Lead PastorFavorite food?
Mexican
Favorite Books?
Anything on Leadership - Spy novels
Favorite Movies?
True Grit, 3 Amigo's
What is on your iPod right now?
Worship, BTO. Credence, Garth
What was your first job?
Worked with my dad as a brick layer
Pastor - Church Administrator
Favorite Quote:
If you think you can or if you think you can't; you are right.
First Job:
Goober-grader. I worked alongside my Dad inspecting peanuts for the FDA.
What is one of your proudest moments?
Watching our son loving his son.
Favorite movies?
Anne of Green Gables, Narnia, Princess Bride, No Time for Sergeants, I enjoy Hallmark movies when I can, but the guys around our house won't go for it so I have to sneak them in when they are gone.
What would you say you do here?
Your role at Cornerstone? I knew at 17 years of age that I was “called” to be a pastor's wife. My number one ministry is to my husband and family. If things go good at home, he is free to hear from God and lead this great church. As a staff member, I assist Ron in the administration of his vision.
Associate Pastor Favorite Quote?
"Let him that is Chief among you be the servant of all."
Favorite TV Shows?
American Pickers, Criminal Minds & Undercover Boss
What is one of your proudest moments?
My proudest moments are: when I surrendered my life to Jesus Christ, the day I married Becky and the birth of my four daughters Hilary, Hannah, Heather and Hayden.
What is on your reading list?
Currently reading: I love a Cop by Ellen Kirschman, Integrity by Dr. Henry Cloud , Made to Stick by Chip Heath & Dan Heath, Why we Love the Church by Kevin Deyoung & Ted Kluc, The Peace Maker by Ken Sande & Chazown by Craig Groeschel
What was your first job?
My first real job was as an Electricians Helper during a summer break at the age of fifteen. I still have the letter of recommendation from my first real supervisor.
Worship Pastor Favorite Food? Food
Favorite Movies?
Bourne Trilogy, Inception, Overboard, Sandra Bullock movies.
What is one of your proudest moments?
when I married my best friend and when my kids were born (so yes that's like 5 moments, I try to follow rules when they count)
What was your childhood ambition?
HA! to be a lawyer and a pastor's wife.
What inspires you?
That moment.... when people get it. (Freedom, revelation, connection with God)
Student PastorFavorite quote?
An army of sheep led by a lion will always defeat an army of lions led by a sheep- alexander the great
Favorite food?
anything cajun- especially crawfish etouffee
Favorite tv shows?
the office, survivor, american idol, sportscenter
Favorite movies?
Lord of the Rings, tombstone, gladiator, braveheart, dumb and dumber, dark night, inception, shawshank redemption,
What is on my ipod?
pretty much all worship- not really a big music fan, but i love listening to some good worship. anything by worth dying for, united, shane and shane, shawn mcdonald, christ for the nations, kari jobe, jesus culture,
Kids Pastors
Favorite Quote
"Passion can not be quenched, inspiration can not be stopped." -Vincent Van Gogh
"Love your Guts" -Me
What do I do here?
I am a clown!!! Plain and Simple... Show the love, joy and peace God can bring and create an atmosphere for Kids to experience it for themselves.
Favorite Food:
Pizza, especially Pizza Hut Stuff Crust Pepperoni with Jalapenos
Favorite movie "Patch Adams"
Proudest Moment
Seeing Daythan Gene D Gouyd and Nalani Rain Gouyd enter this world.
C2 Campus Pastors
Favorite Quote?
Definition of insanity is doing the same thing expecting different results.
Favorite Food?
Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Gravy.
Favorite Movies?
Anything SciFi
Education?
B.S., Petroleum Engineering, University of Tulsa
What inspires you?
Seeing people learn who they are in Christ!
C2 & Catalyst Worship LeaderFavorite quote?
"I intend to keep on going, preaching the gospel, writing the gospel as long as I have breath. I hope my last word as I am dying... will be Jesus."
- Billy Graham-
What is one of your proudest moments?
I have two extremely proud moments and their names are Alyran and Atalie. Every time we experience a milestone in either of their lives, it goes right to the top of the list of my proudest moments.
What would you say that you do here at Cornerstone?
We all wear many hats around here, but here are my main ones: Youth Pastor's wife, Catalyst administrative assistant, Catalyst Creative Assistant, Catalyst and C2 Worship leader.
What inspires you?
Art, fashion, music, crafty things (although I'm not very good at them) and anything that is fresh and modern.
What brought you to Cornerstone and why did you stay?
