Church Leadership
Pastors / Elders
Juan Pablo Mercado
Elder
Juan Pablo is a building contractor and the lead elder at Church of the King. He oversees the counsel and pastoral care of the congregation, combining practical wisdom with a heart for servant leadership.
Bryan Beltran
Elder
Bryan serves as an elder at Church of the King, overseeing worship, church services, communion, baptism, and security. He is committed to ensuring reverent worship and the orderly administration of the church's sacraments and gatherings.
Johnny Vasquez
Elder
Johnny is an elder at Church of the King, overseeing church events. He also works as an executive officer at Rio Grande Valley Builders Association, a local builders advocacy group.
David Padilla
Elder
David is an elder at Church of the King, overseeing the church facilities. He is also the owner and operator of Tint on Wheels, a local small business, and is dedicated to serving both the church and the community with excellence.
Jesse Garcia
Elder
Jesse is an elder at Church of the King, overseeing the church's finances, budget, and accounting. He is dedicated to stewarding resources faithfully to support the church’s mission and ministry.
Deacons
Mike Propst
Deacon
Mike is a deacon at Church of the King. He owns a car dealership and warmly greets everyone at the front door before each service, embodying a spirit of hospitality and servant leadership.
Nathan Dunn
Deacon
Nathan is a physical therapist and serves on the worship team at Church of the King. He is an accomplished pianist, contributing his musical talents to lead the congregation in worship with skill and dedication.
Albert Pena
Deacon
Albert serves as the head of security at Church of the King, overseeing the safety and security of the congregation during services and events, ensuring a peaceful and secure environment for all.
Kennedy LeFave
Deacon
Kennedy serves on the security team and with media at Church of the King. He works for Americans for Prosperity, engaging in outreach and community empowerment.
Ricardo Nava
Deacon
Ricardo serves on the worship team at Church of the King as a pianist and singer. He is a master electrician, using his skills to serve both the church and the community.
Josh Fike
Deacon
Josh serves as a deacon at Church of the King. He owns and operates a family farm, growing cotton, corn, and other crops, and is dedicated to serving the church and community with integrity and hard work.
Jeremy Edwards
Deacon
Jeremy oversees the soundboard at Church of the King. He works professionally in the IT industry, bringing his technical expertise to both his work and service to the church.