Leadership

Chris Peña is a native Texan, a graduate of Baylor University and the Pastor of Foundation Christian Ministries. Growing up, Pastor Chris was told many times that he would be a Pastor, however, he adamantly declined the call toward ministry.
In the summer of 1999, the Lord changed Pastor Chris’ heart and he recognized God’s calling on his life. After much prayer and seeking from God, Pastor Chris felt conviction in 2000 that he was to start a work in the Bastrop area.

Over the next few years, Foundation Christian Ministries would become one of the fastest growing churches in the state. Under Pastor Chris’ leadership, FCM was able to establish herself as a church that would reach beyond ethnic, social-economical and denominational barriers to reach the world for Christ.

Pastor Chris is a passionate speaker who delivers God’s message with boldness and conviction. He has the ability to bring God’s Word to life and make you live the Good News Story. With a contagious zeal for being a Christ-Like Disciple Maker, just being around Pastor Chris will move you closer to living a life completely sold out to Christ.

By way of a divine healing, Melissa Peña grew up with the understanding and knowledge that God had a calling on her life. Growing up, she had a passion for worship and served in worship ministry. When she and Pastor Chris were married, she served as a Minister of Worship for several years.

Melissa has endeavored to see FCM grow to her maximum potential. She recognizes that potential comes from God and each person who makes up the Body of Christ. She is an integral part of FCM and works alongside Pastor Chris to set the vision and lead Foundation and its leadership staff.

Melissa also has a passion for women and the struggles they face today. Since she is a working mother of three, she understands the demands women face. She also believes that women have the ability to be Christ-Like Disciple Makers, which is a message she shares passionately.

Raquel Pena is one of the founding members of FCM. She is a singer, songwriter, and has been leading worship at FCM for over ten years. Raquel has a passion for worship and her greatest desire is to see the world changed by the presence of God. One of Raquel’s greatest aspirations is to help serve the church by championing the cause of Christ and bringing creative God centered worship every Sunday. Her passion is to see the Church united in worship, across all generations, and to help the people of God connect to Him by discovering their true identity in Christ.