Ruben and his wife Gayla, are both Las Cruces natives who have a heart for their city. They came to know Christ as their personal savior when they were sophomores at Las Cruces High School and have been following Him ever since. Ruben attended Pacific Coast Baptist Bible College in San Dimas, CA; and studied…
After coming to Christ at the age of 25, it wasn’t long before God called me to serve Him in ministry. Beginning at a small Baptist Church in Killeen, TX, my wife and I, along with another couple, began a children’s church for the 7 children at our church. After 2 years, the Lord grew…
Gary retired from New Mexico State University in 1999 after 28 years of service. Like all retirees he thought that he would have more time to pursue the things he enjoys. He has been working harder ever since! Gary and Judy were married on February 14th, 1986… Yes, it was on Valentine’s Day. Gary…
Jim Carlile moved to Las Cruces and began attending SVCC in 2014. He was an Army brat, and has lived in many states as well as Germany. Jim began going to church in 1970, and accepted Jesus’ salvation in Aug of 1972. After graduating from Tombstone High School in AZ, in 1974, Jim went to Bethany Bible College…
Miguel and his family came to SVCC in August of 2008. He joined the Worship Team in 2009 and appointed a Deacon in 2015. As Deacon, he oversaw IT for SVCC (and still helps out). Miguel accepted the position of Worship Minister in July 2021. Although Miguel was raised Catholic, he became a Christ follower…
Evan started attending SVCC alongside of his wife Blanca – a long long time ago – and they have faithfully attended since then. He was honored to start serving as a Deacon – also a long long time ago – and has served in church leadership in some form since then. Because of his strong…