What are deacons and deaconessess at First EFC?
Deacons and Deaconesses are charged with the care of the church body. They come alongside the pastors and elders to assist with meeting physical and spiritual needs (Acts 6:2-4 and I Tim 3:8-13).
Nancy Willy
Deaconess of Global Ministry
I have attended FEFC for 41 years. My husband, Arnold, and I moved here from the Midwest as newlyweds. We both graduated from Cedarville College. I have a bachelor's degree in Broadcasting. We raised three sons and have 7 grandchildren. I have gone on several overseas short term mission trips. I enjoy walking, hiking spending time with my grandchildren, and traveling.
Teri Trujillo
Deaconess of Local Ministry
Carol Sherick
Deaconess of Church Recording
Christ called me mid-life and I’m so grateful He did. Never give up on witnessing the gospel to older people!
I worked in aerospace and the computer industries and retired to Las Cruces in 2007 with my husband Mike. I enjoy the slower pace of life, the climate and the friendly people we have found here.
I worked in aerospace and the computer industries and retired to Las Cruces in 2007 with my husband Mike. I enjoy the slower pace of life, the climate and the friendly people we have found here.
Wyatt King
Deacon of Facilities Management
Rona Powell - Interim
Deaconess of Women's Ministry
Rona Powell is grateful for the mercy, grace, and forgiveness of God through Jesus Christ. As leader of the Women's Ministry, she desires to help assure that every woman among us has the opportunity to grow in comprehending God's love, growing in knowledge and application of God's Word, and enjoying healthy fellowship with the rest of the family of God. As we grow in spiritual maturity, we will also be better equipped to love our own families, as well as those who have yet to know the good news we know through Jesus.
Alan Fisher
Deacon of Men's Ministry
Laurel Gardenhire
Deaconess as Financial Secretary
Laurel and her husband, Mike, have been married since 1995, attended FEFC since 2005 and have two adult daughters and 3 dogs. Laurel enjoys serving the body from behind the scenes.
Michael Dean
Community Life Deacon
John Powell
Equipping Ministry Deacon
Pastor Emeritus John Powell is investing his "retirement" to build up the next generation of leaders, with special focus on spiritual growth, relational health and staying true to God's Word in life and leadership. He manages the KMBN, Moody Radio. John is "on call" as a chaplain for several public services, including affiliates of the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation and Civil Air Patrol. His primary hobby is bicycling. He enjoys ministering in Spanish and the sphere of all things radio. He is also the best Grandpa in the world.
Steve Graige
Deacon as Church Treasurer
Terry Chavez
Ordinances Deaconess