OUR STORY
A church
for our city.
Since 2014, God has been shaping a vision that ultimately led to the launch of Community Church Playa in 2025—a place where real people can connect with God and each other.
We’re a community in Playa Vista that’s learning to follow Jesus together in the middle of real life.
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What We Believe
Beliefs that shape who we are.
God

Our view of God is shaped by Exodus 3, where God reveals that He sees, hears, cares, and gets involved in the suffering of His people. We see this most clearly in Jesus, who shows us the heart and character of God.

Kingdom of Heaven

Jesus taught that the Kingdom of Heaven is not only a future hope, but something He came to bring near in the here and now. We pray and live for God’s Kingdom to be seen in our city through His love, peace, compassion, justice, and mercy.

The Church

We believe the Church is not a building or a place, but a community of people gathered together where the love, compassion, and truth of Jesus are displayed through our lives by the power of the Holy Spirit.

The Cross

God created humanity in His image, but sin fractured our relationship with Him and with one another. Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, sin and death were defeated, and we are invited to walk in freedom.

New Life

Salvation is a gift from God, received through faith in Jesus. We are no longer defined by our mistakes, brokenness, or sin, but are invited to live out the new identity God has given us in Christ.

Essential Beliefs

We hold to the historic Christian faith rooted in Scripture.

  • The Bible is the inspired Word of God and final authority for faith and life.
  • There is one God, eternally existing as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
  • Jesus Christ is fully God and fully man, crucified and risen for our salvation.
  • The Holy Spirit makes us new, forms us into the likeness of Jesus, and empowers us for mission.
  • Salvation is a gift of God, received by faith alone in Jesus Christ.
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Meet Our Team
People helping lead
Community Church Playa.
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Amen Bains
Amen Bains
Lead Pastor
Zoë Laney
Zoë Laney
Kids Director
Amanda Walton
Amanda Walton
Communications Director
Kate Vaughan
Kate Vaughan
Kids Associate
Pastoral + Leadership Council
Wise counsel, prayer, and accountability.
Through this season, we have been blessed to have a variety of pastors and leaders walk with us, pray for us, and give us wisdom and counsel as we move forward as a church.
We are very thankful for these leaders who have committed to walking with us in this season and help provide oversight and accountability.
Mark Ambrose
Pastor | Pacific Coast Church
Zack Barker
Pastor | Foothills Bible Church
Derek Eitel
CFO | Community Church Playa
Amy Pendergraft
Pastor | Malibu Pacific Church
FAQs
Questions you may be asking.
Where is your church meeting?

We are meeting at 5400 Beethoven Ave in Playa Vista every Sunday morning starting at 9:30AM for coffee, with worship beginning at 10AM.

How can I be involved?

First, please reach out to us! We'd love to connect with you. Second, you can come to one of the events listed on our website. Lastly, we need your help! Be a part of the team helping set up and organize our events.

How can I pray for you?

Please join us in praying for our new church community. Pray for the people, finances, and resources we will need to continue moving forward. Pray for the people in and around the Playa Vista area to join us and be a part of the community we believe God is building here. Pray for our city as we seek to be a light and be a part of bringing His Kingdom here in our city.

What denomination is your church?

Community Church Playa is a non-denominational independent church. We are not affiliated with any denomination or church.

What oversight do you have?

We meet consistently with a solid group of pastors and church leaders who provide wise counsel and prayer. We have an independent accountant and bookkeeper who oversee our finances. We also work with outside organizations that provide insurance, HR, and payroll support.