Our Leadership
Chris Davis | Lead Pastor
Chris, his wife Whitney, and their three children live in Golden Gate Heights. Chris was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, and graduated from Southeast Missouri State University in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Criminal Justice. Upon graduation, Chris moved to Memphis, TN, where he served numerous churches and ministries. He is a graduate of Mid-America Seminary, from which he holds a Master of Divinity. Chris is deeply passionate about teaching God’s word, issues of justice and biblical ethnic unity.
Nate Hung | Associate Pastor
Nate and his wife Alli live in the Miraloma neighborhood with their two sons. He feels right at home in the San Francisco fog.
Nate graduated from UCLA in 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in Sociology. Nate also holds a Master of Divinity from Talbot School of Theology. He spent 8 years doing pastoral ministry in Southern California at various churches and ministries. Despite his time in SoCal, Nate and Alli are true Bay Area natives and are thrilled to be back with Giants, Warriors, and Niners fans. Nate loves golf and a good cup of coffee.
Christine Somersett |Director of Operations
Christine was born and raised in the San Francisco Peninsula. At 18, she set out on a journey that took her across the country, living and working in several states while pursuing her education and professional journey. Along the way, she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Political Science from Hollins University and a Master’s in Education from the University of Southern California, and worked in higher education in West Virginia, New Jersey, and Texas. In 2025, God called Christine back to San Francisco, where she now resides in Mission Terrace.
Christine is excited to connect with Redemption and the broader San Francisco community and to see what God does in the lives of those around her as they continue to say yes to Him. She loves connecting with others over coffee or a shared meal and, in her free time, enjoys spending time with her dog, a good TV show or book, and playing games with friends.
Justin Goss | Worship Director
Justin Goss was born and raised in California by his adopted mother, Myrtle Goss. Justin has been serving in ministry since his late teen years. His hearts desire is to see people of God experience God in a fresh and authentic way. He loves spending time with his family–his wife Asya and his four children, traveling for sports with his kids and trying new restaurants.
Alli Hung | Interim Kids Director
Alli is a San Francisco native who lives in Miraloma Park with her husband and their two sons. She graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in Social Welfare, and received her teaching credential from San Francisco State University. She enjoys going on new adventures with her boys and exploring parks, libraries, and trails around the city.
Alli truly believes that discipleship begins at an early age, and that we must train up our children in the way they should go. She is eager to see more kids at Redemption come to know, love, and follow Jesus.
Kalesi Budei | Kids Ministry Assistant
Kalesi was raised in the South Bay and has called San Francisco home for over two years. A Political Science graduate from Cal Poly SLO, she brings a diverse background, with experience spanning both the nonprofit and corporate sectors. Now, she’s excited to apply her skills and knowledge to the Redemption Kids community.
Kalesi is deeply passionate about advancing equitable public policy and finds joy in recognizing how God weaves together the moments of our lives, revealing His glory through it all. Outside of work, she enjoys volunteering with a local grassroots organization and turning her Pinterest boards into reality!
Join Our Team
We are looking for creative and gifted people to join our staff! Learn more about our currently open positions below.
What We Believe
We're a community of faith that believes Jesus redeems, renews, reconciles, and restores all things. Click here to read our doctrinal statement.
Our Core Values
JESUS | We are a Jesus-centered church. Our desire is to value the gospel of Jesus in all we do. Colossians 1:15-17; 2 Timothy 2:8; John 8:36
DIVERSITY | We are a reconciled body of believers. We are a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural community of faith flourishing in the city. Genesis 12:1-3; Ephesians 2:11-22; Acts 2; Rev 5:9
SCRIPTURE | We align biblically as a church. The scriptures will be our guide as we seek to follow Christ. 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Psalm 119
JUSTICE | We fight for the cause of the marginalized and oppressed. We will defend the weak and powerless. Micah 6:8; Amos 5:15, 24; Psalm 10
POWER | We embrace the power of the Holy Spirit to transform us into the image of Christ. We will depend on the presence and power of the Spirit to lead us. Romans 8:13-16; John 14:16-18, 25-26
MULTIPLICATION | We value making disciples. We will invest in church planting and equipping the next generation of leaders. Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Mark 16:14-16; 2 Timothy
COMMUNITY | We value intentional relationships that lead to transformative community. 1 Corinthians 12:12-27; Acts 2:42; Romans 15:7; Ephesians 4:2
Partner Organizations and Churches
One Family Church, St. Louis, MO