MEET OUR STAFF – ELYON FAMILY CHURCH
At Elyon Family Church we believe that God raises up men and women with a heart willing to serve His work.
Each leader here represents dedication, commitment, and a divine calling to build up the church and extend the Kingdom.
LEAD PASTORS Jorge & Zayra Padrón
General Pastors – In charge of all ministries
Called by God to found Elyon Family Church and lead it under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
God has given them the vision to restore families, make disciples, and build a spiritual house in Harrisonburg where Christ will be glorified.
Their leadership reflects a pastoral heart filled with mercy, revelation, and spiritual strength. They are chosen instruments to bring direction, protection, healing, and growth to the church.
CO-PASTORS Wilbor & Lurbin Gotay
Co-Pastors – In charge of the leaders of the Youth Ministry and Worship Ministry.
God has raised them up as pastors and direct support to the general pastors, with a strong calling to disciple young people and guide the church alongside the pastors to authentic worship.
They are faithful servants with a passion for God's presence and for training the next generation. Their leadership combines excellence, spiritual sensitivity, and commitment to the Kingdom.
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Evangelism Alexis & Mabel Cabrera
Evangelists – Leaders of the Ministry of Evangelism
God uses them to carry the message of salvation, make visits, pray for new people, and ignite the evangelistic fire in the church.
They are bearers of the Good News, passionate about souls, sensitive to the voice of the Spirit, and sent to spread the light of Christ wherever there is need.
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Ministry of Outreach
Emilson Nolasco & Fany de la O
Outreach Ministry Leaders
Responsible for connecting, calling, following up with, and supporting new members who come to the church.
They have a pastoral heart that embraces, affirms, and strengthens. Their ministry reflects the love of Christ that leaves no one behind.
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DISCIPLESHIP
Alvaro Villalobos
Discipleship Ministry Leader
With dedication and wisdom, he teaches the Word and guides believers toward solid and firm growth.
He is a trainer of disciples, a faithful teacher, and an instrument for establishing deep roots in Christ.
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MULTIMEDIA
Jesus Manuel Soto
Leader of the Multimedia Ministry
Responsible for sound, cameras, transmissions and all the technical aspects that help ensure the message is delivered clearly and with excellence.
God uses it so that the light of the gospel can penetrate walls and reach homes, cities, and nations through the media.
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MINISTRY OF KNIGHTS
Raúl Jandres
Pastoral Team – Leader of the Men's Ministry
Raúl is part of the pastoral team and leads this ministry with a deep desire to form men after God's own heart.
A man of spiritual worth, wisdom, and strength. God uses him to raise up priests who will lead their homes with faith, character, and integrity.
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MINISTRY OF KNIGHTS
Juan Padrón
Leadership – Co-Leader of the Men's Ministry
Juan serves with dedication and commitment, supporting the formation of strong men in identity and purpose.
A faithful, constant, and willing leader, called to build men who walk in their divine purpose and in obedience to the Lord.
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MINISTRY OF DEACONS
Alba Martínez
Pastoral Team – Leader of the Deacon Ministry
Alba is part of the pastoral team and leads this ministry with excellence, order and a heart deeply dedicated to service, working together with the leader and member of the pastoral team, Kubbaje.
A woman steadfast in faith, full of grace and devotion. God uses her to strengthen the home, elevate service, and bring spiritual order.
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MINISTRY OF DEACONS
Kubbaje
Pastoral Team – Leader of the Deacon Ministry
She is also part of the pastoral team and works alongside Alba leading a ministry that sustains, serves, and cares for the church.
A faithful servant, sensitive to God's voice and endowed with a generous heart. God has prepared her to be a pillar in His work and an example of service.
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YOUNG ADULTS
Brauly Guerrero & Mariena E. Dos Santos
Leaders of the Young Adult Ministry
They minister to young adults seeking direction, maturity, and purpose in Christ.
God uses them to restore, affirm identity, and guide a generation to live lives centered on God's will.
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PRE-ADOLESCENTS
Amadeo & Deysi Merino
Leaders of the Pre-Teen Youth Ministry
They prepare young hearts with solid teaching, Christian values, and spiritual foundations for their future.
They are sowers of faith, forming generations that will grow strong in the Lord.
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LADIES
Clarissa Mercado
Leader of the Ministry of Women
She serves by building up women of faith, restoring hearts, and empowering lives according to the Word.
It is an instrument of healing, strength, and wisdom to raise up virtuous women in the Kingdom.
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DANCE
Isabel Mancias
Leader of the Dance Ministry
She ministers prophetic worship through dance
God uses it to bring freedom, joy, and the manifestation of His presence through movement and worship.
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MINISTRY OF CHILDREN
Liena Obregón
Leader of the Children's Ministry
Liena serves with dedication in the biblical teaching of children, guiding them in activities, classes and services designed to sow faith from an early age.
A woman of tender heart and steadfast spirit. God uses her to plant eternal seeds in the new generation, raising children secure in their identity and filled with the love of Christ.
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MINISTRY OF CHILDREN
Yaumara Fernández
Leader of the Children's Ministry
Yaumara shares the responsibility of the ministry, teaching, caring for, and training children with creativity, patience, and purpose.
A dedicated and passionate servant of teaching. God has equipped her to instruct children with wisdom, grace, and a pastoral heart that builds up lives from childhood.
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MINISTRY OF INTERCESSION AND PRAYER
Brenda Cruz
Leader of the Ministry of Intercession and Prayer
Brenda leads this ministry that spiritually sustains the church through outcry, spiritual warfare, and constant prayer.
A woman of the altar, full of faith and spiritual authority. God has raised her up as an intercessor to open paths, tear down strongholds, and build a hedge around the church, families, and the city.
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At Elyon Family Church we firmly believe that the work belongs to the Lord and that He is the one who raises up, trains, and sends His servants to bless His people.
Each leader represented here is a gift from God to this house, a spiritual pillar and an instrument willing to serve with love, humility and excellence.
We pray that every person who comes to Elyon may find:
a spiritual home,
a family in faith,
direction for your life,
restoration for your soul,
and a place to flourish in their purpose.
Our desire is to walk with you, serve you, teach you the Word, and accompany you in every step of your spiritual growth.
If God brought you to this place, it's not by chance.
You are part of what He is building in this house.
Welcome to Elyon Family Church…
a church where God transforms lives.