In the Spotlight
Get to know the Women at Calvary through In the Spotlight. Learn some fun as well as informative facts about your sisters in Christ. Categorized by the areas in which we serve, we hope you will spend some time browsing through your Women's Ministry leadership biographies.
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Bettie Kaehele
Position: PM Moderator
Bettie was born in Tennessee, the eighth of ten children. Though times were tough, a bright light pierced the darkness, and that light was the light of Jesus. Because Bettie’s mother decided the three youngest members of the family were going to attend church, she came to know Jesus as her Lord and Savior as a young child. Though she walked away from her Father as a young adult, she knew He never walked away from her. The Lord graciously and lovingly drew Bettie back into fellowship with Him when she repented of her sins and rededicated her life – that was over 20 years ago. For over 20 years, she has walked with the Lord, and the fellowship improves with each passing day. Though life hasn’t always been easy, having God in her life has made all the difference in the world. In even the difficult times, God’s love shines through and brightens even the darkest path.
Carmen Camino
Position: PM Overseer
Carmen Camino is originally from Lima, Peru, and has lived in the United States for 35 years. She is a graduate of Nova University where she received her BA and MBA degrees in Business Administration and International Business respectively. She is also an alumnus of Calvary’s School of Ministry.
Carmen divides her time between teaching the Bible for the Women @ Calvary, overseeing the PM Women’s Bible Study, serving on the Women’s Ministry’s Steering Committee, and taking care of her home. She even finds time to assist her husband with some of their drugstore’s administrative work.
As a bilingual teacher, she also travels to Mexico and Peru teaching the Bible at women’s conferences. She is not only committed to Jesus and to serving His women, but she is especially committed to the Word of God. She is passionate about helping women encounter God in a whole new way through His Word. Her desire is that women would embrace a biblical way of thinking and living and that they would be transformed into the image of Christ.
She and her husband, Wilfred, have been married sixteen years, and together have five children and eight grandchildren. She really enjoys hosting tea parties and traveling to Colorado to visit her grand kids.
Carol Sisneros
Position: PM Moderator Coordinator
“For God so loved the world that He gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have eternal life.” John 3:16
Carol has attended Calvary since 1987. She and her husband of 27 years, along with their entire family gave their lives to Christ at that time. Carol is the mother of 2 grown children and the grandmother of 5 grandchildren. She is blessed to be a part of the Women at Calvary.
Celine Cumerford
Position: PM Moderator Coordinator
"Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things shall be added to you." Matthew 6:33
Celine has been attending Calvary of Albuquerque for 17 years. She has been involved in the Women's ministry for the past 7 years. Celine has also served on the Celebration of Light and Women's Retreat committees. Celine was saved when she was 29 years old after having gone through a tough divorce. She knows God pulled her out of the gutter and literally saved her! She was the only one in her family that was saved at the time leading everyone to think that she was a "radical" Christian. But now, praise the Lord, most of them are "radical" Christians too! Celine has been with the US Postal Service for 23 years. She has been happily married to Steve for 17 years and has three children and three grandchildren. God has truly granted the desires of Celine’s heart by allowing her to serve Him in so many capacities -- at home as a wife, a mother, and grandmother and at church in the Women's Ministry.
Cindy Gonzales
Position: PM Moderator Coordinator
Cindy Gonzales is a native New Mexican that was born at the old downtown Albuquerque Presbyterian Hospital into a loving family in which her Christian mother saturated her with Godly stories, took her to Sunday School every week, encouraged her to attend church youth group and gave her a bible that Cindy has marked up, put new book covers on and still uses today. Cindy’s father is the steady rock in her life that although hugging was not easy for him, managed to tip toe into her room when she was sleeping as a little girl, kiss her on the cheek and then tip toe out. Cindy never told him she knew he was there, but the warmth of that kiss sunk deep into her heart and is still warming her each and every day. Throughout her high school and college years, Cindy kept God close to her heart despite the ups and downs that occurs during those growing up years and a divorce that caught her off guard. Cindy has 3 grown children (ages 21, 24 & 26) which keep her young at heart and on her knees praying most days of the week! She has been married 10 years to a wonderful supportive man that she met at her place of employment and with whom will share a sabbatical (2 months paid time off) in 2009 for their combined 35 years of service. Cindy loves God, loves scripture, loves bible studies and loves having God lead her life!
