Volunteers

Gus & Holly Silguero Vida en Español Pastor \| Email	Gus Silguero has been at Life Church for over 20 years and as a soul-winner, teaching Bible studies has been a consistent part of his life. In 2002 he became the Pastor of Vida en Español and they are a rapidly, growing community of spirit-filled believers. He’s married to Holly and has two sons, Joseph and Daniel.



Franklin & Britani Moses For Life/Lifecore Director \| Email	Franklin and his wife, Britani, have been the "For Life" pastors for 4 years at Life. Both Franklin and Britani are administrators in local school districts. Franklin has a Masters in Educational Leadership, and Britani has a Doctorate in Educational Leadership. Franklin has served in church ministry for over 17 years. Their mission is to prepare, empower and encourage couples in the growth necessary for a healthy marriage.



David & Christi Deiss KidzLife Pastors \| Email	David Deiss and his wife Christi, have been involved with the KidzLife ministry at Life Church for many years. David became the KidzLife Pastor in 2007. His passion for children is unmistakable, and he is a true kid at heart. He finds great joy in helping children spiritually grow, develop and find their place in the Kingdom of God. Along with Christi and their amazing team of workers, he makes KidzLife the place to be on Sunday mornings!!



Jeff & Tami Gatewood Wildlife 6th Grade \| Email	Jeff Gatewood, along with his wife Tami, took on the responsibility of leading the WildLife group at Life Church, October 2011. WildLife is a place for 6th graders to find their place, not only at church, but in their ever changing environment; and The Gatewood's do an exceptional job in leading them. Jeff is still active military in the U.S. Army and knows the challenges our youth face.



Kenny & Lisa Pierce Journey (College & Career) \| Email	Marion and Marty McKnight and Kenny and Lisa Pierce have been active members of Life Church for over twenty years. As educators and business professionals, the McKnights and the Pierces enjoy sharing their experience and wisdom gained through serving God in the workplace and community with young professionals. Marion, Vice-President of Operations for a systems and design company, has a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, and Marty, with a Master in Educational Leadership, is an assistant principal of an elementary school in Alvin. Kenny is Vice-President of a granite and marble company, and Lisa, with a Bachelor of Arts in Music and English, teaches at a high school in Pearland. Both couples believe that Christians are called to serve God with, not only our hearts, souls, and minds, but also with all our abilities and talents. The McKnights and Pierces are committed to helping young adults find direction and purpose for their lives through developing a relationship with God.



Marion and Marty McKnight Journey (College & Career \| Email	Marion and Marty McKnight and Kenny and Lisa Pierce have been active members of Life Church for over twenty years. As educators and business professionals, the McKnights and the Pierces enjoy sharing their experience and wisdom gained through serving God in the workplace and community with young professionals. Marion, Vice-President of Operations for a systems and design company, has a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, and Marty, with a Master in Educational Leadership, is an assistant principal of an elementary school in Alvin. Kenny is Vice-President of a granite and marble company, and Lisa, with a Bachelor of Arts in Music and English, teaches at a high school in Pearland. Both couples believe that Christians are called to serve God with, not only our hearts, souls, and minds, but also with all our abilities and talents. The McKnights and Pierces are committed to helping young adults find direction and purpose for their lives through developing a relationship with God.



Doug & Melissa Moore Discover Life Director \| Email	Growing up in Life Church, Doug has been involved in various ministries his entire life. Doug, and his wife, Melissa, are now involved in teaching Discover Life classes, which help participants learn how they can Belong, Grow, Reach and Serve. They have 2 teenaged children, Brianna and Chandler. Discover Life Coordinator \| Information



Jeff Cross Lead Usher \| Email	Jeff Cross began attending Life during his Junior & Senior years as a student at Life Christian Academy. A career move took him away for a season but he returned in 1999 with his wonderful wife, Lisa, and daughter, Arynn. Jeff’s career in the corporate world of Human Resources & Safety Coordination, and his passion to be involved and serve his church led him to the role as an Usher. Jeff assumed the role as Lead Usher in 2005 and along with his team of men have dedicated their lives as “ doorkeepers in the house of God.” Jeff and Lisa also coordinate our annual 4th of July Celebration and make sure that it is done with a bang!



