The name Jordan Taylor Christ is associated with several different individuals and accounts in the provided material, including a Christian testimony, a Portland criminal case, and unrelated profiles and obituaries. These accounts should not be treated as one biography without additional identifying information.
One account describes Jordan Taylor as a woman who left New Age spirituality and occult practices after becoming a Christian. Another identifies 30-year-old Jordan Taylor Christ as a suspect in a fatal assault at a TriMet MAX station in Portland. Other sections concern Jordan Taylor Poore, Jordan Richard Taylor, and Jordan C Taylor, who are different people.
Jordan Taylor’s Christian testimony
Jordan Taylor was entrenched in the New Age for more than ten years. She practiced witchcraft, performed spells, was a tarot card reader, and enrolled in classes to sharpen her psychic abilities. She was a certified Reiki master and yoga teacher.
She used crystals as a means of healing, protecting, and manifesting. She worshiped nature and worked with goddesses. She found her spirit guides and let them lead the course of her life. She believed she created her reality and was her god, controlling her life.
But she grappled with darkness, deception, and a yearning for more…until she had an encounter with God. Jordan Taylor first shared her testimony of giving her life to Christ on Facebook, which went viral. She then turned that post into an article for the Gospel Coalition.
Childhood, anger, and a search for purpose
“Asked me why I was there, and I said, I'm angry,” Jordan exclaimed. “I walk around feeling like this ball of fire and I'm just so angry at everyone. I can't remember if I've ever felt happy…and so that's why I'm here…”
Jordan Taylor was 19 years old when she walked into a therapist’s office. She grew up neglected and felt like she was never loved by her mom or dad. This led to her feeling constantly angry and lost.
“She was absent.” She explained. “I remember wanting to be with her, hang out with her, and wanting her to be at my things at school…But it was very rare that she would make an appearance. I felt hurt and I couldn't understand why this would happen. There must be some kind of purpose.”
Entry into New Age spirituality
Her therapist suggested she start yoga where she experienced more than just peace of mind - she found acceptance and love in the world of new age.
“I knew there was something bigger than me. I felt like I was here for a purpose.” Jordan stated. “I made it this far for some reason I didn't know why. So, when I started digging into New Age spirituality, it affirmed that.”
For the next 13 years Jordan continued to explore. By her thirties she was fully immersed in the occult.
“As time went by, it got deeper and deeper to the point where, I was performing rituals and casting spells and doing witchcraft.” She spoke. “So, it went from something really small to something really big.”
Depression, anxiety, and spiritual distress
Believing she had found her purpose, Jordan quit her job in 2019 to devote all her time and energy to the practice and pursuit of spirituality. What she didn’t count on, was the depression, anxiety, and torment that came with it.
“Because I was interacting with what I thought were my spirit guides, I was calling them in and calling on them. If I was praying or meditating, I was calling these demons in. I was also having sleep paralysis episodes. During my sleep paralysis, I would see things and hear things, but I couldn't move or speak…it was just demonic.” She stated.
“In that moment, I just felt like this was my normal now and it felt like, well, these things happen, and I didn't feel like it was because of me…it was just…this was my world.”
Encounter with Christianity
The following year she started dating a guy who shared many of her beliefs. A couple of months later, his brother died unexpectedly and soon after, he told Jordan he’d had a dream about his brother showing him that he was with Jesus, happy and at peace.
Her boyfriend gave his life to Christ and turned from the occult, but she wanted nothing to do with his new faith. One night, he convinced her to watch a movie about Jesus called, A Son of God.
“All of a sudden, I felt like it was just me watching this movie, and I had this overwhelming feeling come over me. It was this overwhelming feeling of love that I had never felt before. My whole life I'd been searching for love, and I felt it. It was so overwhelming that I was weeping and I'd never cried the way I cried in that moment.” She spoke.
“It was right after that I remember getting on my knees and just repenting for all of the things I did in New Age and telling Jesus that I accepted him and that I wanted more and more and more of him.”
Life after conversion
Now instead of anger, depression, and anxiety, Jordan felt love and purpose. She got rid of everything from her old lifestyle - including her therapist and began living her life for Christ.
She even shared her testimony on Facebook where it went viral! In time, Jordan forgave her mother, who also gave her life to Jesus. Today, Jordan lives in the freedom, love, and forgiveness that can only come through faith in Jesus Christ.
“Who I was before Christ, I was angry at everyone and everything. I was depressed, prideful, self-righteous. I thought that I knew all of the answers and I was very stubborn and closed off. Now after Christ, I have a love that is different. I thought I loved people before, but now I care so much about people and their souls and people knowing who Jesus is and knowing the truth. I'm much lighter and more peaceful. I did not have any peace before but now I have so much peace and so much hope where I was hopeless before.”
Jordan Taylor Christ in the Portland criminal case
PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) - A man who was seriously injured early Thursday morning by an assault at a TriMet MAX station died on Friday afternoon in the hospital, according to the Portland Police Bureau.
Also on Friday, suspect 30-year-old Jordan Taylor Christ appeared in court for his arraignment on charges of second-degree assault, theft, carrying a concealed weapon and possession of methamphetamine.
