In this enlightening interview, we sit down with Pastor Aaron West, a beloved community leader known for his unwavering dedication to serving others. Pastor Aaron has spent over two decades in ministry, focusing on spiritual guidance and addressing the practical needs of his congregation and the broader community. His work encompasses a range of initiatives, from food drives and shelter programs to providing counseling and support for those in crisis. In order to achieve these goals he has established the Big Give initiative in his church where they have given over half a million dollars away to the community. His focus is completely on giving back.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6oP0kUFvtTg6lFAvgHoqM6?si=dc9232fce87f4db4 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/service-through-stem-justine-walton/id1733946006?i=1000647730260 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ServiceMattersYVC Website: https://www.yvchr.org/podcast 0:00 Intro 1:12 Sushi Enthusiast 1:48 Summery of His Story 3:53 Changing Plans Because of God 5:19 What Led Aaron to God and Service 7:30 Entering into the Church Industry 9:17 Moving On 10:24 New Journey at a New Church 12:27 Creating Impact (a hole) 13:58 How Crossroads is Trying to be Different 15:21 Getting the Position at Crossroads 16:23 Staying Through Tough Times 17:27 Becoming a Lead Pastor 18:27 How Crossroads Has Loved Others 20:00 Becoming a Christian 22:22 Why Shouldn't we "brag" about our Service 23:31 What it Feels Like to Truly Serve 25:40 How did Nicaragua affect Aaron's Life 27:33 The Importance of Deeply Caring for Others 30:18 Serving for yourself or others? 31:11 Aaron's Time at Crossroads 33:33 Connecting with Calvary Chapel 35:56 Listening to God 37:38 What is the Service Way to You?