Left to right: Lisa Ives, John Ives, Maureen Nishimoto, Deborah Baker, Patricia Tuttle and Richard Tuttle
Reverend Lisa Marie Ives – Founder, Pastor and Teacher of LAGH Ministries Inc.
Lisa received Christ as Saviour and Lord at 21 yrs old in 1976. Passionate to serve the Lord she helped in Childrens Ministry, Womens Ministry and Counselor to Men and Women coming to Christ at the Church alter.
In 2001 after a Prophetic dream about her future call to full time Ministry she was sovereignly led to the Ministry she would be Mentored in and was OrdaIned in 2003 and established her Church.
Retired Police Officer Richard Tuttle– SAFE-T L C Spokesperson
Richard has approximately 30 years of law enforcement experience spanning three different department; LAPD, Sacramento PD, and Downey PD. He is involved in personal protection and cooperate security for a large entertainment company.
“Meeting Richard and his wife was a God ordained moment. When he was serving on Downey PD I asked if I could go on a Ride a long while he was on duty and God used that day to show me how valuable our First Responders are and that our Ministry needed to establish an Outreach and ask for his assistance in reaching out to those who serve! When he retired he and his wife helped me establish SAFE-T L C” Rev Lisa Ives
Patricia Tuttle – SAFE -T L C Family Outreach
Patricia is the wife of Retired Officer Richard Tuttle and supports his work with our US Military and First Responder Outreach. “The importance of a healthy support system cannot be overestimated. Family members of our First Responders face a whole set of challenges while providing the support for those on the frontline. They are a team! It is an honor to come along side the family to help meet the challenges they face.”
Maureen Nishimoto – LAGH Treasurer
Just as the treasurer oversees the heart of a Ministry Maureen has lived a life as a woman who cares for the souls and hearts of mankind. She received Christ at 17! She served the Lord as a Sunday School Teacher, Youth Counsellor with her husband Terry and Good News Club. When not in Church she was serving mankind as an LVN in 1970 and a RN in 1985. She been Married to her husband Terry for 59 years has raised 3 children, loves the Lord and loves to sing to anyone anywhere!
Deborah Baker – LAGH Secretary
Debbie was led to Reverend Lisa by the Holy Spirit over 20 years ago. Debbie has been married for 43 years and is the mother of two adult children. Debbie worked for a local jurisdiction for over 40 years and recently retired as an Administrative Assistant.
The Joy of the Lord is her strength and she strives to function in the gifts of the spirit. She enjoys sharing the word of God with others, encouraging all to return to their first love. She is excited to see what God has planned for the future and trusts in His sovereign will.
John Ives – Chef and Outreach Coordinator
John has served in the Food industry his whole career. He has managed Grocery stores and knows how to handle food safely and cook amazing. He has overseen planning company food events for years. He truly knows how to create the atmosphere of hospitality as the first church did. He plans all our Outreaches to those who serve by serving them an outstanding meal and fellowship!