Church Staff and Elders


  • James Shoemake

    Senior Pastor

    James completed his education in Theology and Ministry from Howard Payne University. He is a leader who is ready to teach and guide people along in their faith and relationship with Jesus.  He is the husband of Brittany Shoemake since 2009. He is a father of three wonderful children, Ezekiel, Aryana, and Malachi. He enjoys building relationships and lending an ear to anyone who has a story to share.  James loves to meet people where they are in life and show how their story meshes with God’s story. His hobbies include hiking, rock climbing, disc golf, and chess.

  • Jonathan RomÁn

    Associate Pastor/Worship Leader

    Jon attended UTEP for his Bachelor's degree and completed his Master's in Theological Studies at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has been married to his wife Stacie since 2016 and together they have two beautiful daughters. Having been raised in El Paso, Jon feels called to serve and to love the surrounding community.

  • Grace Taylor

    Children's Ministry Director

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  • Christina Alaniz

    Office Administrator

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  • Rob AYers

    Lay Elder

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  • John Rider

    Lay elder

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