Jay & Cindy Melton Celebrate Recovery Director \| Email	After living a life of challenges that involved alcoholism, Jay gave his life to Christ and has now been alcohol free for 24+ years. He has worked around Life Church in many volunteer capacities and for the last 5 years he helped direct an alcohol/chemical recovery program. In April 2011, he became the Director of Celebrate Recovery which helps people with their "hurts, habits and hang-ups". Along with his wife Cindy, they are passionate to help others in the community who struggle with these same challenges. Jay and Cindy have 2 beautiful daughters, Hannah and Bethany.



Christi Dhaemers Lil' Kidz Life Director \| Email	Christi truly enjoys working with children and it shows in her efforts. She loves working with the 2-5’s and believes that the love of Jesus should be put into their minds and hearts at a young age. Christi and her team make the children’s learning experience fun and exciting for all. She holds a degree in Christian Education and has been involved in children’s ministry on foreign fields and loves incorporating puppet ministry into Lil’ Kidz Life.\| Information



Wesley and Carla Swanson Deaf Ministry \| Email	Wesley is a licensed deaf minister who also works as a vocational rehabilitation counselor for the state of Texas. He teaches the Deaf class here at Life, evangelizes and serves as the Central coordinator for Deaf ministry in the U.S. Wesley also teaches an annual Training Seminar for leaders of Deaf ministry who wish to enter ministry and leadership. Wesley has been involved in Deaf ministry since 1986. Carla is a sign language interpreter who is certified by the state of Texas and holds the court interpreter certificate as well as the level 3, and advanced certificates. She is also nationally certified holding the NIC. Carla interprets the services in sign language, teaches sign classes and has been involved in Deaf Ministry since 1982.

Gus & Holly Silguero Vida en Español Pastor \| Email	Gus Silguero has been at Life Church for over 20 years and as a soul-winner, teaching Bible studies has been a consistent part of his life. In 2002 he became the Pastor of Vida en Español and they are a rapidly, growing community of spirit-filled believers. He’s married to Holly and has two sons, Joseph and Daniel.



Franklin & Britani Moses For Life/Lifecore Director \| Email	Franklin and his wife, Britani, have been the "For Life" pastors for 4 years at Life. Both Franklin and Britani are administrators in local school districts. Franklin has a Masters in Educational Leadership, and Britani has a Doctorate in Educational Leadership. Franklin has served in church ministry for over 17 years. Their mission is to prepare, empower and encourage couples in the growth necessary for a healthy marriage.



David & Christi Deiss KidzLife Pastors \| Email	David Deiss and his wife Christi, have been involved with the KidzLife ministry at Life Church for many years. David became the KidzLife Pastor in 2007. His passion for children is unmistakable, and he is a true kid at heart. He finds great joy in helping children spiritually grow, develop and find their place in the Kingdom of God. Along with Christi and their amazing team of workers, he makes KidzLife the place to be on Sunday mornings!!



Jeff & Tami Gatewood Wildlife 6th Grade \| Email	Jeff Gatewood, along with his wife Tami, took on the responsibility of leading the WildLife group at Life Church, October 2011. WildLife is a place for 6th graders to find their place, not only at church, but in their ever changing environment; and The Gatewood's do an exceptional job in leading them. Jeff is still active military in the U.S. Army and knows the challenges our youth face.



Kenny & Lisa Pierce Journey (College & Career) \| Email	Marion and Marty McKnight and Kenny and Lisa Pierce have been active members of Life Church for over twenty years. As educators and business professionals, the McKnights and the Pierces enjoy sharing their experience and wisdom gained through serving God in the workplace and community with young professionals. Marion, Vice-President of Operations for a systems and design company, has a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, and Marty, with a Master in Educational Leadership, is an assistant principal of an elementary school in Alvin. Kenny is Vice-President of a granite and marble company, and Lisa, with a Bachelor of Arts in Music and English, teaches at a high school in Pearland. Both couples believe that Christians are called to serve God with, not only our hearts, souls, and minds, but also with all our abilities and talents. The McKnights and Pierces are committed to helping young adults find direction and purpose for their lives through developing a relationship with God.



