Rafael and Melissa Jerez serve as the church’s Lead Evangelist and Women’s Ministry Leader. Rafael and Melissa both received the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Ministry from the International College of Christian Ministry. Rafael is working towards achieving his Masters in Ministry, also from the International College of Christian Ministry. They have served the Lord in New York City, NY, Boston, MA, Syracuse, NY, and now valiantly oversee their charge in Manchester, NH. Rafael and Melissa met on campus at their Alma Mater, the City College of New York. This is also the place where God chose to bring true discipleship into their lives. Melissa studied the Bible first and found Jesus, she was baptized June 7, 2009. She invited Rafael who was so moved by the transformation he saw in her life and the sincerity of the fellowship. Shortly after, he too studied the Bible and found Jesus. Rafael was baptized on July 26, 2009. They were married July 10, 2010 and have two wonderful children. They look forward to building a diverse fellowship that impacts and serves the community, beginning with campus ministry which holds a special place in their hearts.