On Friday, July 8th, Executive Director Steven Cole, Pastor Rudy Bocanegra, Pastor Paul Stanley, and Pastor Dan Acker gathered with Ramses Meza and other members of Pacoima Centro Cristian Church to ordain Justo Flores as an elder in the Brethren Church. A process that was years in the making, Justo is the first to complete the ordination process using the Spanish speaking track created just this past year.

Justo has been pastoring Pacoima Centro Cristian Church in Pasadena, California for over ten years and his ordination is a culmination of his determination and a great deal of patience while a Spanish track was created. After the service, everyone gathered for a fantastic meal and dessert. A huge thank you to all who helped make this possible including the National Office, the National Board of Oversight, and members of the West Regional Leadership Team. Congratulations Elder Justo Flores!