My husband and I came to Cornerstone because we were given the awesome opportunity to be the Youth Pastors here. We have stayed because Cornerstone is full of amazing people! Our Pastors are some of the most genuine and down to earth people I've ever met. Cornerstone staff are passionate about God, and about seeing His will done in this church and in this community. Cornerstone members are the most giving and faithful people! And lastly, although we are a little biased, Cornerstone teenagers are the coolest! We are always honored and humbled to get to be a part of lives of the most amazing teenagers on the planet. We love this place!
Media DirectorFavorite Quote?
"I like the dreams of the future better than the history of the past." Thomas Jefferson
Favorite Food?
Swedish Meatballs "Michelle Silsby
What is one of your proudest moments?
My Marriage, The Birth of My Son "Zane"
What brought you to Cornerstone and why did you stay?
I saw something that I wanted in my life from other people who were saved and coming to church was they way to get it and keep it. A new Life in Jesus.
What would you say you do here? Your role at Cornerstone?
All Things TECH......
TV ProducerFavorite Quote?
If I'm going to be accused of being a Christian, I want there to be enough evidence to convict me.
Favorite TV Shows?
Cornerstone.TV and all other reality shows
What is one of your proudest moments?
My Wedding and the birth of my children
What brought you to Cornerstone and why did you stay?
Being part of something larger than myself
Favorite season? Why? Baseball Season
Administrative Assistant
Assistant To Pastor Ron
Email
What inspires me?
Seeing people saved has to be the most inspiring event ever!
Favorite Food?
I'm all about Salads!
Favorite TV?
Don't watch much TV, but I always catch Joyce Myers, Creflo Dollar...TBN stuff
Favorite Season?
Probably the spring because everything is coming to life!
Childhood Ambition?
I wanted to become a nun. I attended Catholic school all my life and had such a strong respect for these women that gave up so much to serve GOD.
Administrative Assistant Favorite Quote?
Life is not measured by how many breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. The Joy Of The Lord Is My Strength. Neh 8:10
Favorite TV Shows?
Survivor, American Idol, Biggest Loser, I Carly ( i have a 7 year old), DIY Network,
Favorite Movies?
Over Board, Ever After, The Notebook, Robin Hood, You've Got Mail, Oh brother Where Out Thou?
Favorite season? Why?
I love spring and Summer. I love to be out in my yard working/planting flowers, playing ball with our son, Hayden, even just sitting in my rocking chair enjoying the sunshine.
What would you say you do here? Your role at Cornerstone?
I am the Receptionist here at Cornerstone. I take care of the Connection Cards,/first time guest . I assist Pastor Al, Ms. Carol, Ministry Leaders.
Financial AdministratorWhat brought you to Cornerstone and why did you stay?
A desire to worship in my own community. I stayed because I love the word and the worship that ministers to me continually. “I Heart My Church”!!
What is on your reading list?
Extraordinary by John Bevere & The Dream Giver by Bruce Wilkinson
Favorite season? Why?
Definitely the Summer! Love to be outside and in my garden.
What would you say you do here? Your role at Cornerstone?
My job is the financial administrator but my role is to support the inspired vision that Pastor Ron has for Cornerstone and to be available to minister to the church body in what ever capacity is needed.
What inspires you?
Seeing others who are truly passionate about their walk with God
My Favorite book
is To Kill A Mockingbird. I read it for the first time in high school and have read it several times since.
I love the characters and the many messages.
Education:
Grew up and attended elementary through high school in Lufkin Tx. Graduated from Oral Roberts University 1978
What Brought you to Cornerstone and why did you stay?
Larry and I feel like the Lord brought us to Cornerstone! We stayed because we immediately felt at home.
We loved the atmosphere and teaching, the mission as communicated by Pastor and the people.
What do I do here?
My title is Director of Early Childhood Ministry. I see opportunities to show God's love to the families of our church,
to encourage and help pass on a legacy of faith to the next generation.
What inspires me?
I love the light in children's eyes when they "get it" ! When the light bulb comes on and you know that you have communicated with them.
I am encouraged when I hear that they teach their parents what we have taught them!
Favorite books?
"The Blessing of Favor" by Kate McVeigh and "Beyond Belief: Finding the Strength to Come Back" by Josh Hamilton
Proudest moments?
The births of my three sons
Favorite season?
Baseball season
Favorite food/drink?
Diet Dr. Pepper with vanilla from Sonic (that is food, right?)
Favorite quote?
"There is nowhere you will walk that the Lord won't go before you" (Bob Croucher, April 2006)
