Our Team
MARK J. ORNELAS: FOUNDER
Mark J battled porn and lust Starting as young as age 10. He began to experience freedom at the age of 29 and is now 7 years free from the chains of porn and lust. He tours the country using his creative gifts to share his story and , through the Offline membership , mentors men who desire freedom from sexual addiction.
CJ Mateo
CJ Mateo is one of our group leaders, as well as a board member for Offline. CJ is well versed in how to help others overcome the dangers of porn and to walk in healing from lust.
He lives in Sacramento, CA with his wife Samantha and three children, where he works at his local church and owns a couple of local businesses.
CJ’s recovery from porn/lust started in 2017 while in the “Celebrate Recovery” 12-month program. With God’s guidance, therapy, several recovery groups, his close friendship with our founder Mark J. and many others, CJ has been able to be porn-free since 2017.
“I am grateful to be a part of the Offline team and looking forward to walking alongside you guys any way I can.” CJ Mateo
CHRISTIAN PEREZ
In addition to being a board member, Christian Perez leads our online group. Christian knows all too well the damage of addiction. With the experience of overcoming his battle with drugs and alcohol almost 10yrs ago, and walking in freedom from porn, Christian is well-equipped to guide others to freedom as well.
He is attending Talbot School of Theology in La Mirada, where he is the process of attaining his MDiv with an emphasis in counseling. So he can continue in following his calling, by helping those who are in need. We are honored to have him as part of the Offline family.