Our Team

TEAM APC

PASTORAL TEAM

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Ashish RaichurSenior Pastor

Ashish Raichur has a Master’s of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Medicine & Dentistry (UMDNJ) and Rutgers University, NJ, USA. He spent 18 years working in the IT industry, 13 of which was spent in running his own technology business while pioneering APC (2001-2014). He has been with APC full-time since June 2014.
ashish.raichur@apcwo.org

Jeyakumar IsaiahWorship Pastor & Associate Pastor (South)

Jeyakumar completed his MBA from Bharathiyar University, Coimbatore and worked in Corporate Sales for 8 years before joining APC in 2005. He served as the Chief Administrative Officer here at APC in the initial years and now oversees the worship ministry while being the Associate Pastor for APC South. jeyakumar.isaiah@apcwo.org

Roshan JonasAssociate Worship Pastor & Youth Pastor

With 4 years of work experience in the corporate sector, Roshan pursued and completed BA Music from The Bangalore Conservatory, with Church Music Leadership as his major and taught music and worship for 5 years in the same college. Roshan joined APC in October 2018.
roshan.jonas@apcwo.org

Nancy RamyaAssociate Pastor (North) & Missions Director

Nancy Ramya completed BDS from GDC, Bangalore & MS of Public Health from UQ, Australia. She worked as a dentist and later in health project management for about 9 years. She was part of APC youth and volunteered as a young person for several years, before taking on a full-time role in 2015. She serves as Associate Pastor for APC North & Missions Director.
nancy.apc@apcwo.org

Manohar RajAssociate Pastor (West) & Bible College Administrator

After completing his Bachelor in Technology (B. Tech) degree, Civil Engineering, Manohar graduated from APC Bible College (Dip.Th.) in May 2018. He joined APC as full-time staff as soon as he graduated, taking on dual responsibilities of Bible College Administrator and serving the church at APC-West. He became Associate Pastor of APC-West in January 2019.
manohar.raj@apcwo.org

Selina Dorothy MacwanaChildren's Church Pastor & Schools Outreach Coordinator

Selina joined APC in June 2008 after 8 years of ministering with children, youth and compiling and editing a book on Old Testament characters. She has a Bachelor’s in Divinity from Union Biblical Seminary, Pune.
selina.macwana@apcwo.org

Melkisedek Jayakumar <span style='color:rgba(191, 13, 13, 0.9);'> * </span>

Melkisedek Jayakumar * Preaching & Teaching

Melkisedek Jayakumar has a Masters in Software Science and a Post Graduate Diploma in Management from SJIM Bangalore. He works full-time in the IT industry with 10+ years in Project and Operations Management. He has been with APC since 2006 and has served as a volunteer in several areas. From 2016-2018, he along with his wife Christina Koshy served as volunteer Youth Pastors.
melkisedek.apc@gmail.com

Jacob Mathew <span style='color:rgba(191, 13, 13, 0.9);'> * </span>

Jacob Mathew * Worship & Teaching

Jacob is a Human Resources Professional, with a MBA from Madras University. Working with a private firm in the IT Industry, he has over 18 years of experience in employee engagement, training & development. Jacob along with his family have been part of APC since 2005. Over the years, he has served in worship ministry, children's church and teaching ministry as well.
bjacobmathew@gmail.com

Jean George <span style='color:rgba(191, 13, 13, 0.9);'> * </span>

Jean George * Teaching & Counseling

With an M.Phil Degree from NIMHANS, Bangalore, Jean has experience in individual, marital and family counseling as well as conducting workshops on various life challenges. She has worked at a private hospital, several NGO’s and corporates providing counseling, teaching and training workshops. Jean has been part of APC since 2005 and been a staff at Chrysalis Counseling since its inception.
jean.george@chrysalislife.org

CHURCH STAFF

Arthi RachelAdministrator

Arthi completed her M.Sc from Madras University & M.Phil from Avinashilingam University, both in Food Service Management & Dietetics. She taught undergraduates in her Alma Mater. After a short stint with a publishing firm as a copy editor, she served in APC with the Publications team since 2005, and as a full-time staff since 2009.
arthi.rachel@apcwo.org

Rupa PalolilOffice & Events Manager

Rupa has completed her Masters in Business Administration and has 4 years of experience in corporate taxation. She has been serving at APC since 2013 and joined as a full-time staff in October 2019.
rupa.palolil@apcwo.org

Ashok BommannaOffice Assistant

After completing his 2 year Diploma in Theology at APC Bible College, Ashok joined APC in 2010, serving in the areas Publications and Office Administration.
ashok.bomanna@apcwo.org

Allwyn Anoop KumarAccountant

Allwyn joined APC in January 2019 after 15 years of experience in corporate finance and accounting. He has a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Bangalore University and a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management from IIMAT, Chennai.
allwyn.anoop@apcwo.org

