08/27/2026
⭐️ Staff Spotlight ⭐️
This summer, we celebrate three incredible members of the Mission San Juan Capistrano team — Liz, Daniel, and Corie — as they reach important milestones in their years of service to the Mission. We are so grateful for their commitment, passion, and the countless ways they contribute to the Mission.
Each day, our staff work behind the scenes and on the front line to preserve, share, and celebrate the Mission’s history. Through their expertise and dedication, they help bring this historic and sacred landmark to life.
⭐ Liz Acevedo ~ 15 years
“Liz has been part of the Mission for 15 years, and her warmth and genuine care have made a lasting impression on so many of us,” said Executive Director Mechelle Lawrence Adams. “Through her years in the Mission Store and front-line operations, Liz has built meaningful relationships with our members and guests and has become a familiar, welcoming face at the Mission. Her connection here is especially meaningful because her father, Francisco, was also part of the Mission family. We are grateful for all she has given over these 15 years.”
⭐ Daniel Ceballos ~ 10 years
“Daniel has been a steady and dependable part of the Mission for 10 years, and we are so pleased to celebrate this milestone with him,” said Executive Director Mechelle Lawrence Adams. “Daniel is someone we can count on. He takes pride in his work, cares for the Mission’s facilities with consistency and attention, and brings a reliable presence to our team. Congratulations, Daniel, and thank you for a decade of service!”
⭐ Corie Hoeppner ~ 5 years
“Five years with Corie is a wonderful milestone to celebrate,” said Executive Director Mechelle Lawrence Adams. “As Operations Director, Corie leads our front-line teams and Mission Store with a calm, thoughtful, and steady hand. She brings professionalism and genuine care to all she does, and we are deeply grateful for the dedication she has shown over these five years and for the leader she continues to be.”
