About Our Pastor
Pastor Jonathan Dignadice is a servant minister, biblical counselor, and pastoral leader, currently serving as Senior Pastor of Arbor Christian Fellowship. He has a heart to minister God’s promises and biblical truth to encourage, inspire, and lead people toward the heart of Christ.
Through his years of ministry and experience, he has witnessed the power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the authority of God’s Word to change and transform broken lives across generations.
Pastor Jonathan’s education includes a Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology from California State University, Los Angeles, a Master of Divinity Degree from Gateway Seminary (formerly Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary), and a Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling from Master’s University in Santa Clarita, California. He is a certified biblical counselor under the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC).
As a devoted family man, he resides in Lake Forest, California with his wife Ruth, and their four children. He enjoys watching movies, spending time with family, and creating and editing video and film projects.
Learn more about Pastor Jonathan and the many ways our congregation celebrates his faith and leadership in this special editorial feature.
Tina Johnson
“Goodness, there is so much I appreciate about Pastor Jon. I admire his humility and his quiet strength. As today’s message reminded me, he is unafraid of conflict and seeks godly resolution—something I didn’t realize about him until he became our pastor. I appreciate how he leads our church with firm conviction yet guides us with a gentle hand. His servant heart shines through in the way he gives so unselfishly of his time. I also appreciate his boldness in teaching and the way he so clearly loves and adores Ruth and their children.”
Jayson Laton
“One thing I truly appreciate about Pastor Jon is the way he delivers his messages—simple, clear, and direct from the heart. He’s open to feedback and genuinely desires to know whether his teaching is connecting with the listeners, which shows his sincerity and commitment to sharing the gospel accurately. Beyond the pulpit, he reaches out to those who are struggling with illness or facing difficulties, offering comfort and prayer. Pastor Jon is a humble servant who loves serving our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and it shows in everything he does.”
Hilda Veturis
“Pastor Jon is a visionary who leads his congregation by example. He is kind, caring, patient, and loving, with a true servant’s heart. No task is ever too small for him, and his humility shines through in all he does. We are beyond blessed to have him as our pastor.”
Tyler Johnson
“Pastor Jonathan is a leader who understands the importance of listening, prayer, and keeping the focus on God first. He values collaboration and works to ensure that everyone feels heard while faithfully leading in the direction he believes God is calling our church. His balance of humility and conviction inspires confidence and unity within our congregation.”
Faye Martnick
“Pastor Jon and Ruth have set a beautiful example of faithfulness throughout the years. Pastor Jon’s calm and loving leadership is deeply appreciated, and it’s clear that his conviction and strength come from his faith in God. When he speaks from the pulpit, we can truly hear Jesus speaking through him.”
Zed Sayo
“I’m thankful to the Lord for Pastor Jon—for his willingness to pursue others, his servant’s heart, and for being both a mentor and a friend to me.”
John & Debbie Patterson
“We appreciate Pastor Jon for his calm demeanor and his deep love for our congregation. He is both a shepherd and a leader, developing people, recognizing their strengths, and planning for the future of our church. We are also so grateful for Ruth, who faithfully serves alongside him with encouragement and a willing heart to help in every way.”
Beverly Dickson
“Pastor Jon and Ruth show such genuine love—to each other, to their family, and to their church family. They are involved in every part of the church, from the youngest to the oldest and everyone in between. It would be hard not to love them.”
Pastor Steve Yu
“I have seen Pastor Jon used by God to counsel and comfort others through many different situations over the years. Having known him since I was 18 and served alongside him for the past 17 years, it has been wonderful to witness his faithfulness to Christ and His Word through all the ministry’s highs and lows.”
Elizabeth Johnson
“I really enjoy that Pastor Jon places such an emphasis on relationships and doesn’t avoid conflict, but works through it with care. I appreciate his ability to help everyone in the church truly feel like they belong to a family of believers, and his guidance helps the church grow deeper in their relationships with one another.”
Pete Demonteverde
I’m so blessed that my Pastor is also my beloved cousin. Pastor Jon’s father, Jose, and my father, Pepito Sr., were cousins and best friends—more like brothers. As young boys, they survived World War II together and later came to the United States to raise their families. We grew up attending church together, and it amazes me now that we are serving the Lord side by side. I’m deeply thankful that Pastor Jon and I have continued the legacy of our fathers’ brotherhood, and it fills me with great joy to see our sons and daughters extending that same loving legacy. May God continue to abundantly bless my brother, Pastor Jonathan Dignadice!
