Brad is a Dallas native and has served in full-time ministry for over 20 years. He is committed to communicating the message of God’s Word with the seekers and believers who gather each week at High Pointe. Brad and his amazing wife Jill have two children, Maggie and Colby. He received a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Divinity degree from Abilene Christian University. Brad also graduated with a Doctorate of Ministry degree from Fuller Theological Seminary. When Brad isn’t hanging out with the family, he loves to be outside and working on home improvement projects.

Robin Brannon was born, raised, and educated in the Texas Panhandle. Robin’s father, B.C. Brannon, was a long-time gospel preacher and a pioneer in the black Churches of Christ until his passing in 2010. His mother, Shirley, was an accomplished beautician until breast cancer took her life in 1989.

A musician and teacher by trade, Robin holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, TN and a Bachelor of Music Performance, emphasis in Percussion, from West Texas A&M University in Canyon, TX. While living in Texas, Robin was a music teacher and performer, playing nearly every genre of music, including orchestral, jazz, blues, rock & roll, world music, country, western, eastern, and most everywhere in between. He was also a member and instructor of the Blue Knights Drum & Bugle Corps from Denver, CO. So, naturally, Robin moved to Nashville in 2005 to join Acappella. He toured with the group until 2011 when he went into full-time middle school band directing and "part-time" worship ministry at the Woodmont Hills Church in Nashville. He, his wife, Stephanie, and his three daughters, Gabby, Raven, and Vada moved to Jonesboro, AR in 2014 to serve as worship minister for the Southwest Church. Last October, they welcomed their fourth daughter, Una, into their home...from China. And now, the Brannons are thrilled to join the kingdom work being done at High Pointe! Robin's passion is being in the presence of the living God, worshiping Him, and leading His people in worship. He aspires to lead everyone to be obedient to Jesus when he said, "This is my command: love each other." (John 15:17) And he likes sports (How ‘bout them Cowboys!). And music.

My name is Aleshia Ruehl, and I was born and raised in a small town in East Texas. I received my Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin, and an elementary teaching certificate from the University of Texas at Dallas. My passion is engaging children in the beauty of God and his love, serving the community, watching and playing sports, reading, and traveling. My very supportive husband, and best friend, Martin and I have four wonderful children, Jordan, William, Natalie, and Alayna. When Martin and I stepped into the doors of High Pointe in 2015, we knew we’d found a church that shared our desire for Christ and connecting with others, and we never looked back. We jumped right into serving in the Children’s Ministry teaching bible classes and other leadership opportunities, and I’m thrilled that the Lord was so good to allow me to expand that role here at High Pointe!

Kiani is 29 years old and is from Belize, Central America, but grew up in North TX after her family relocated in 1998.  She has always had a passion for working with children, whether it be volunteering to help in bible classes, managing a retail children's store, or being a Preschool teacher, it has always been a passion of hers to find opportunities in all those areas to spread Christ's love. Kiani and her husband Justin have two wonderful children Liam and Laikyn and currently live in McKinney TX. Time with her family is what she enjoys most, but her other interests include making jewelry, studying in the word and traveling! She is so excited to help grow a wonderful children's ministry here at High Pointe that will fill the children with the joy and love that Christ has for them. 

Hunter Howard is 23 years old and grew up in Rowlett, Texas. From a young age he knew that he wanted to go into ministry. Hunter received a Christian Ministries degree from Abilene Christian in May of 2017. He is excited and committed to showing Christ to teens by being an example of his love daily. Outside of ministry he enjoys all kinds of music and theatre and he loves to play guitar. Hunter likes to spend as much time as he can outdoors with his Great Dane, Sam. He also grew up playing all kinds of sports but excelled in baseball and golf and looks for opportunities to play as much as he can. He is very excited about joining in on the amazing work that God has already done and will continue to do here at High Pointe.

Luis has a passion for preaching the Gospel and evangelizing where ever he goes. His desire is to be like Christ who took any opportunity to evangelize the ones around him. He has gone to the Bahamas, Latin America, and throughout the eastern sea coast states to preach the Gospel. One of his ministries is to set-up events to be able to preach the Gospel, like Health Fairs, and Men’s Conference, with a twofold plan. One to have the men grow spiritually, and two, to bring to Christ the seekers that come. Luis and his wife Esperanza have a son name Jacob Elijah. Both Luis and Esperanza are studying at Texas International Bible Institute, and will graduate this year.

