Chuck, Paula and Katie Ballard

Originally From: Chicago USA Languages: English Ukranian (Chuck) Russian (Chuck) Favorite Text: Colossians 2:10

The Ballard's have been members of the Irving church for over 2 years. Chuck works for Northwest Airlines at DFW airport and enjoys photography and gardening. He serves as a Deacon and Greeter. Chuck says he is a Horticulture Specialist and has been responsible for keeping the church lawn under control. Paula is a Home Manager and adult Sabbath School Teacher. Katie is a junior and is home-schooled.

Matt, Sylvia, Ethan, Seth Barlow

Originally From: Mid-west USA Languages: English Favorite Text: 1 Corinthians 14:12

The Barlows moved to Texas because God provided a job for Matt and supplied a buyer for their house in one week. Matt enjoys gardening and serves the church as a Deacon and Bulletin Secretary. Matt is a graphic artist and the famous Irving bulletin illustrations are his creations. Sylvia does computer networking support for Blockbuster and is a frequent vocalist at church. Ethan is 9 and Seth is 4 years old.

Wilma Bellis

Originally From: Indiana USA Languages: English Favorite Text: Romans 8:28 Favorite Hymn: Anywhere With Jesus

Wilma is a long-time member of the Irving church. It was her first church since moving to Texas from Indiana. She is the manager of housekeeping at the Las Colinas Medical Center. Wilma serves the church as Sabbath School Superindent - a position she has done many times. Wilma has three grown boys and 3 step-children.

Ed, Bella and Eddie Berkeypile

Originally From: Indiana (Ed) Ecuador (Bella) Texas (Eddie) Languages: English Spanish (Bella) Favorite Text: John 3:16 Favorite Hymn: The Old Rugged Cross

The Ed and Bella each moved to Irving to be with family. They were married in 2000. They enjoy bicycle riding, walking, travelin, history studies and PCs. Eddie is 1 year old.

Kevin Bruce

Originally From: Jamaica Languages: English Favorite Text: Proverbs 3:5-6 Favorite Hymns: All To Jesus I Surrender Blessed Assurance, Jesus Is Mine

Kevin loves to sing and uses his voice to praise God both as a soloist and as a choir member. He is forming the children's choir. Kevin is a self-professed computer geek but also loves sports. In his work in customer service, he meets many people and has been using that as an opportunity to witness. Kevin is serving as a Deacon and Asst AY Leader. He has learned to trust God - even in the difficult times.