Sarah Sumner, President
Sarah Sumner (Ph.D., Systematic Theology) is a theologian who operates as a change agent building integrity in the Church. In March 2012, she sensed the Lord prompting her to spark a global movement for moral courage. In April 2015, she started Right On Mission. To learn more about Dr. Sumner, see our Speaker's page.
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Mission Statement: To build integrity in the Church.
Vision Statement: To see people bet on God
Why Statement: I believe God surprises us with yet another jackpot every time we truly trust in Him.
Jim Sumner, Business Manager & Operations Assistant
Jim wears multiple hats at Right On Mission. He is the Business Manager, the Operations Assistant, a member of the Speaking Team and the Consulting Team. His expertise includes preaching, administration, children's ministry, facilities management, and analytical thinking.
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Mission Statement: To feed God's truth to the hungry
Vision Statement: To see everyone break forth in spontaneous, awestruck worship
Why Statement: I believe the gift of entering into the glory of God's amazing grace frees the human spirit to dance with the Spirit of God.
Pakou Vang, Operations Manager & Executive Assistant
Pakou Vang has been with Right On Mission from the start. She manages the infrastructure and oversees the day-to-day operations and processes. Pakou also helps with the website and entrepreneurial services ROM provides.
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Mission Statement: To find redemptive solutions for people
Vision Statement: To see people live with Christian hope
Why Statement: I believe God is trustworthy because He regards the plight of every person.
Lisa Orimoto, Senior Associate
Lisa Orimoto (Ph.D. Psychology) is a listener, a formally trained scientist who functions as a pastor in the way she relates to people. At Right On Mission, we call her "Dr. O." Her expertise is vast given her past successful work as a pharmacist, psychologist, church planter, strategic planner, teacher and coach. Organizationally, she is a sage who kindly teaches people how to love.
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Mission Statement: To persuade people to dare to develop their creative potential
Vision Statement: To see everyone live wholeheartedly with humble intention and impact
Why Statement: I believe people’s true desires are so innately God-like that the only way to be true to ourselves is to be true to God.
Matthew Sayovitz, IT
Matthew Sayovitz (M.B.A.) has broad experience in software development and technological implementation and works full-time in the medical field of continuing education. Matthew is a precisionist who raises the standard of excellence.
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Mission Statement: To enhance the work of those who are building God's Kingdom.
Mike Garry, Pastoral Guide
Mike Garry (M.A., Certified Spiritual Director, Selah Center) serves as Right On Mission's lead Spiritual Director. “Pastor Mike” loves to be with people at the dinner table delving into meaningful conversations. He is a pastor, preacher, conference keynote, and spiritual developer especially of youth. Off-line he bikes and hikes as an outdoor pastor, and online he offers spiritual direction.
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Mission Statement: To practice the efficiencies of wisdom
Vision Statement: To see sinners engage God’s goodness as God shapes them
Why Statement: I believe spiritual formation is an unhurried process of sojourning with pain and caring interpersonally for others.
Jackson Painter, New Testament Consultant
Jack Painter (Ph.D. New Testament) is a Bible scholar and expert outdoorsman who loves to guide tours in Israel. For years, Dr. Painter was a New Testament professor at Simpson University. Before that, he and his wife served as missionaries in the Philippines. Now he is writing books and Bible commentaries. Strictly using his Greek New Testament (not an English translation) he daily expands his knowledge of God’s Word. Dr. Painter also teaches Hebrew and joyfully guides students through all of Scripture. His weekly substack called "In Plain Sight" is available for anyone to access.
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Mission Statement: To celebrate God's handiwork in the Light of God's word
Vision Statement: To see people freed from fear that forfeits trusted love
Why Statement: I believe God puts everything blindingly in plain sight and chooses those who choose Reality.