Marilyn Escoto, Pastor of Elmhurst Learning Center

Marilyn serves as Pastor and Director of Elmhurst Learning Center. She was ordained into the gospel ministry in February of 2003. She has been serving in this ministry since September of 1988.

Marilyn’s vision for the school is to see children trained up to become powerful leaders and disciples of Jesus Christ who will impact their communities and world. The school fosters good moral values, integrity, a high regard for others and for self. The school strives to develop children who excel in character along with imparting a vision of excellence to the children – teaching the children that “…all things are possible with God,” (Mark 10:27) giving them the understanding that there is no limit to what they can become or accomplish with great perseverance and God on their side.

Marilyn has a passion to see hurting families restored and transformed by the love and power of God. To aid this process of restoring families she enjoys encouraging parents to engage in parenting classes, Steps of Grace -our recovery program, communication seminars and our marriage counseling services offered by Pastor John Nielsen.

Marilyn’s other passion is seeing God’s word brought to life through the arts and drama. In 1986 she founded Revelation Drama Ministry. Through this ministry she has had the opportunity to see the Lord reach many souls and touch many hearts throughout the years via this venue. It is Marilyn’s desire to continue to write songs, plays, and books that will make a difference in the lives of many. Currently Marilyn is in the process of publishing one of her children’s books.

Marilyn is the proud mother of five adult children, a daughter and four sons; grandmother of eight grandchildren…three girls and five boys. Marilyn enjoys cooking and spending time with her family when ever possible.

As a part of the pastoral staff, Marilyn is available to meet the needs of God’s people by performing weddings, funerals, counseling and speaking engagements.