Pastor of Family Ministries
By God's grace, we will be voting to affirm the prayerful recommendation of the elders to extend an invitation to Isaiah Viñales to follow God's leading in pastoral ministry at Berean Bible Church. This vote will conclude on 12/15. Please join us in prayer as we continue to seek God's face regarding this decision. Watch the video above to hear his testimony given at Berean on 11/24, or read below to learn some of his ministerial experience.
Isaias Vinales
Husband | Father | Pastor
About Me
I have been joyfully married to my wife, Kyara, since 2015, and we are blessed with two children, Evangeline and Hosea, with a third on the way. I cherish reading, cooking, exploring God’s creation, and sharing meaningful time with family and friends. For the past decade, I have been privileged to serve as an Associate Pastor, Youth Pastor, and Worship Minister in Florida, driven by a passion to see God glorified in every generation through the worship and holiness of His church.
Work Experience
Renewal Church | Worship & Youth Minister | Nov 2022 - present
Worship Ministry Responsibilities
Prepare, oversee, and lead the weekly order of service.
Lead and organize the worship team, including volunteers and the sound and equipment teams.
Steward the worship ministry budget effectively, including purchasing resources, maintaining equipment, and planning special projects.
Plan, prepare, and lead worship for special services such as Easter, Christmas, weddings, and funerals.
Schedule and lead regular meetings with worship team members to cultivate growth, unity, and excellence in service.
Youth & Children Ministry Responsibilities
Teach weekly Bible studies for youth, utilizing expository and engaging methods to deepen their understanding of Scripture.
Oversee the purchase, implementation, and evaluation of children’s church curriculum for teachers, ensuring it aligns with biblical teaching and developmental appropriateness.
Direct large-scale children’s events such as Vacation Bible School (VBS), fun family days, and other outings that foster community and spiritual growth.
Plan, schedule, and lead regular meetings with parents and volunteers to equip and encourage effective discipleship at home and in ministry contexts.
Administrative Responsibilities
Oversee all church communications, including newsletters, emergency announcements, schedules, and bulletins, ensuring clarity and timeliness.
Coordinate the design and placement of banners and promotional materials for church events and worship services.
Manage ministry-related administrative tasks with precision, including managing directory, preparing schedules, and maintaining organized records.
Facilitate inter-ministry collaboration to ensure a unified approach to church initiatives and events.
Biblical and Personal Qualifications
Maintain and exemplify the biblical qualifications of an elder as outlined in the Pastoral Epistles (1 Timothy 3:1–7; Titus 1:5–9).
Cultivate a lifestyle of spiritual maturity, humility, and integrity, serving as a model for others in faith and conduct.
Demonstrate a servant-hearted approach to leadership, prioritizing the glory of God and the edification of His church in all areas of responsibility.
South Orlando Baptist Church | Associate Pastor Interim | August 2020 - November 2022
Preaching & Teaching: Regularly preached to the youth and the congregation, developing expository teaching for the student ministry (Matt 19:14; Rom 1:16; 2 Tim 4:2).
Discipleship & Counseling: Fostered discipleship relationships with parents and volunteers, providing biblical counseling on spiritual, emotional, and relational issues (Eph 6:4; Prov 22:6; 2 Tim 3:16-17; Gal 6:1).
Worship Leadership: Curated and led congregational worship services, selecting scripture, hymns, and spiritual songs in alignment with preaching (1 Tim 4:13; Col 3:16; Psalm 33).
Youth Ministry & Baptism: Discerning regeneration and spiritual growth among students, led baptisms for those with credible professions (Matt 28:18-20).
Event Planning & Coordination: Organized and led youth events, retreats, and outreach activities while managing youth ministry budget and resources.
Leadership & Collaboration: Worked collaboratively with elders in ministry planning, prayer, fellowship, and accountability, contributing to the overall vision of the church (Eph 4:11-16).
Other Duties: Led adult Bible studies, Sunday school, membership classes, and core seminars, facilitating communication and support for congregational needs.
Campus Crusade For Christ / Cru | Donation Processing Analyst | August 2016 - May 2021
Managed and updated over 250,000 active donor accounts in the Siebel Donor system, supporting a donor base of more than one million individuals contributing to an annual giving of $514
million.Handled 50+ daily inquiries, including phone calls, emails, Siebel requests, and web inquiries, ensuring timely and effective service.
Served as a Worship Leader for their +500 staff Headquarters. Organized and led weekly team devotionals and discipleship groups, fostering spiritual development within the department.
Collaborated with team leads to identify and implement donation service improvements, enhancing overall donor and staff experience and operational efficiency.
Trained and mentored new employees on company procedures, policies, and best practices to improve team performance and efficiency.
The Fellowship Of Central Florida | Worship Leader | November 2014 - September 2015
Curated and organized mid-week and Sunday morning worship services, selecting songs, scripture readings, and other liturgical elements to align with the theme and purpose of each service.
Coordinated and scheduled volunteer teams for band and technical support, ensuring seamless service execution.
Enhanced praise team performance through the direction of regular rehearsals, fostering skill development and cohesion.
Led multiple services weekly.
Taught youth and young adult classes.
Training
Core Curricula: Bethlehem College & Seminary, Minneapolis, MN
Expository Preaching Studies: Doctoral-level training from The Master’s Seminary, Los Angeles, CA & OnePassion Min.
Worship Ministry Seminars: Sing! By Keith & Kristyn Getty
Pastoral Leadership Conferences: 9Marks, T4G, G3, Shepherds, NAMB, Pillar Network
Specialized Events: Expositors Summit, Bethlehem Conferences for Pastors
Ongoing Development: Regular participation in conferences, seminars, and regional trainings for worship, pastoral leadership, and theological growth in connection with the local church.