Marion and Marty McKnight Journey (College & Career \| Email	Marion and Marty McKnight and Kenny and Lisa Pierce have been active members of Life Church for over twenty years. As educators and business professionals, the McKnights and the Pierces enjoy sharing their experience and wisdom gained through serving God in the workplace and community with young professionals. Marion, Vice-President of Operations for a systems and design company, has a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, and Marty, with a Master in Educational Leadership, is an assistant principal of an elementary school in Alvin. Kenny is Vice-President of a granite and marble company, and Lisa, with a Bachelor of Arts in Music and English, teaches at a high school in Pearland. Both couples believe that Christians are called to serve God with, not only our hearts, souls, and minds, but also with all our abilities and talents. The McKnights and Pierces are committed to helping young adults find direction and purpose for their lives through developing a relationship with God.



Doug & Melissa Moore Discover Life Director \| Email	Growing up in Life Church, Doug has been involved in various ministries his entire life. Doug, and his wife, Melissa, are now involved in teaching Discover Life classes, which help participants learn how they can Belong, Grow, Reach and Serve. They have 2 teenaged children, Brianna and Chandler. Discover Life Coordinator \| Information



Jeff Cross Lead Usher \| Email	Jeff Cross began attending Life during his Junior & Senior years as a student at Life Christian Academy. A career move took him away for a season but he returned in 1999 with his wonderful wife, Lisa, and daughter, Arynn. Jeff’s career in the corporate world of Human Resources & Safety Coordination, and his passion to be involved and serve his church led him to the role as an Usher. Jeff assumed the role as Lead Usher in 2005 and along with his team of men have dedicated their lives as “ doorkeepers in the house of God.” Jeff and Lisa also coordinate our annual 4th of July Celebration and make sure that it is done with a bang!



Jay & Cindy Melton Celebrate Recovery Director \| Email	After living a life of challenges that involved alcoholism, Jay gave his life to Christ and has now been alcohol free for 24+ years. He has worked around Life Church in many volunteer capacities and for the last 5 years he helped direct an alcohol/chemical recovery program. In April 2011, he became the Director of Celebrate Recovery which helps people with their "hurts, habits and hang-ups". Along with his wife Cindy, they are passionate to help others in the community who struggle with these same challenges. Jay and Cindy have 2 beautiful daughters, Hannah and Bethany.



Christi Dhaemers Lil' Kidz Life Director \| Email	Christi truly enjoys working with children and it shows in her efforts. She loves working with the 2-5’s and believes that the love of Jesus should be put into their minds and hearts at a young age. Christi and her team make the children’s learning experience fun and exciting for all. She holds a degree in Christian Education and has been involved in children’s ministry on foreign fields and loves incorporating puppet ministry into Lil’ Kidz Life.\| Information



Wesley and Carla Swanson Deaf Ministry \| Email	Wesley is a licensed deaf minister who also works as a vocational rehabilitation counselor for the state of Texas. He teaches the Deaf class here at Life, evangelizes and serves as the Central coordinator for Deaf ministry in the U.S. Wesley also teaches an annual Training Seminar for leaders of Deaf ministry who wish to enter ministry and leadership. Wesley has been involved in Deaf ministry since 1986. Carla is a sign language interpreter who is certified by the state of Texas and holds the court interpreter certificate as well as the level 3, and advanced certificates. She is also nationally certified holding the NIC. Carla interprets the services in sign language, teaches sign classes and has been involved in Deaf Ministry since 1982.

Volunteers

Gus & Holly Silguero

Franklin & Britani Moses

David & Christi Deiss

Jeff & Tami Gatewood

Kenny & Lisa Pierce

Marion and Marty McKnight

Doug & Melissa Moore

Jeff Cross

Jay & Cindy Melton

Christi Dhaemers

Wesley and Carla Swanson