Leadership

James is the founding and lead Pastor of Vista Community Church. In 2007, he and his wife, Elizabeth wanted to be part of a church where people could come just as they are and become more like Jesus.   James and Elizabeth have three sons and one daughter.   

James enjoys playing golf, watching college football in the fall, listening to leadership podcasts, and smoking all types of meat, but mostly brisket. 

Don’t you have a saying, ‘It’s still four months until harvest’? I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest.
John 4:35 

 If you are the smartest person in the room, you are in the wrong room. 

Gonzalo holds a degree in Industrial Engineering, a profession he pursued for almost 12 years in Chile. In the following years, God allowed him to focus on his vocation, and he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies and a Bachelor of Music degree to become a pastor. He currently serves as pastor of the Hispanic Ministry, Worship Team, and Outreach team at Vista Community Church in Castroville, Texas. Gonzalo feels fortunate to be able to fulfill his calling, which is to reach his community for Christ and work in the development of praise and worship at Vista Community Church. He and his wife, Daniela, have two sons, Mateo and Gonzalo T. 

Playing guitar, running, and listening to music.

Always be joyful and never stop praying. Whatever happens, keep thanking God because of Jesus Christ. This is what God wants you to do. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 

“Be the change that you wish to see in the world” -- Ghandi 

Mike serves as Youth Pastor at Vista Community Church. Since graduating from Abilene Christian University, Mike has been vocationally involved in the spiritual formation of middle and high school students, and is devoted to helping every student have a bold, sincere, and personal relationship with Jesus Christ.  His wife, Allison, is studying dentistry at UT Health San Antonio..

Football, reading, guitar, and exercise.

"Nothing that you have not given away will ever be really yours."
- C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity

"Therefore I will allot him a portion with the great, and he shall divide the spoil with the strong, because he poured out himself to death and was numbered with the transgressors, yet he bore the sin of many and made intercession for the transgressors."
Isaiah 53:12

Deborah serves as the Children’s Director at Vista Community. With over a decade of experience in education since 2012, she has taught, coached, and mentored children, helping them grow and thrive. Deborah and her husband are proud parents of two sons and reside in Mico, TX.

Exercising, spending time with family, and working with children.

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.  Joshua 1:9

“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” – Thomas A. Edison 

Marisa is the Church Administrator at Vista and she also serves as the Director of Women's Ministries. Her passion is to help women develop a love for God's Word and to connect with each other. Marisa and her husband Dennis have 4 children and 7 grandchildren. 

She enjoys sharing meals with friends and family, word games and crocheting. 

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
John  14:27

"Sometimes when we get overwhelmed, we forget how big God is." Aiden Wilson Tozer 

Brandee is the Administrative Assistant at Vista Community Church, as well as one of the Sunday morning worship leaders. She is dedicated to inviting the Holy Spirit and cultivating a passionate, spiritually enriching atmosphere through her singing and worship, while also serving the church community by assisting with any and all administrative needs. Brandee and her husband, Corey are proud parents of two little blessings.

Brandee's hobbies include staying organized, leading worship, playing card games, enjoying outdoor activities, exercising, and raising babies.

For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.
2 Corinthians 4:17-18

"Do your best and let God do the rest." - Ben Carson

Sylvia has been at Vista Community Church since 2008 and on staff as Church Treasurer for 16 years. Sylvia and her husband Alex have been married 52 years. They have been blessed with 4 married daughters, 13 grandchildren and soon to have a great-granddaughter.
Their cup runneth over!

Camping and spending time with our kiddos. 

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding but in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your path straight. Proverbs 3:5-6 

Phillip.  4:13   “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” 

Vic is passionate about leveraging technology for the Kingdom of God, and focused on empowering churches, and ministries with innovative solutions to help the church stay connected in an increasingly digital world. Since 2010, he has been serving as an Online Missionary. A real-time digital evangelism ministry that uses technology to spread the Gospel worldwide to help fulfill the Great Commission of Christ in reaching the unreached, and those who the Holy Spirit draw into account. 

Photography, Electronics, Martial Arts, Sport Bikes, Collectables, History 

"Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God." – John 3:5 (KJV) 

"Within the covers of the Bible are the answers for all the problems men face." - President Ronald Reagan