Jonathan and Elyse KOpp

We are the Kopp's, we have been co-pioneering YWAM Long Beach since 2016. Jonathan is from the Black Forest, Germany and Elyse is from West Virginia, USA.

We met staffing the first DTS in Long Beach, CA, where we became best friends and found a new love serving the city and ministry. Elyse and Jonathan have a heart for serving the lost and homeless. We also have a passion for struggling Christians, who have questions and desire build a deep foundation in their faith.

Jonathan and Elyse took over base leadership in June 2024 after Jonny and Nina left to start a church in Japan.

Jonny, Nina, Jackson, and Vivien Pocoroba

Hello!  We are Jonny, Nina, Jackson, and Vivien Pocoroba.  We have been missionaries with YWAM for 14 years and have served in China, Brazil, Japan, and most recently our home, Long Beach, CA.  

In September 2024 we moved our family to Tokyo, Japan to plant a church. Japan is considered the second largest unreached people group in the world.

Our vision for our church plant in Tokyo is all about evangelism and creating community. Our heart is to make connections, introduce people to Jesus and create a place for them to fellowship and grow in the Lord.  

*The Poc’s are currently serving full-time in Japan