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 | Gabriel Allred- Institute Worship Leader
As an anointed worship leader and teacher, Gabriel longs for people to encounter the presence of God through worship. He is a gifted prophetic worship leader, songwriter, and innovative guitarist who leads with sensitivity to the Holy Spirit and carries a true psalmist anointing. Gabriel has been serving at Trinity Church in Cedar Hill, TX for 14 years. He has recorded with various artists including Klaus Kuehn on live and studio worship recordings, such as One Thing, Glory, and Light of the World; he has also recorded on CFNI worship projects, such as the Great Exchange, and with Marco Barrientos ond Yo Soy Tu Libertador.
Biggest musical influences: In my guitar style: Scott Dente’ (Out of the Grey) and James Taylor In worship: Klaus Kuehn, Brian Johnson, Kim Walker, Hillsong... In music over all: Coldplay, Keane, Dave Barns, John Mayer, Adele
Favorite Quote(s): A man who is intimate with God cannot be intimidated by man. – Leonard Ravenhill A government that is big enough to give you everything you want is big enough to take everything you have. – Thomas Jefferson |
| Kristian Baker- Youth For The Nations Worship Leader
Kristian is the YFN worship leader at Christ For The Nations. He has a passion to see this generation encounter the reality of Christ in a life-changing way. Kristian was born in Montana, moved to Portland, OR and at the age of 12 relocated to Texas. He considers himself a Texan at heart. He has been leading worship for 7 years. Music has been a vital part of his life ever since he can remember. His influences are Coldplay, John Mayer, Underoath, Matt Gilman, Hillsong United, Matt Duhon as well as many other artists. His heart is to lead a generation into the presence of God, and for them to have a deeper knowledge of how awesome God is.
Favorite childhood artist: Carman and Stevie Ray Vaughn
Favorite food: Italian
Favorite book: Narnia series
Nicknames: KK, Kbob
Favorite quote: "Live each day completely surrendered following His small gentle voice, and He will get you through anything."
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Jason Hibdon- Cristo Para Las Naciones Worship Leader
Jason grew up in Madrid, Spain and McAllen, TX. He has led worship for 15 years and is passionate about displaying a lifestyle of worship to God. He was a student at Christ For The Nations Institute from 1997-1999, and began working and serving on staff shortly thereafter. He produced his first worship album entitled "SuperGod", which released internationally in 2007. The album has been highly recognized among Latin communities across the world.
Biggest musical influences: Tom Brooks, Emmanuel Espinosa, Roy Mitchell, Danny Chambers, Kent Henry, Marcos Witt, U2, Coldplay, The Beatles, Paul McCartney, Harry Connick Jr., Avril Lavign, Mute Math
Favorite food: Mom's beef noodle casserole
Favorite book: Ben Franklin's autobiography
Nicknames: "J"
Favorite Quote: "Lean to embrace your failures, because each time you fail, you are that much closer to success." - Robert Kiyosaki |  |
 | Jonathan Lewis- School Of Worship and Technical Arts Co-Director
Jonathan Lewis is the Co-Director of the School of Worship and Technical Arts at Christ for the Nations Institute. He is a gifted teacher, worship leader, and songwriter. He enjoys pastoring people into a closer relationship with God through worship. Jonathan is from Mabank, Texas and is a graduate of Christ For The Nations Institute. His influences include Denis Jernigan, Matt Redman, Lindell Cooley, Zach Neese, and Klaus. He has a passion for his generation to experience the love of God and to see others reach their calling. Jonathan is married to the love of his life, Joanna, and they have two amazing children. Biggest influence: My wife
Hobbies: I love golf
Favorite food: Barbeque (Oh yeah)
Favorite Book Currently: Experiencing Fathers Heart by: Jack Frost |
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