Episode 58 with David Menjivar, Pastor and Entrepreneur

In this episode, we had a wonderful conversation with David Menjivar, a pastor and entrepreneur based on the North Fork. David shared his ancestry and childhood experiences growing up in El Salvador, as well as his educational journey. He recounted his move to San Salvador and reflected on the profound impact of the Salvadorian Civil War on his country and region in the post-war period. David also spoke about his father moving to the North Fork for work while David was still in El Salvador. He described his own decision to move to the North Fork later on, initially working in landscaping and restaurants, and his early impressions of the area. We delved into his choice to relocate permanently, bringing his family over, and his career progression in the restaurant industry, eventually becoming a chef and starting his own business and purchasing Amazing Flavors in Greenport. Our discussion also covered David's faith and his role in transforming the East Marion Community Church into MQV Church, Iglesia Más Que Vencedores, where he now serves as pastor. We touched on the Hispanic community on the North Fork, the challenges they face, and the importance of community integration. Finally, David reflected on his journey, what he has accomplished, and the achievements of his children.