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Drew Smithson, Executive Pastor
work: 714-579-1642
Email: drew@northhillschurch.us
 


Place of birth:
Los Angeles, CA-(specifically Huntington Park)
 
Family information:
Married to Lecia-(33 years!) Three Children-Stephanie, Ryan and Dustin. One Grandchild-Zoe!
 
How did you come to NHC:
After 25 years as the District Youth Director for AG in southern California, I retired in December. Seeking God’s will, Dave Gable talked with me about the Assistant Pastor position here at NHC in April. In May, Pastor Doug and I talked what this position might look like. After some days of prayer and fasting, I accepted this position in June 2013.
 
What is your role at NHC:
Executive Pastor
 
Best part of your role:
Mentoring our Next Gen Pastors, leading our staff, supporting Doug and Brenda Green.
 
Favorite character(s) in the Bible:
David-a man after God’s own heart; Paul also-they had to kill him to keep him from talking about Christ!
 
Favrotie sports teams:
1. Los Angeles Lakers
2. Los Angeles Dodgers
3. USC Trojans
4. San Diego Chargers
 
Favorite musical artist(s)
1. DC Talk/Toby Mac
2. Hillsong United
3. Switchfoot
 
What were you like in High School:
A nerd; finally after Holy Spirit empowerment became president of our Bible Club my senior year.
 
What would be your last meal on earth:
Mexican or BBQ Ribs
 
What makes you laugh:
Old Sitcoms
 
What makes you cry:
Single Mom’s, orphans, struggling people, struggling teenagers.