Reach One! Teach One!
Rise Up is about reaching one and teaching one — building a legacy of discipleship that strengthens families and the church. It is about rising out of isolation into accountability and rising into the men God has called us to be. This is your invitation to grow, to lead, and to Rise Up.
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another”
Proverbs 27:17 (NIV)
MEET SOME OF OUR MENTORS
Mike Amegashie
Mentor Profile:
Mike has been doing life with his best friend and wife, Sandra, for 12 years. Together they are raising four amazing children who keep life full of joy, laughter, and purpose. He loves spending intentional time with his kids—playing, teaching, guiding, and building a Christ-centered foundation that will shape their future.
Outside of family life, Mike enjoys staying active through basketball and golf. Whether it’s a competitive game on the court or a peaceful round on the course, he values both the discipline and fellowship that sports bring. He also has a passion for reading—especially business biographies that tell stories of leadership, perseverance, and character. Above all, he loves reading and studying God’s Word, believing that consistent time in Scripture is the anchor for a strong and faithful life.
Mentoring Strengths:
Prayer & Spiritual Disciplines
Bible consistency
Mike Amegashie
Paul Stefanelli
Mentor Profile:
I have 3 children (adults now) and a grandchild. I've been married for almost 30 years. I have been an educator for 25 years. I love riding motorcycles and working out. My goal in life is to be the best husband, dad and grandpa to my family. I also want my life to reflect Christ in every area!.
Mentoring Strengths:
Leadership development
Other: Facing the strongholds that hold us in a place of guilt, shame and understanding our true identify in Jesus.
Paul Stefanelli
James Orsini
Mentor Profile:
Happily married 36 years. Three grown children. 40 year career in accounting finance and marketing. Church members 35 years
Mentoring Strengths:
Leadership development
Work-life balance
Fatherhood
James Orsini
Sal Fiorilli
Mentor Profile:
By God's grace, I love imparting God's wisdom and direction helping men accelerate to new levels in their life and future in Christ.
Mentoring Strengths:
Finance/Investments
Prayer & Spiritual Disciplines
Fatherhood
Sal Fiorilli
Abiola Mustafa
Mentor Profile:
I’m married, and a father of three children. My desire is to fulfill the will of God for my life.
Mentoring Strengths:
Prayer & Spiritual Disciplines
Abiola Mustafa
Odafe Ejetavbo
Mentor Profile:
I gave my life to christ almost two decade ago and by His grace, I have tried to consistently walk with god and work for him.I have been married for over 14years and I have two childern age 12 and 10 years. I strongly advocate for collaboration and teamwork.
Mentoring Strengths:
Prayer & Spiritual Disciplines
Marriage mentoring
Emotional maturity/character
Odafe Ejetavbo
Landeric Pierre
Mentor Profile:
I'm detail-oriented, results-driven and a passion for continuous improvement.
Mentoring Strengths:
Leadership development
Adventure & Fun
Prayer & Spiritual Disciplines
Landeric Pierre
David Padi
Mentor Profile:
Married for 30 years and have three children in their twenties. Over 36 years of career in technology and leadership
Mentoring Strengths:
Leadership development
Multicultural connect
David Padi
Felipe Tessutti
Mentor Profile:
I am a Supply Chain professional who loves Christ, father of two teens and married with adorable woman for 20 years. My preferred Bible verse is 1 Corinthians 2 19 because it really gives me confidence that God will always surprise me and improve my faith. I speak three languages, Portuguese, Spanish and English.
Mentoring Strengths:
Leadership development
Fatherhood
Emotional maturity/character
Leadership development
Multicultural connect
Felipe Tessutti
Augustine Jesson
Mentor Profile:
I am passionate about helping others navigate academic challenges, build emotional resilience needed for long-term success. Having lived and worked across multiple cultures, I value diverse perspectives that fosters inclusion and makes everyone feel understood and valued.
Mentoring Strengths:
Multicultural connect
Emotional maturity/character
Other: Education & Academics
Augustine Jesson
Jason Quirk
Mentor Profile:
I’m 21 years old. I work for Hobby Lobby. I love God and I love people. My goal for this program is to encourage all men on how to lead by example God’s plan he has for us!
Mentoring Strengths:
Multicultural connect
Bible consistency
Leadership development
Work-life balance
Jason Quirk
John Oliveira
Mentor Profile:
Self employed rep of 25 years, father of 3 adult children now.
Mentoring Strengths:
Multicultural connect
Emotional maturity/character
Finance/Investments
John Oliveira
Pastor Bruno D'Innocenzo
Mentor Profile:
Pastor
Mentoring Strengths:
Fatherhood
Bible consistency
Work-life balance
Multicultural connect
Prayer & Spiritual Disciplines
Pastor Bruno D'Innocenzo
Marcos Yepez
Mentor Profile:
I'm a people's person. I have a social work background and whenever I can use those skills or gifts to wins souls for the Kingdom of God then I'm your guy.
Mentoring Strengths:
Adventure & Fun
Multicultural connect
Marcos Yepez
Mathew Ratnam
Mentor Profile:
Husband, father, and servant of Jesus, devoted to the Lord and passionate about leading people to Christ and making a lasting impact in the marketplace. I believe that as children of God we are not called to live defeated lives, but to stand firm in the midst of every battle and demonstrate to the world that our loving Father has predestined us to be difference-makers
Mentoring Strengths:
Prayer & Spiritual Disciplines
Fatherhood
Emotional maturity/character
Leadership development
Mathew Ratnam
Ariel Mojena
Mentor Profile:
I’m a husband and father who’s still learning – sometimes slowly – what it looks like to love well, lead with humility, and live out my faith at home first. I often describe myself as a Christian under construction, growing through experiences (sometimes painful), reflection, and relying on God’s grace along the way.
Mentoring Strengths:
Marriage mentoring
Fatherhood
Emotional maturity/character