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.

Jeyakumar IsaiahWorship Pastor & Associate Pastor (South)

Jeyakumar has a Master’s in Business Administration from Bharathiyar University, Coimbatore with 8 years’ experience in Corporate Sales. He joined APC in 2005 and served as the Chief Administrative Officer in the initial years. He currently oversees the worship ministry while being the Associate Pastor for APC South.

Roshan JonasAssociate Worship Pastor & Youth Pastor

With 4 years’ work experience in the corporate sector and a Bachelor of Arts in Music from The Bangalore Conservatory, with Church Music Leadership as his major, Roshan taught music and worship for 5 years at the same college. Roshan joined APC in October 2018.

Nancy RamyaAssociate Pastor (North) & Missions Director

Nancy Ramya holds a Bachelor’s in Dental Surgery from the Government Dental College, Bangalore and Master of Public Health from University of Queensland, Australia. She worked as a dentist and later in health project management for about 9 years. She served as a volunteer with APC, before taking on a full-time role in 2015. She serves as Associate Pastor for APC North & Missions Director.

Manohar RajAssociate Pastor (West)

Manohar has a Bachelor’s of Technology in Civil Engineering. He graduated from APC Bible College with a Diploma in Theology and Christian Ministry in May 2018. He joined APC as full-time staff as soon as he graduated. He is serving as Associate Pastor of APC-West.

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.

Paul EmmanuelPastor, APC Mangalore

Paul has a Bachelor’s in Commerce from Bangalore University. He has 5 years’ experience in the corporate sector. He completed Diploma in Theology and Christian Ministry from APC Bible College and began serving with APC as Life Group and Member Care Coordinator in a full-time capacity (May 2014-May 2018). He currently serves as the pastor of APC Mangalore.

Diana Nancy PaulPastor, APC Mangalore

Diana has a Bachelor’s of Arts in English Literature from Bangalore University. She has 7 years’ experience in the corporate sector. She completed Diploma in Theology and Christian Ministry from APC Bible College and then began serving with APC as Principal / Administrator, in a full-time capacity (May 2014 -May 2018). She currently serves as the pastor at APC Mangalore.

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

Melki Sedek Jayakumar * Preaching & Teaching

Melki Sedek 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.

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

Jacob Mathew * Worship & Teaching

Jacob is a Human Resources Professional, with a Master’s in Business Administration 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.

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.

CHURCH STAFF

Rupa PalolilAdministrator, Events Coordinator

Rupa has a Master’s in Business Administration and has 4 years’ experience in corporate taxation. She has been serving at APC since 2013 and joined as a full-time staff in October 2019.

Arthi RachelPublications, Content & Communications

Arthi has a Master’s in Philosophy in Food Service Management & Dietetics from Avinashilingam University. 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.

Ravi Kumara MKannada Translator

Ravi Kumara has Bachelor’s in Theology (Calcutta Bible seminary), Master’s in Divinity (NATA accredited) and Master’s in Arts in Christianity (Mysore University) and has 16 years’ ministry experience. He has served with APC as a Kannada Associate pastor (2011-2017) and also has been involved in Kannada translation of books, conferences and TV programs.

Ashok BommannaOffice Assistant

After completing Diploma in Theology and Christian Ministry from APC Bible College, Ashok joined APC in 2010, serving in the areas Publications and Office Administration.

Allwyn Anoop KumarAccountant

Allwyn joined APC in January 2019 after 15 years’ experience in corporate finance and accounting. He has a Bachelor’s in Commerce from Bangalore University and a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management from Indian Institute of Management and Technology, Chennai.

Shanthi SophiaOffice Manager, Librarian

Shanthi Sophia joined APC in January 2020 and has 26 years of experience in administration.

Samuel Sushil AlexanderLife Group & Member Care Coordinator

Samuel joined APC in January 2019, with 11 years’ experience as a Human Resource professional. He has a Bachelor’s in Arts in Economics & Psychology from Christ College, Bangalore and a Master’s in Arts in Human Resource Development Psychology from the University of Madras. He is also a Graduate from Charis Bible College, Hyderabad.

Parambir KaurOnline Learning Coordinator

Parambir has a Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy from Punjabi University, Patiala. After a six-month internship at Fortis Hospital, Mohali, she volunteered as a physiotherapist. She then spent 5.5 years in the pharmaceutical industry in Bangalore. She joined APC Bible College in 2018 to pursue Diploma in Theology and Christian Ministry before taking on a full-time role with APC in March, 2020.

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’s in Commerce degree from Baldwin Methodist College, Bangalore and a Bachelor’s in Theology from Southern Asia Bible College, Bangalore.

Praveen SangalSenior Graphics Designer

Praveen has a Bachelor’s in Visual Arts from Fine Art College, Gadag and 2 years’ experience at Tara leisure travels Goa. He joined APC in September 2015.

MelchizedekContent Producer

Melchizedek has a Bachelor’s in Vocation in Films from St. Joseph's College, Bangalore. He initially interned as an editor at APC and then joined the media team as a full-time staff in May 2018.

Zhiloni KriibveVideo Editor

Zhiloni Kriibve did his schooling from Fernwood, Nagaland. He has a Diploma in Theology and Christian Ministry APC Bible College. He initially interned for about 6 months and later joined as full-time staff as video editor.

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 Information Technology team since January 2012.

Maheswar ReddySenior Web Developer

Mahesh has a Master’s in Computer Application from Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Andhra Pradesh. He had 7 years’ experience in the information technology industry, as UI Developer before joining APC full-time since May 2014.

ThimmarajuSoftware Developer

Thimmaraju has a Bachelor’s in Engineering in Computer Science from Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum. He joined APC’s information technology team as a full-time staff in Nov 2017. He is passionate about technology and its application in ministry.

Bobsu MeikamTech Support and Data Entry

Bobsu has a Bachelor’s in Science in Computer Applications from Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies, Chennai. He worked at Gurukul Institute of Technology as a software tester. He joined APC Bible College in 2018 to pursue a Bachelor’s in Theology and Christian Ministry and then joined APC as full time staff in March 2020.

MINISTRY LEADERS

ADJUNCT FACULTY (BIBLE COLLEGE)

Melki Sedek Jayakumar * Christian Professionals Ministry

Marshall SamuelTeaching

Marshall has a Bachelor of Arts from Christ College, Bangalore. He has about 16 years’ experience working for various advertising-related agencies. He has a Diploma in Theology and Christian Ministry from APC Bible College. He has worked with APC as CATALYST staff and thereafter as Head of Publications. He currently teaches at the APC Bible College.

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.

Anita JacobCounselor

Anita Jacob holds a Master’s in Science in Organic Chemistry from Mohan Lal Sukhadia University, Udaipur, Rajasthan. She worked as a teacher in Tanzania for a year and as an e-tutor for US and UK students with TutorVista for 5 years. Later she worked for 2 years as a science content writer for Pearson–Edurite. She is an Accredited Christian Counselor and has been working with Chrysalis from 2016.

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!