Erwin McManus facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Erwin McManus
McManus in 2021
Born	Irving Rafael Mesa-Cardona (1958-08-28) August 28, 1958 (age 66) San Salvador, El Salvador
Nationality	Salvadorian, American
Occupation	Pastor, author, public speaker

Erwin Raphael McManus (born August 28, 1958) is a well-known author, filmmaker, and fashion designer. He is also the main pastor of Mosaic, a large church in Los Angeles. Erwin often speaks about modern ideas, Christianity, culture, and how people change and grow.

About Erwin's Early Life

Erwin Raphael McManus was born as Irving Rafael Mesa-Cardona in San Salvador, El Salvador. He spent his first few years living with his grandparents. Later, he and his brother Alex moved to the United States to join their mother.

He grew up on the East Coast of the U.S. He lived mainly in Miami, Florida, but also spent time in Queens, New York, and Raleigh, North Carolina. The name McManus came from his mother's second marriage. It was not his legal name at first, but he made it official when he became an adult.

Erwin's Education Journey

Erwin first studied philosophy at Elon University. He then moved to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned a degree in psychology. He later received his master's degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas. He also has an honorary doctorate degree from Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida.

Erwin is married to Kim, and they have three children.

Becoming a Christian Minister

While studying for his master's degree, McManus started two churches in Dallas/Fort Worth. He worked with people living in poorer city areas. From 1990 to 1993, he was a city planner for Dallas. He helped think about the city's future and how it would grow.

In 1993, he moved his family to Los Angeles. There, he became the senior pastor of The Church on Brady in East Los Angeles. He later changed its name to Mosaic. Since the 1990s, McManus has worked with the Leadership Network. He also teaches at Bethel Seminary.

Mosaic Church and Its Growth

As the lead pastor of Mosaic, McManus speaks at many Sunday gatherings in Hollywood, California. Mosaic Church has grown and opened several locations. These include campuses in Hollywood, Venice, Pasadena, Orange County, and Seattle.

McManus has used tools like the Myers-Briggs personality test and Gallup's Strengths Finder in his church. These tools help people understand their personalities and strengths. He is also an advisor for the Awaken Group, a company that helps organizations change and improve.

Erwin as a Motivational Speaker

McManus speaking in July 2019

Erwin McManus is a popular motivational speaker. He has given talks for many big companies. These include Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies, as well as Nike, HYPEBEAST, Sony, Fox News, Apple, Liberty University, and TED.

He speaks about many topics. These include how to make organizations better, culture, community, fairness, leadership, and finding inspiration. He also shares ideas about the future and spirituality. For each public speaking event, he is paid between $20,000 and $30,000.

Books Written by Erwin McManus

McManus has written fourteen books. Here are some of them:

• An Unstoppable Force: Daring to Become the Church God Had in Mind (June 1, 2001)
• Uprising: A Revolution of the Soul (September 4, 2003)
• The Barbarian Way: Unleash the Untamed Faith Within (February 10, 2005)
• Chasing Daylight: Seize the Power of Every Moment (January 10, 2006)
• Stand Against the Wind: Fuel for the Revolution of Your Soul (February 14, 2006)
• Seizing Your Divine Moment (June 30, 2006)
• Soul Cravings (November 14, 2006)
• Wide Awake (July 1, 2008)
• The Artisan Soul: Crafting Your Life Into A Work Of Art (February 25, 2014)
• The Last Arrow: Save Nothing for the Next Life (September 5, 2017)
• The Way of the Warrior: An Ancient Path to Inner Peace (February 26, 2019)
• The Genius of Jesus: The Man Who Changed Everything (September 14, 2021)
• Mind Shift: It doesn't take a genius to think like one (October 3, 2023)

Erwin as a Filmmaker

Since 2004, McManus has worked in the film industry. He has taken on many roles, like writing, directing, and producing. He also started companies in both the fashion and film industries.

In 2013, McManus Studios had to close down. Investors stopped providing money for the business. McManus took out loans to make sure his employees were paid and that projects were finished.

In 2020, McManus launched a TV show called McManus. It aired on Trinity Broadcasting Network's Hillsong Channel. On the show, Erwin and his son Aaron McManus talk with a group of young adults about important and current topics.

Selected Film Projects