Tarik El-Ansary

Tarik is a first-generation American with both his parents being native Egyptians. Growing up in a non-practicing Muslim home, he always remembered believing in God but not knowing who He is.

Tarik surrendered his life to Jesus later in his life after years of being involved with drugs and serving time in federal prison. His life truly began to flourish once he committed his life to following Jesus.

Tarik was originally a part of Reality Carpinteria where he met Dave Lomas during a summer internship in 2008. Eventually, he moved with Dave to San Francisco and helped plant Reality SF.

In addition to serving as an elder at Reality SF, Tarik oversees the church’s finances, human resources, facilities, and business contracts. 

He and his wife Erika live in the Sunset District with their two biological daughters, Isabelle and Evelyn, and a foster child.

Meet Our Team

Learn about some of the other folks who lead our church.

Jason Swanson, Operations Director

Jason leads our Operations Team, managing processes and designing systems that support our church functionally.

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Naomi Lau, Children’s Pastor

Naomi is passionate about partnering with parents and caregivers to nurture growing faith at home. As the Children’s Pastor, she leads the shepherding of our children as they learn about and are taught how to live in the way of Jesus.

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Danielle Stowaway, Executive Assistant | Justice & Outreach Volunteer Coordinator

Danielle provides administrative support and assistance to our Teaching & Vision Pastor, as well as the Justice & Outreach Ministry.

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