Leadership

Pastor Dennis Eley is married to the lovely Joyce E. Eley. He is the Senior Pastor of Military Outreach Ministries International Church since February 2, 2015. Oversees all ministries of MoM’s Int’l Church with special emphasizes on Military Breakfast’s and Veteran Gospel Services/Concerts. He is a servant leader in the community because he loves to give back to the people through foodbank ministry where they feed nearly 1,200 families monthly.
He volunteers to teach Federal Resume Workshops at several veteran organizations (State & Non-Profit) throughout southern California. He integrates the DISC Leadership Behavior concepts to identify each student understand the following: Primary DISC style, their behavioral needs and emotions, and to identify a career industry based off personality style.
He faithfully served his country for 26 years while engaging in the following combat missions: "Operation Desert Shield," "Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF)" and "Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)." Several years after retiring from the U.S. Navy, he started a second career with the Department of the Navy, OCHR-SAN, as a Human Resource Specialist. He worked as a Wounded Warrior Coordinator to assist (OEF & OIF) veterans to find federal employment. Now, he is an Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist for Department of Navy, with Bureau of Surgery and Navy Medicine.
Received a B.S. degree in Human Development from Christian Heritage College in 2000 and received an MBA (focus in Leadership) degree in 2009 from Walden University. Completed 4-years of Doctorial studies for Doctor of Management (DM) degree at University of Phoenix in May of 2016. Received an Honorary Doctor of Theology (Th.D.) degree from Next Dimension University in August of 2020.

Lady Joyce Eley is very active in ministry. She is totally involved with the church and is always by her husbands side working in ministry. Her favorite scripture is Psalms 91. She has plenty of responsibilities in the church such as Head of Hospitality, Adult Choir, Women of Power ministries. She is a loving person who will give her last to anyone in need.  

Minister Thomas is deceased and was a vital member of our church. He was the Men of Valor’s leader and did an excellent job. He loved people and was engaged with the church. I miss him a lot.  

Pastor Wesley S. Thomas, a San Diego native, has served in ministry for over 45 years as a Prophet, Psalmist, missionary, and teacher of the Word. He currently serves as the Assistant Pastor of Moms International Ministries and leads the Men of Valor Ministries, while also assisting in the food ministry and ministering as part of the Praise Team. Born into a family devoted to Christian service, he has ministered throughout North America and internationally, including missionary work with Campus Crusade for Christ. A U.S. Army infantry veteran, he led Bible studies and a men’s choir overseas, influencing the spiritual growth of many soldiers. His commitment to the Word earned him the nickname “the walking Bible.”
Pastor Thomas has also served in various leadership roles within the Churches of God in Christ, including District Sunday School Superintendent and Vice President of the Evangelism Department for the 2nd Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction. His educational background includes teaching at the End Time Ministries International School of Ministry and the International Institute of Spiritual Development Training Center, as well as studies at San Diego State University—where he earned professional certification for Community Economic Development. He also studied at New Testament Christian College, and San Diego College of Continuing Education. He and his wife were ordained as Pastors in 2014.
Pastor Thomas is a sought-after workshop and seminar facilitator, known for empowering believers through teachings on Evangelism, Spiritual Growth, the Ministry of the Holy Spirit, Intercession, and how to know God personally. He has been happily married for 27 years to Pastor Esther Anthony-Thomas, and together they have raised brilliant and gifted children. Beyond his pastoral calling, he, using his gifts to strengthen individuals spiritually, academically, and personally. Pastor Thomas finds his greatest joy in witnessing God transform lives through the wisdom and anointing entrusted to him. He humbly requests continued prayer as he advances the specialized ministry God has called him to—impacting churches, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and every place where the Lord opens the door for His glory.

Dr. Esther Anthony-Thomas is a proud member of Military Outreach Ministries Ministerial Team and the Praise and Worship Team. She is also the clinical counselor at the Military Restoration Project Veteran’s Home. She was ordained as a pastor in 2014 after many decades of service to the Lord.  She enjoys bringing communities together through her love for Christ, Black Storytelling, humanitarian efforts, and human rights campaigns. She has devoted decades to participating in social justice programs, promoting wellness and self-care for people of color throughout the United States, El Salvador, Tijuana, B.C., Mexico Border Projects, Brazil, and West Africa.  She has supported and held office in many COGIC churches throughout Southern California, both locally and jurisdictionally.

Her efforts as an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, inspirational public speaker, Christian Pastor, ACTS-IU Seminary Professor, SDSU Africana Studies Lead Lecturer, Clinically Trained Certified Life Coach, and Lead Faith-Based Community Behavioral-Health Educator have led her to provide local and global learning opportunities for many people. Dr. Esther is a graduate of the International Institute of Spiritual Development, NCI Bible College, San Diego State University Community Economic Development Program, Southern New Hampshire University, and San Diego State University. She holds a Master of Science in Multicultural Counseling with a focus on Trauma-Informed Care and a Doctoral Degree in Humanities. She is a beloved wife of 28 years, mother of 6 amazing adult children, and proud Nana of her adorable grandson, Kairo.

Sister Diane Morgan has been a MOM's Int'l Church member since 2015. She has a wonderful boy and is engaged to Bro Charles Morgan. She is devoted and dedicated to God and the church. A very faithful person who is so supportive to her First Lady. She also is on the Hospitality team. 

Newly appointed Military Outreach Ministries International Foodbank Team Leader. I am a creative professional with a rather unique background—eight years as a legal aid specialist in the Army National Guard, went to school Character animation, and years of experience in storyboarding and 3D animation. My interests span from developing fictional worlds and characters to philosophical questions about consciousness.