPRZ Sundays at 3:30 PM.
Monday, January 26, 2026
In a landscape often fragmented by division, what does it truly look like to build a "together" church? In this episode, we sit down with Jake McDonnell, Lead Pastor of Coastlands Community Church in San Diego.
Jake joins us to share the remarkable story of Coastlands—a community built not on preference, but on the profound unity of the Kingdom of God. From his perspective as a credentialed educator and a seasoned urban missionary of over 10 years, Jake discusses the intentionality behind merging congregations and creating a space where diversity isn't just a buzzword, but a lived reality.
We dive into:
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The "Coastlands" Vision: Why Psalm 97:1 serves as the heartbeat for their community.
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Radical Love: Exploring Romans 5:8 and the power of God’s love for us "while we were still sinners."
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A Church for Everyone: How Coastlands serves San Diego through unique ministries like their Saturday Cantonese Bible Study and the city’s oldest Celebrate Recovery program.
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The Urban Mission: Jake's journey from Ferguson, MO, to planting roots and fostering unity in the heart of San Diego.
Whether you’re a ministry leader or someone looking for hope in community, Jake’s insights on "Bible-believing and community-serving" faith will leave you inspired to see the many coastlands rejoice.
Connect with Pastor Jake & Coastlands Community Church:
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Visit: 3552 College Ave. San Diego, CA 92115
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Online: thecoastlandschurch.com
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Weekly Gatherings: * Sundays: Bible Study at 9:30 am | Service at 10:45 am
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Fridays: Celebrate Recovery at 7:00 pm
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Saturdays: Cantonese Bible Study at 10:00 am
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