Meet Aaron Escamilla
Full name: Aaron Matthew Escamilla
Nick Name: wish I had one but I was never that cool
My mom called me: Mijo
Aaron's family: Married Sara on July 25, 1998, Matt [adopted son], Josiah [son], Micah [son], Angela [daughter], & Jaraan [son]
Ministry Role: I am the Care Strategy Pastor to help provide opportunities for our church to engage our community. I also serve as our Pastor of The Gathering (18 to 30+).
Dream vacation: Backpacking across Europe for 3 weeks with my wife
What's your regular order at Starbucks? Peppermint Mocha Frappachino [I know it is a weak coffee drink, and yes I am embarrassed every time I order it]
Favorite movie: Fiddler on the Roof
Favorite scripture: Micah 6:8
Things that fascinate me: My wife and technology
People who inspire me are: People who venture out and do thinks that others only dream of
Previous job or line of work: Youth Pastor
One thing that most people don't know about me: I have a life goal to swim the English Channel. My plan is to swim it in the year 2014.
I've been in ministry since 1999 but I grew up as a Pastor's kid, so I guess I could say almost all my life.
When and where did you get saved: The moment I remember having a conversation with God about my life changing was November 1995. It was at a youth convention in Estes Park, CO.
Music that moves me: I listen to all kinds of music, from country to rap, to worship. My iPhone always has a wide blend of music for any mood I am in.
Favorite singer or band: Relient K and Keith Green
Peeves: Losing at any games that I am playing
Life-changing moment: July 25, 1998 & the birth of each of my kids. I am a very proud husband & father.
Hidden talent: I have the ability to make electronic devices work even when no one else can. It's more like my secret superhero power.
What sport are you not good at? Winter Olympics Curling...I've never tried it but it seems pretty hard. And Golf
Fears: Snakes
Favorite book: I am a book addict. You seriously think I am just going to pick one?
Quirks: I am a very loud talker in public places or so I am told [some call it my radio voice].
In my spare time I...wrestle with my kids and play meaningless games on my iPhone.
Favorite TV show: Lost and The Office
Favorite actor: Johnny Depp
Least favorite food: Mayonnaise
What makes you laugh? My own stupidity
What is weird about you? I have a set of food laws that dictate what I can and cannot eat. I live by these.
The most exotic place you've even been to: Buenos Aires, Argentina
The most adventurous thing you've ever done: For legal reasons I am not able to discuss this without government consent.
My hero: My Dad and My brother - I love these people
Least favorite thing to do: Household chores