According to an affidavit obtained by FOX 12, Portland police say the assault was an unprovoked attack, which took place at the Convention Center MAX station just before 6 a.m.
Video surveillance shows Christ walking over to 67-year-old James Elliott, winding up and striking Elliott once in the head or face area. Elliott can be seen falling backward and then lying still.
Paramedics said he was bleeding from the head area, unconscious but breathing. He was rushed to Emanuel Hospital, where he later died.
Arrest and investigation
The suspect, Christ, appeared to be under the influence of an unknown substance at the time of the crime, according to police. Christ has a long and lengthy criminal history in the area dating back more than a decade, including 24 arrests and six involving assault.
Police said they found and detained Christ within an hour because TriMet security staff found and shared a suspect description. Then, a TriMet supervisor spotted the suspect about a block south of the scene and notified police.
On Thursday, a PPB spokesperson said homicide detectives were working on the investigation due to the seriousness of the victim’s injuries.
“Doctors are working hard on it, but because of the severity of the injuries, it was appropriate for the homicide unit to respond,” the PPB spokesperson said. “The process of a homicide investigation is really more detailed than almost every other type of investigation we do, because every step of the way will be potentially scrutinized in court.”
Transit safety response
Both directions of Northeast Holladay Street were closed between Northeast Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Northeast 2nd Avenue while officers investigated the scene.
“This is a really saddening incident. Just a senseless act of violence, violence has no place in Trimet, and we’re so grateful for the quick response of law enforcement in apprehending the suspects and our hearts go out to the victims and his loved ones and his family,” a TriMet spokesperson said.
“We’re going to continue to be working very closely with law enforcement to ensure this person is brought to justice and is prosecuted to the full extent of the law.”
A TriMet spokesperson also said on Friday that security teams would be doing extra patrols in the area for a while.
A spokesperson for the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office noted that overall, crimes connected to TriMet platforms or vehicles have decreased over the last three years.
“TriMet serves over a million users a year,” the MCSO spokespersons said. “While we are making strides on increasing safety in the TriMet system, we understand the feeling of safety is very personal to every individual and the perception in the public may not align with what the data shows.”
TriMet riders who spoke with FOX 12 said it’s a reminder to always be paying attention when out in public spaces.
“I do think it’s part of living in a city inherently; you’re going to be around people and that comes with risk,” a TriMet rider said. “It’s not surprising, but I don’t see that here all the time, I think there are worse routes,” said Tayler Larreau, another TriMet rider.
Commuters also said that while they have felt a continued security presence, it could be stronger, along with an emphasis on city policies designed to keep dangerous repeat offenders off the streets.
“More police or even security, to be honest, like if there were at least a security guard hanging around every train, at least one, I would feel a little more like people actually care,” Larreau said.
“I would love to see there be more of a solution for people who have a consistent track record building up of like, ‘you just can’t, people are not safe around you.’”
Information requested by police
Anyone with information about the assault and has not yet spoken with police should contact Detective Matt Brown at 503-823-0859 or Detective Scott Broughton at 503-823-3774 and reference case number 25-190435.
Jordan Taylor Poore
Jordan Taylor Poore passed away on May 18, 2026, at the age of 43. Born on June 29, 1982, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Jordan spent part of his early childhood in Idaho and Utah before moving to California with his family in 1986.
He grew up in Corona, where he built deep friendships and lasting connections, and a life centered on family and community. Known to many as JT, to some as JP, Jordan became known for his contagious laugh, quick sense of humor, and natural ability to make people feel welcome and important.
Whether through a story, a joke, or simply his presence, people were drawn to him. He had an effortless charm and a way of turning ordinary moments into memorable ones.
Family and personality
Above everything else, Jordan loved being a father to his daughters, Presley and Audrey. Spending time with his girls brought him genuine happiness and pride, and they remained at the center of his heart throughout his life.
Jordan is survived by his daughters, Audrey Poore and Presley Poore; father, Michael Poore; mother, Janiece Orton; stepmother, Brenda Poore; spouse, Erin Poore; brothers, Jacob Poore and Andrew Poore; sisters, Jessica Sayre and Lauren Poore; step brothers, Garrett Finamore and Rudolph Finamore III; step sister, Camryn Rohaly; and countless close friends who became his extended family over the course of his life.
Career and interests
Jordan worked in the banking industry for more than twenty years with Citizens Business Bank, where he served in multiple roles, including as a teller at the Corona branch and later in Fraud Prevention at the Ontario headquarters.
He built many lasting friendships throughout his career and was well known for bringing humor and personality wherever he went. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed snowboarding, golfing, camping, hiking, and simply being outside, soaking up the sunshine.
In his younger years, he was active in Boy Scouts and played youth baseball for many years. He was a loyal fan of the Los Angeles Angels and the Los Angeles Kings and could always be counted on to talk sports with friends and family.
He also loved music, especially 311, backyard BBQs on sunny afternoons, and spending time surrounded by the people he cared about.
