IGLESIA NUEVA DIRECCIÓN
ND Team
Our team of Pastors and Leaders are driven by the mission to humbly, lovingly, and passionately lead others in Christ. We are committed to demonstrating the love and heart of Christ to all who may walk through the doors of New Direction.
Jose Garcia & Yahaira Rodriguez
Senior Pastors
Meet The Team
Dedication. Commitment. Passion.
Each individual Pastor and Leader holds unending passion for their ministry and all who may be impacted by it. They work to ensure that ND functions in unity and excellence.
Worship Pastor
Yariselys Garcia
Pastora Yariselys heads the entirety of our Worship & Arts department. Her mission is to teach others the truth of Worship, to encourage others in the lifestyle of worship, and to provide worshippers with the knowledge and encouragement needed as they walk in their calling. Pastora Yariselys and ND Worship all have a heart for those who enter the ND doors and work tirelessly to lead worship in truth and with excellence.
Leader of Intercession
Dr. Ruth Garcia Baerga
Ruth is passionate about leading people to Christ. She is extremely loving and humble and demonstrates the love of Christ in all that she does. Ruth leads our Intercession and altar ministry. She and her team of prayer warriors stand in the gap and intercede throughout the week for our services, our pastors, our leaders, our ND kids, our congregation, and all petitions that are sent in. ND is proud to have Ruth !
Youth & Young Adults Pastor
Jaydien Hernandez
As our Youth and Young Adult Pastor, Jay aims to equip our Youth and Young Adults with the tools they will need as they step out into adulthood in keeping with a Christ-driven life. Pastor Jay feels passionate about encouraging and uplifting each person in our youth program. He is funny, kind, gentle, and extremely compassionate. He has a heart for people and hopes to help others know Christ in a much deeper and more profound way. We all love Pastor Jay!
Leaders of Usher Ministry
Jose & Hannah Garcia
Together, Jose and Hannah lead our usher ministry. They both work to ensure the safety of all who enter the doors of our church. Jose and Hannah, along with their team, aim to make sure that all feel welcome, comfortable, loved, and a part of the ND family. They ensure that the needs of each individual person’s needs are met as well as ensuring that new visitors get a chance to meet the Pastors and Leaders. Thank you Jose and Hannah!
Leader of Kids Ministry
Hannah Garcia
Hannah is fiercely passionate about the kid’s ministry. Her vision has been set on equipping our little ones with knowledge of the word of God so that they may stay rooted in their faith. Hannah teaches Apologetics- defense of the faith- so that our ND kids will not be shaken away from their faith. Hannah is kind, loving, gentle, and fiercely protective of all ND kids. All of our kids here at ND love Mrs. Hannah!
Leader of Women's Ministry
Omayra Andujar Basco
Omayra leads our women’s ministry. She is passionate about equipping women not only in ministry, but also to live a purposefully God-centered life. She is passionate about restoring women’s identities in Christ and showing them who God sees in them. We like to say she helps women “straighten their crown.” Omayra has a heart of service and always offers a helping hand to her Leadership teammates. All who encounter Omayra love her and feel loved in return. We appreciate her and all that she brings to New Direction. Thank you Omayra!
Leader of Men's Ministry
Francisco Baerga
Francisco leads our Men’s ministry with excellence and dedication. Francisco is a joy. All who encounter him are met with a smile and so much love. He has a heart of service and is quick to offer a helping hand. He aims to create a comfortable space in which men can minister to one another and be ministered to. He works to break down the barriers that prevent men from moving forward and taking their position as leaders of their household. His ministry is one that empowers and equips men in all areas of life. Thank you Francisco!
Leaders of Marriage Ministry
Jose Mendoza & Brenda Basco
Our Newest additions to the ND team: Jose and Brenda are now leading our Marriage Ministry. Their aim is to help strengthen marriages through the word of God. By strengthening marriages, the outcome is stronger Christ-centered families. We believe that we will see marriages restored and families united in their God-given calling. Jose and Brenda are both extremely humble and loving. They are both passionate about the word of God and are eager to reveal the heart of Christ through his word. We are so excited for what God is doing with this beautiful couple and are beyond proud to have them as part of the ND team!
Leader of Sound & Media
Fernando Vazquez
Fernando is one of our OG team members. He has been with New Direction since the beginning. He is leading our Sound and Media ministry and equipping a team of young adults who are passionate about this ministry. Fernando is very kind-hearted and gentle in spirit. He loves people and has a heart of service. In all the years he has been at ND, he has always been one to support and offer any help to his teammates in leadership. Thank you Fernando!
Leaders of Prison Ministry
Jose & Maricarmen Del valle
Jose and Maricarmen are leading our Prison Ministry. They both are wildly passionate about bringing the word of God to those who others might forget and or discount. They both aim to bring the hope and freedom that is found in Christ to those who might feel hopeless and lost in darkness. With her bright smile, Maricarmen brings a light everywhere she goes. We enjoy seeing all that God is doing with Jose and Maricarmen!
Leader of fundraising
Rosa Dejesus
Rosa leads our Fundraising and activities ministry. She organizes fundraising activities as well as all ND celebratory activities- and she does so with excellence! Rosa is a joy! She is fiercely passionate about the Lord and loves people. She has a very welcoming, humble, and kind spirit. We all love having Rosa on our ND leadership team!