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Church at the Kroc offers a vibrant and inclusive community where individuals can grow spiritually and connect with OTHERS.

Located in the heart of the city, our church service on Sundays at 10am provides a welcoming atmosphere for people from all walks of life. Whether you're seeking a place to worship, fellowship, or serve, you'll find a warm embrace and meaningful engagement at our services. Join us this Sunday at 10am as we come together to experience the love of God and the joy of community.

We look forward to welcoming you with open arms.

Meet the Ministry Team


Majors Anthony & Lisa Barnes

Majors Anthony and Lisa Barnes serve as the Kroc Center Officers and San Diego County Coordinators for The Salvation Army. Married for 22 years, Anthony and Lisa have spent 18 years in full-time ministry as Salvation Army Officers, serving communities across the West Coast—including San Francisco, Phoenix, Seattle, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles—before making San Diego their home.

Major Anthony Barnes grew up in Brooklyn, NY, and chose early on to break his family's cycle of addiction, dedicating his life to serving others. Before answering the call to full-time ministry, Anthony had a career in law enforcement and emergency management, serving as Director of 9-1-1 and Emergency Disaster Services. He holds a B.A. from Hofstra University and an M.A. from Regent University, bringing a deep commitment to lifelong learning and leading by example.

Major Lisa Barnes is a pastor, author, and international speaker with a passion for social justice, authenticity, and serving the marginalized. Born in Las Vegas, Lisa came to faith through The Salvation Army in Oregon during a childhood hardship. She holds a B.A. in Counseling for Christian Ministries, an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and is the author of Love to a Whore’s Daughter and BRAVE, a guided journal supporting young girls in foster care.

Together, Anthony and Lisa are passionate about meeting human needs in Jesus’ name and helping everyone know they are fully seen and loved by God. They are proud parents to two children, Anthony (21) and Leilah (14), along with their 10-year-old German Shepherd.

John Chapman
Chaplain

  (619) 269-1536

  John.Chapman@usw.salvationarmy.org

Marina Winter
Ministries Program Coordinator

  (619) 269-1574

  [email protected]

Mid-week worship with Church at the Kroc

Click on the categories below to learn more about the different mid-week worship opportunities that are available.

Bible Study

Thursdays / Fireside Room / 6:00pm – 7:00pm
We believe people discover their true purpose and identity by knowing God through His Word.

Cookies & Coffee

Sundays Courtyard 11:00am – 11:30am
Join us for refreshments right after service. Fresh coffee, cookies and good conversation.

Create New Beginnings is a 10-week Visual Arts program with thematic discussion, art lesson, guided prayer, and group meal. Thematic discussion topics and reflection on a different topic each week including: Vulnerability, Forgiveness, Reconciliation, Emotions, Empathy, Shame, Accountability, Pride, Self-Doubt, and Courage - Presentation of flowers - a lesson on the meaning of specific flowers chosen based on the theme of the week’s lesson - Art lesson techniques and skills including color mixing, color meaning, watercolor technique, acrylic paint techniques, design variations, and mixed media technique, with curriculum guides focusing on the week’s theme - Spiritual component noting Bible verses that relate to the themed lessons with guided prayer in the curriculum also related to the theme. - Each class concludes with sharing of projects, reflections on insights gained (artistic, spiritual, and personal) to foster further discussion and friendship.

Ages 18+
Wednesdays 6:00-7:30 pm
Arts & Education Building
Ongoing throughout the year

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KCM Kids

Sundays Child’s Room 9:30am – 12:30pm
Childcare for children 3-months to 12 years old. This is a safe and fun place to learn about God’s love for us and others.

The Open Table

Tuesdays / Rolando Room / 6:00pm – 7:00pm
January - March, May - July, September - November

Good people + Good food + Good fun & a little something from the Good book.

This is a Kroc Center Ministries led FREE dinner for anyone in the community who wishes to attend. In addition to being a place to build relationships at a more personal level, The Open Table is a weekly gathering of people of good will. 

Womens Ministries

Sundays / Rolando Room / 11:30am – 12:30pm
A space where women gather together and encourage each other, creating disciples of Jesus who will impact their family, community and the world. Our goal is to play a vital role in the lives of women so that the benefit is felt throughout the entire family. We help women strengthen the relationships they care about as we grow closer together and closer to God. We firmly believe that women who are close to God draw others close to Him as well.

The Tithe.ly app is designed for us to give/tithe financial gifts electronically. Just download the app, create a profile and search for The Salvation Army Kroc Center San Diego to give in this manner. In-person offerings and tithes are accepted in the back of the Rolando Room each Sunday.

(619) 269-1574
Marina Winter, Ministries Program Coordinator: [email protected]

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