My name is Wilmer Rivera. I was born in Searcy, Arkansas to Sixto and Clara Rivera where I lived from 1987-1989. My parents are from El Salvador. I grew up in McKinney from about 1990 to 1999 and then lived in Garland from about 2000 to 2016 and I just recently moved to Fairview, Tx. I love soccer, sports, action-packed movies and also spending time with my family and friends. I have a younger brother named Kevin Rivera who presently is involved in college ministry helping and working with students at the University of Maryland. I love Bible studies, preaching and teaching God's Word and helping equip people to be disciples of Christ and disciple-makers. I consider it a privilege to work in ministry. 

John Allen is a retired RN and is a Navy veteran. He has previous service as a Shepherd at Central Church of Christ in Van Alstyne, school board trustee, and president of the North Texas Lifeline. 

At High Pointe, John and his wife, Tahleigh, are involved in Medical missions, small groups and teaching classes.

John and Tahleigh hav been married for 53 years. They have 3 grown daughters, 1 late daughter, and 5 grandchildren.

One of John's favorite Bible passages is Philippians 2:1-2. 

"Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind."

Brett and Vickie have been married for over 30 years, have two daughters and live in Allen.  

They have both served in many rolls in the churches they have been members of including teaching, Children’s Worship, LTCA, youth retreats, and small group leaders to name a few.  Brett has been a deacon and was previously a Shepherd for 8 years at High Pointe.

The Bakers currently own and manage a business in Richardson.  Vickie is also a CPA.

A favorite passage is Psalm 100:4-5.

"Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations."

Garry and his wife Debbie have been attending High Pointe for a little over 5 years. They have two grown daughters, Jana Conner and Kristin Rue.

Garry has served as a Deacon at Military Parkway, Mabank and Beacon Hill, all in Texas. He also served as a Deacon and then Shepherd at Parkway in Springfield IL.

Professionally, Garry works for USIC.

He enjoys fishing, hunting, golf, landscaping and playing with his grandchildren.

Elven and his wife, Donna, have been attending High Pointe since 2013. They have two grown daughters, Jennifer and Jessica.

Elven served as a deacon for five years at Central Church of Christ in Amarillo, Texas. Since moving to High Pointe, Elven has served as a small group ministry leader, taught bible classes and been involved with Friendspeak. In addition, both Elven and Donna have a passion for helping others build strong marriages.

Professionally, Elven is Operations Director for Tyler Technologies.

He enjoys spending time with his family and traveling.

One of Elven’s favorite Bible passages is Philippians 2:3-8.

"Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.

In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus:

Who, being in very natureGod,
    did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage;
rather, he made himself nothing
    by taking the very nature of a servant,
    being made in human likeness.
And being found in appearance as a man,
    he humbled himself
    by becoming obedient to death—
        even death on a cross!

Danny and his wife, Jenifer, have been members of the High Pointe congregation since 2002.  They have three grown daughters, Katie, Lauryn, and Grace.

Danny has been involved at High Pointe in the children's ministry, as a small group leader, as a teacher, on the ReEngage leadership team, and served as a deacon and group leader in the youth ministry.  

Professionally, Danny is a partner at the CPA firm Saville, Dodgen, and Company, PLLC.

He enjoys travel, tennis, and spending time with family and friends. 

Once of Danny's favorite Bible verses is Ecclesiastes 4:12.

"Though one may be overpowered,
    two can defend themselves.
A cord of three strands is not quickly broken."

*Currently on sabbatical

Grady and his wife Robbie have been attending High Pointe since their return in 2014.   They have two grown daughters, Kacy and Kara, and one grown son Riley.

Grady has served as a Deacon at Webb Chapel church of Christ in Farmer’s Branch, Lakeside church of Christ in Rockwall (now Eastridge), and Heritage church of Christ in Rowlett.   At High Pointe, Grady has been involved in leading a Small Group, as well as helping coordinate and teach in the Adult Bible classes.

Professionally, Grady is a degreed Civil Engineer, but has spent most of his career working in the Aerospace and Defense industries.

Grady enjoys hunting and fishing, working on the farm, and being a handyman.

One of Grady’s favorite Bible passages is  Philippians 4:4-7.

"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

John Herzog is retired from the mortgage banking industry and is a Vietnam combat veteran. He served as an elder for The Gracepointe Church of Christ in Montgomery Alabama for 24 years where he also served as the pulpit minister for 2 years.

Upon retirement, John and Linda moved to McKinney in 2015 and became members of the High Pointe family that same year.