Sharene JosephCreative Director

Sharene has 5 years of prior experience in advertising and brand management. She is a math graduate from St. Stephen's College ( Delhi University ) and holds a diploma in Advertising & Marketing Communications from MICA, Ahmedabad. She joined APC in 2015.
sharene.joseph@apcwo.org

Caroline J Dsouza Director TV Production

Carol joined APC in September 2013 . She has 11+ years of experience in Advertising and Film Making . She has a bachelor of Commerce Degree from Mysore University, PG in export import management. Indian institute of international business, Chennai. And PG in visual communication specialisation in photography. National Institute of Creative Communication, Bangalore.
caroline.dsouza@apcwo.org

Praveen SangalSenior Graphics Designer

Praveen graduated with a Bachelor of Visual Arts degree from Fine Art College, Gadag and then worked for about 2 years for tara leisure travels Goa. He joined APC in September 2015.
praveen.sangal@apcwo.org

Samuel JebrajSenior Content Producer

Samuel has about 6+ years’ experience in Video Production, Graphic Designing, Website Designing, Photography, Animation videos, and Print Media. He has worked as a freelancer and more recently in Urban India Ministries. He has a Bachelor of commerce degree from Baldwin Methodist College, Bangalore and a Bachelor of Theology from Southern Asia Bible College, Bangalore.
samuel.jebraj@apcwo.org

MelchizedekContent Producer

Melchizedek pursued a Bachelors degree in Film from St. Joseph's College, Bangalore. He initially interned as an editor at APC office and then joined the media team as a full-time staff soon after graduating.
melchizedek.k@apcwo.org

Smita NoronhaAwaken Coordinator

Smita graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Jyoti Nivas College, Bangalore; worked for about 6 years in the corporate world with an international bank; then pursued and completed a Master of Divinity degree from Asbury Theological Seminary, KY, USA and worked for a year as an International Student Discipleship Coordinator. Subsequently Smita joined APC in January 2019.
smita.noronha@apcwo.org

Samuel Sushil AlexanderLife Group & Member Care Coordinator

Samuel joined APC in the month of January 2019, with 11 years of experience as a HR professional. He carries a Bachelors Degree in Economics & Psychology from Christ College Bangalore along with a Master Degree in Human Resource Development Psychology from the University of Madras. He is also a Graduate from Charis Bible College Hyderabad.
sushil.samuel@apcwo.org

SpurgeonSenior Software Developer

Spurgeon is a military veteran, who heeded his call to ministry while preparing for a career in the corporate sector. He is a part of our IT Team since January 2012.
spurgeon.b@apcwo.org

Maheswar ReddySenior Web Developer

Mahesh has a Master’s (MCA) degree in Computer Application from SK University, AP. He worked 7 years in the IT industry, as UI Developer. He has joined APC full-time since May 2014.
maheswar.reddy@apcwo.org

ThimmarajuSoftware Developer

Thimmaraju has a Bachelors degree in Engineering in Computer Science from Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum. He joined APC IT team as a full time staff in Nov 2017. He is passionate about technology and its application in ministry.
thimmaraju.sv@apcwo.org

MINISTRY LEADERS

Tharun Shanker <span style='color:rgba(191, 13, 13, 0.9);'> * </span>

Tharun Shanker * Christian Professionals Ministry

After completing his B.Tech in Electrical & Electronics engineering, Tharun worked for a total of 6 years, first as a management trainee and then as a subject matter expert in the BPO industry. Subsequently he has been with a leading IT firm (10+ years), where he is a full-time Senior Quality Manager. He has been with APC since 2012, has been serving as a volunteer in several areas and leads the CPM.
fortharun@gmail.com

CHRYSALIS COUNSELORS

Jean GeorgeCounselor

Ranjini IsaacCounselor

Ranjini Isaac has a Master’s degree in Medical and Psychiatric Social Work, a Bachelor’s degree in Education and a Diploma in Special Education. She has worked in different mental health settings as a therapist and counselor. She has also been trained in Christian Counseling by School of Christian Counseling - CWR. Ranjini has been working with Chrysalis, the counseling ministry of APC- Bangalore since 2011.
ranjini.isaac@chrysalislife.org

Anita JacobCounselor

Anita Jacob holds a Masters Degree in Organic Chemistry from Mohan Lal Sukhadia University, Udaipur, Rajasthan. She worked as a teacher in Tanzania for a year and as a e-tutor for US and UK students with TutorVista for five years. Later she worked two years as a science content writer for Pearson–Edurite. She is an Accredited Christian Counselor and has been working with Chrysalis from 2016.
anita.jacob@chrysalislife.org

VOLUNTEERS

Much of the ministry that happens at APC Bangalore takes place through the sacrificial, willing and whole-hearted service of people who volunteer. About 300 volunteers serve at APC Bangalore, across our 5 locations. While we cannot list all their names and roles here, they are our real heroes who work together with the pastors and staff to boldly advance God's Kingdom in our city and the nation! Thank you volunteers! The Lord has His eyes on you and great is your reward!