Animals held a special place in Jordan’s heart throughout his life. One of his earliest jobs was at PetSmart, and his cats became loyal companions over the years, especially Lincoln, who passed away a couple of years ago, and Willow, who remained by his side.
Education and faith
Jordan graduated from Corona High School in 2000, where he built many lifelong friendships and became known for his outgoing personality, sense of humor, and natural charisma.
He had a large circle of friends, many of whom he’s still close to, and was someone people naturally gravitated toward. Jordan had a strong faith in Jesus Christ and was baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
While life led him down many paths, his faith in God and the Plan of Salvation remained close to him. It was not uncommon to find a photo of Jesus, the Book of Mormon, or the Bible resting on the tables throughout his home, quiet reminders of beliefs that continued to matter deeply to him.
Memorial arrangements
A public viewing will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (1123 S Lincoln Ave, Corona, CA 92882).
Funeral services will be held the same day from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. A procession and private graveside service for family and invited guests will follow at Pierce Brothers Crestlawn Memorial Park (11500 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA 92505) beginning at 12:30 p.m.
The chapel portion of the service will also be streamed on Zoom from 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM at Meeting ID: 83013734545. Passcode: 062982.
Those who knew Jordan will remember his laughter, his stories, his humor, and the way he made people feel seen and valued. He loved deeply, lived socially, and brought warmth and personality into every room he entered.
He leaves behind stories, laughter, and people who will carry him with them always.
Jordan Richard Taylor
It is with the deepest sadness that the family of Jordan Richard Taylor announce his passing. Jordan will be so missed but forever remembered by his family.
Loving husband of Kristina Taylor (nee Sanders); beloved son of Ronald Taylor and Adrianne (Wayne) Elrod; dearest son-in-law of Kim Jacobs and Jay Bagley; dear brother of Krystal (Craig) Proctor, and Katelyn (Mike) Sulya, brother-in-law of D.J. Sanders, Damien Sanders, and Nate Bagley; step-sister of Amanda (Nathan) Andres; grandson of Richard and Carol Daniels, and the late Julie Ponder; uncle of Nora, James and Eloise Proctor, Adrianna Sulya, Makena Sanders, and Jax and Evie Andres.
Our dear nephew, cousin and friend of many. Although our Jordy was with us for only 32 years, his impact on the world was immeasurable.
Community and service
He touched the lives of so many, and the void left by his loss will be felt by all who knew him. Jordan was a collector of people.
From childhood friends he remained close with through the years to those he served alongside in the US Marine Forces Special Operations Command to his companions in the BASE jumping community, his fellow officers as a St. Louis City cop, and colleagues in his work as a software engineer.
Jordan’s circle was vast, diverse, and full of love. He had an infectious personality and smile that drew people in, and his ability to light up any room with his humor, warmth, and genuine kindness made him the life of the party.
Jordan was a compassionate, considerate, and thoughtful soul, always putting others before himself. Whether offering a listening ear or a helping hand, he made a difference in the lives of so many.
He was always the most handsome man in any room, but it was his ability to care deeply, to inspire loyalty, and to make others feel seen - that will be his lasting legacy.
Though we wish Jordan could have seen himself through our eyes, we are thankful for the years we had with him and for the love he gave so freely.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the 22 Jumps Project ( an organization Jordan passionately supported. It is a cause that reflected his commitment to helping others and honoring the veterans who struggled in silence.
Jordan’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be missed more than words can express, but his spirit will remain with us forever.
Funeral information
Funeral service from KUTIS CITY CHAPEL, 2906 Gravois Rd. on Tuesday, November 19, 11:30 a.m. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Visitation Monday 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Kutis City Chapel.
Jordan C Taylor and the “All Style” dance project
Left: Christian Brown, photo credit: Sade Finn. Jordan C Taylor on the right, photo credit Kevin Lorenzi.
2023 grant amount: $13,330 over two years. This grant supports "All Style," a captivating travelogue show featuring award-winning Pittsburgh dancer Christian Brown.
In the pilot episode, Christian immerses himself in various Pittsburgh dance communities to learn ballroom, hip hop and West African styles. This web series will be pitched to streaming services and is modeled after an "Anthony Bourdain style" travelogue show.
Instead of visiting restaurants or historical sites, the show's focus is on exploring three different dance communities in a new city every episode. With each installment, viewers will learn 3 different dance styles alongside Christian, who will interview people involved in those communities.
"The show has the potential to inspire anyone who is passionate about dance," says Jordan C Taylor, producer, director, writer and editor of the show.
"It showcases Black talent and communities and highlights Black faces in dance scenes that are not typically viewed as African American. It is a unique program that will appeal to dance enthusiasts and those interested in cultural exploration."
The show's host and point person is Christian Brown, a rising star in the dance world. The camera operators are Di-ay Battad and Andy Esper, who have both agreed to shoot.
The pilot episode will feature three different dance communities in Pittsburgh, including "Level up Studios" in Garfield with Mario Quinn, "Arthur Murry Pittsburgh" in Downtown with David Geidel, and "Sankofa Village for the Arts" in Homewood with Toddja Thornhill.
