Our Team

Birch St. Staff

  • Tyler Lemen

    Lead Pastor

    Tyler was born and raised in Southern California. He graduated from California Baptist University with a B.A. in Christian Studies and Azusa Pacific Seminary with his Masters of Divinity. Tyler is married to Tracie and they have four children: Ella, Calvin, Wesley, and June. They love getting together with family and friends to play board games.

  • Darcy Webster

    Associate Pastor

    Darcy is married to Ben and they have four children: Caleb, Lindley, Lincoln, and Chamberlyn. Darcy was raised in Payson, AZ. She graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a B.A. in Liberal Studies. She has a Master's Degree in Education, a teaching credential, and is a recorded pastor through the Friends denomination. She loves to bake and work in her garden.

  • Nicole Connors

    Worship Director

    Nicole was born and raised in Southern California where she graduated from California State University Fullerton, with a BA in Theatre Arts. After marrying her husband Paul, her music career was reignited as a music teacher and a worship leader. While continuing to seek God with all her heart she enjoys helping others find and cultivate a deeper connection with Christ.

  • Kim Lopez

    Birch St. Kids

    Kim was born and raised in Southern California. She received her degree in Sociology from California State University, Fullerton, and her Master’s in Occupational Therapy. She worked with children and young adults with developmental, motor, and sensory delays in the private and school settings as an occupational therapist before joining the Birch Street Church staff. Kim is happily married to Joseph, and they share two sweet girls, Sophia, and Vivian. In her free time, she enjoys hosting family dinners, trying new recipes, and spending time with her husband and daughters.

  • Tracie Lemen

    Communications Coordinator

    Tracie was born and raised in Southern California. She received her degree in Child and Adolescent Development and Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential from Cal State Fullerton. Shortly after finishing school, Tracie married her husband Tyler. Tracie and Tyler have four adorable kids: Ella, Calvin, Wesley, and June. In her free time, Tracie enjoys searching Pinterest and completing DIY projects.

Birch St. Elders

  • Art Hernandez

  • Kimmie Mills

  • Lori Straw

  • Jerry Sung