Gabe Ahn
Gabe Ahn has been life coaching people of all ages and backgrounds for over 27 years. It all started when his parents launched a church in 1994, and Gabe—a natural born leader—decided to invest into young people.
After graduating Azusa Pacific University in 2002, with a Degree in Communications and Christian Ministries, Gabe stepped into a full-time position at his church, and for the next decade, he devoted himself to helping people find their identity, figure out their purpose, and follow their destiny. From 2016 to 2019, Gabe and his lovely wife, Monica, were the Senior Pastors of that same church, serving and leading a congregation of over 1,200 people.
Gabe is well-versed in all types of coaching and mentoring, including children/youth counseling, singles counseling, marriage counseling, and inner-healing, both for groups and for individuals. In addition, he also has developed a specific gift in connecting with and coaching artists and industry professionals, as he himself is called to the Entertainment Industry. Gabe has spent extensive time learning and cultivating his craft as a coach with the ultimate goal of helping people make personal daily choices that lead to positive lasting change.
“I lived in Pasadena, California for about 6 years as an international student from Korea. During my time there, I lived with Gabe Ahn and his family. I can honestly say I would not be who I am without Gabe's mentoring and friendship in my life. As my pastor and discipleship group leader, he taught me what it means to live my life with honesty and humility. He led me by example. Living very closely with him, gave me a passion to be a better man and to love others with an honest and humble heart.”
—Paul Lim
“Gabe Ahn has been one of the greatest leaders and influences in my early twenties. I have had the privilege and honor of gleaning and being poured into by him.“A few of the moments that have marked me the most were those where he did not know anyone was watching. I would see Gabe time and time again display integrity, honor, love, kindness, and respect to everyone he came in contact with. It was not for show or for the praise of man. It was in those moments I began to see what a true leader looks like, and it has shaped who I am today. As I am now approaching my thirties, I see that what I have learned from Gabe now affects the way I lead, honor, love, and care for those around me. I am so grateful that I have personally been poured into by this incredible mentor, leader, coach and friend!”
—Lauren Marcia | Worship Director of Harvest Rock Church
“In 2005, at the age of 30, my life was quickly heading in the wrong direction. I was making some unhealthy choices, and I knew I needed a significant change. That’s when I met Gabe Ahn, when some friends of mine invited me to church service where he was speaking at.“From the beginning, Gabe took me under his wing. He poured into me, mentored me, and loved me like a brother. And now, after 15 years, he continues to support me and believe in me. I am so grateful for the care and the wisdom he offers, as he has consistently encouraged me to slow down and choose what is right, despite how uncomfortable or difficult it may be. One of those choices led me to apply for a job at the same church where I met him, where I am currently a full-time staff member.‘ For anyone needing a positive change in life or wisdom in making the right choices—or just simply a listening ear—I highly recommend the counsel and life coaching of Gabe Ahn.”
—Saul Ruiz | Ambassador Auditorium Staff Member
“I met Gabe in 2015 while completely lost and struggling with suicidal ideologies as a combat veteran who had served in Iraq. Gabe mentored and spiritually coached me for about a year and a half until I was in a real solid place in life. In March of 2017, Gabe helped counsel my wife and I, reconciling our marriage after being divorced for four years.“ I am grateful for Gabe and what he has done to help me change my life around by simply planting a seed in love. As a result of Gabe's mentorship and coaching I've found my passion in life. Today, I currently pastor and mentor military service members, veterans and first responders in the trenches of their struggling lives via personal relationships. I'm also a guest speaker for various mil/vet nonprofits and podcasts. I have become a better man, father, and husband because God used Gabe to jump start my life in the right direction!”
—Marselis Nelson | U.S. Army Veteran