Rev. Jeff Powers comes to Christ the King Methodist with more than 28 years of parish ministry experience. His prior appointments have all been in Texas: The Woodlands, Uptown Houston, Teague, Lake Jackson, Baytown, and Pittsburg. He has served well in rural, urban, and suburban faith communities. Rev. Powers joined the Global Methodist Church in 2022 after successfully leading Christ Church Methodist – The Woodlands through the disaffiliation process.

Jeff has provided leadership to the Texas Annual Conference – Chairing both the Evangelism Committee and the Stewardship Committee. He has trained congregations in matters of church growth and financial stewardship. He has also served on the Board of Ordained Ministry.

Jeff graduated from Brite Divinity School at Texas Christian University in 1998 with a Master of Divinity degree. He graduated from The University of Houston in 1998 with a B.A. in Communications.

Jeff and his wife Julie have two children – Christy and John, and three energetic grandchildren.

Sabrina is a founding member of Christ the King Methodist Church, and in March 2023 came on board as our very first Business Administrator.  In this role, Sabrina is responsible for managing the church office as well as the day-today operations of the church, completing the required routine financial functions for the church, and provides administrative support to the Senior Pastor and other church staff members.  

Sabrina is an alumna of Sam Houston State University and comes to us with over 15 years of business and administrative operations experience.  Sabrina and her husband, John, are active members of our church, as well as several other organizations within the Huntsville community.  Together they have three amazing sons: Nicolas, Benjamin, and Jackson.  

Jesus Bravo was born in Maracaibo, Venezuela where his passion for music was ignited at a young age.  Jesus has been competing in singing festivals and competitions since the age of 10, and has performed not only throughout the United States but also with the International Lyric Academy in Italy.

Jesus is a graduate of the University of North Texas, as well as the University of Houston.  He regularly collaborates with professional choral ensembles such as the Houston Symphony Chorus, Houston Mercury Singers, Harmonia Stellarum, and Bach Society Houston, both as a chorus member and a tenor soloist.  Jesus is not only a performer, but also an educator; teaching students throughout the Conroe area as well as being a voice and music appreciation adjunct professor at Lone Star College Montgomery.

Jesus is excited about his new role here at Christ the King where he plans to use music as a tool for worship and community.  He believes that music can foster a deeper connection among members of the church, embody Christian values, and shine as a beacon of light in the world.  His goal is to inspire others to reflect Christ's light through their own lives and interactions, strengthening the church's mission, and enriching its spiritual journey.

Madelayne Henley was born and raised in Pearland, Texas where she was an active member of her community through the Girl Scouts of the USA program, earning the Silver Award. Madelayne is currently in her Junior year at Sam Houston State University, double majoring in Psychology and Victim Studies.  Upon graduation she plans to attend graduate school to earn a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology. When she’s not studying or working, Madelayne enjoys spending her free time taking her dog, Scout, on hikes or enjoying a new book.

Madelayne first joined our church as a Childcare Worker back in October of 2024, but is excited for her new role as the Administrative Assistant where she gets to assist with the day-to-day operations of the church.