John has been married to his wife Linda for 49 years. They have 2 sons and 4 grandchildren.

John's favorite verse is Philippians 2:12-13.

"Each of us must work out our own salvation, we cannot depend on the faith of others. It must be God working his will in each of us through our personal relationships with His Son."

Lewis and his wife, Paula, have been members of the High Pointe congregation (formerly Westside) since 1981.  The Isaacks have two grown sons, Jonathan and Jeffrey and a grandson. 

Lewis has been involved at High Pointe as a deacon, small group leader, teacher, mission trips, Let's Start Taling, youth group huddle leader, summer camp and various ministries. 

Professionally, Lewis has a law and mediation practice.

One of his favorite Bible passages is Philippians 4:11-13. 

"I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength."

Steve and his wife Chanda have move back to McKinney and attended(Westside) High Pointe many years prior to their move to West Texas in 1990. They have three grown sons, Neil, Joel and Kevin.

Steve served as an Elder at Johnson St. Church of Christ in San Angelo for 6 years prior to relocating to McKinney.

He retired from the US postal service after 35 years.

He enjoys golfing and being with his grand kids.

Steve’s favorite bible passage is Numbers 6:24-26.

“The Lord bless you
    and keep you;
the Lord make his face shine on you
    and be gracious to you;
the Lord turn his face toward you
    and give you peace.”

Jason has attended High Pointe since he was three years old and his wife Laura has attended the last 25 years.

Jason  served as Deacon for several years here at High Pointe before coming a Shepherd.

He has been self employed for the last 18 years and owns Lokey Construction.

He enjoys fishing, skiing and working out.

Jason's favorite bible passage is 1 Peter 4:10-11.

"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen."

Zack and his wife, Linda,  along with their children, Marchell, Meridth and Zack Mitchell moved to High Pointe in 2002. He was born and raised in a small Church of Christ, located in Italy, TX.

Zack and Linda worked in the children’s worship ministry here at High Pointe for 10 years. Zack has been serving as a deacon for the last 4 years.

Professionally, Zack and Linda McConnell are the owners and operators of Approved In Home Care, a quality North Texas based care giving services company. 

Zack's favorite bible passage is Isaiah 40:31. 

"but those who hope in the Lord
    will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
    they will run and not grow weary,
    they will walk and not be faint."

Ron and his wife, Diane, have been attending High Pointe since 1996.  They have three children Brian, Chris and Michelle.  Ron has served as an elder since 2006. 

He is a supporting elder for the leadership team, outreach, education, encouragement and involvement ministries. 

Professionally, Ron is an IT manager at Raytheon.  He enjoys landscaping his yard and playing golf.

Philippians 3:13-14 is one of his favorite passages from the Bible.

"Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus." 

Brian and his wife, Jana, live in Van Alstyne and have three sons, Paul, Mark and Benjamin.  Brian has served as coordinator for children sponsorship program in El Salvador, planned and led summer mission trips to El Salvador, coordinated Harvest Sunday budgets and presentations, administered financial accounts in support of foreign evangelism efforts in El Salvador, South Pacific, Columbia, Russia, and the Hispanic church plant in Plano. 

Professionally, Brian is a computer science major and principal software engineer at Xtera Communications.

One of his favorite Bible passages is Romans 8:18-39.

"I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. For the creation waits in eager expectation for the children of God to be revealed. For the creation was subjected to frustration, not by its own choice, but by the will of the one who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself will be liberated from its bondage to decay and brought into the freedom and glory of the children of God.

We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time. Not only so, but we ourselves, who have the first-fruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for our adoption to sonship, the redemption of our bodies. For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what they already have? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.

In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God.

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. And those he predestined, he also called; those he called, he also justified; those he justified, he also glorified.

What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? As it is written:

“For your sake we face death all day long;
    we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.”

No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord."

Glen and his wife, Marsha, have been attending High Pointe since 2000. They have three grown children, Carrie, Amy, and Craig.

Glen served four years as the finance deacon at Northside Church of Christ Farmington, NM. Since moving to High Pointe, Glen has served as a small group ministry co-leader, New Member deacon, taught youth bible classes and been involved with the Valet Parking ministry. 

Glen and Marsha enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren. We also enjoy volunteering for CASA

Professionally, Glen is a Product Solutions Consultant for FIS and will be retiring the end of 2019.

One of Glen’s favorite Bible passages is Psalms 46:10.

"He says, “Be still, and know that I am God;
    I will be exalted among the nations,
    I will be exalted in the earth.”"