Cary T. Nelson, PhD, Pastor
Pastor Cary and his wife Michelle and their three children moved to Trinidad in 2000 in response to God’s call to pastor First Christian Church.
They have a heart to see God working through the lives of His people. They especially have a vision of God reaching and changing every person in Trinidad through the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Cary holds a Doctorate of Theology, and Michelle holds a Bachelor’s degree in Theology. Together, they have over 40 years of experience in Christian ministry. They pray God’s very best for you and yours.
They have a heart to see God working through the lives of His people. They especially have a vision of God reaching and changing every person in Trinidad through the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Cary holds a Doctorate of Theology, and Michelle holds a Bachelor’s degree in Theology. Together, they have over 40 years of experience in Christian ministry. They pray God’s very best for you and yours.
Bob Walton, Associate Pastor
Bob serves a dual role as both our Praise and Worship leader and our primary Youth leader. He and his wife Melissa and their four children have attended First Christian Church for many years and are an integral part of our church family.
With an extensive background in music performance, Bob leads our band and the congregation in song, helping to usher in the presence of the Holy Spirit and to prepare hearts to receive the message following our music service. He also fills in at the pulpit on occasion.
As Youth Leader, Bob is a major influence to the youth of our church and the surrounding community. Setting an example of faith and the love of Jesus, he demonstrates strength, compassion, and the power of personal transformation found in Jesus Christ.
In his spare time, Bob is an assistant basketball coach for Raton High School, teaching personal responsibility, teamwork, and physical fitness to the youth of our community outside the church.
With an extensive background in music performance, Bob leads our band and the congregation in song, helping to usher in the presence of the Holy Spirit and to prepare hearts to receive the message following our music service. He also fills in at the pulpit on occasion.
As Youth Leader, Bob is a major influence to the youth of our church and the surrounding community. Setting an example of faith and the love of Jesus, he demonstrates strength, compassion, and the power of personal transformation found in Jesus Christ.
In his spare time, Bob is an assistant basketball coach for Raton High School, teaching personal responsibility, teamwork, and physical fitness to the youth of our community outside the church.