Corina Casias
Position: PM Moderator
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13
Corina, a Christian since 1997, has been involved with the Women’s Ministry since the years of the Southwest Women’s Conference. She is currently a moderator in the evening Bible study. Corina has also served on the Retreat committee, the Hospitality team, and the Celebration of Light committee. A retired nurse practitioner, Corina has been married for 41 years and is the mother of 2, grandmother of 3, and great-grandmother of 3.
Deb De La Rosa
Position: PM Prayer Coordinator
Doris Williams
Position: PM Moderator
Ellen Leon
Position: PM Moderator
"'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the LORD, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'" Jeremiah 29:11
Ellen was saved in July 1978, and has been serving in different ministries ever since. She is retired from the phone company and is now working for Connection Communications. Ellen started moderating last semester and loves it. She enjoys sharing in women’s excitement when they see what God is revealing them about their individual walks with Him. Ellen has a daughter and son who are both married to wonderful Godly people. She has been attending Women’s Ministry since 2001, when she came to Calvary. Ellen has made lots of friends through the Women’s Ministry and enjoys fellowship with them.
Gloria Sisneros
Position: PM Moderator
“Trust in the Lord with all you heart, and lean not on your own understanding, in all your ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct your paths.” Proverbs 3:5-6
Gloria, a native New Mexican, has served as a moderator for 8 years. She started attending Calvary in 1995 and gave her life to Christ in July 1996.
Gloria has been employed at American Home for 16 years and currently works in the Accounts Payable department. She and husband Paul just celebrated their 10 year anniversary in May. Their daughter Jasmine is 8 years old. Gloria also has a step-daughter and step-son, and is the proud grandmother of 4 little girls.
Gloria enjoys running, biking, baking and taking photos (especially of God’s creation). She loves to study God’s Word and fellowship with other believers. Gloria also desires to serve God wholeheartedly and to talk of Him and His awesome plan to others.
Grace Marler
Position: PM Moderator
“…Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Chris Jesus.” Philippians 1:6
Grace Marler came to know the Lord in 1988, shortly after her eldest son died. Her entire family came to know the Lord, as well. She has been part of Calvary’s flock since that time. Grace married her high school sweetheart when she was 18-years old. They have 2 sons and 1 daughter.
Helen Bachicha
Position: PM Outreach Co-Coordinator
"For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind." 2 Timothy 1:7
"Now to Him who is able to do exceedinlgly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us, to Him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end, Amen." Ephesians 3:20
Helen has been attending Calvary since 1987. She travelled to Israel in 1988 as a young believer with the church and was able to attend the first School of Ministry in 1992. She has had the opportunity to go on church sponsored outreach teams to Mexico, Hong Kong, China, and Russia. Each trip has been a privilege and a blessing to her spiritually. Over the years Helen has been involved with many ministries at Calvary including the Children's and Puppet ministries, the singles group, counseling and the Women at Calvary since 1997. She believes that you can make great Christian friends, discover your gifts and grow spiritually as you get involved in small group settings. She is now married to Marty with two children, Aaron and Annette.
Iris Lovato
Position: Greeter Coordinator/Orientation Coordinator
Jackie Morin
Position: PM Moderator
Born in New York, Jackie has lived in New Mexico for 40 years and wouldn’t live anywhere else. She loves serving the Lord and being a part of the Women at Calvary. She also enjoys gardening, playing with her dog Freddie, and sharing the love of the LORD and His beautiful creation through the photos she takes with her husband Eric.
Kathy Baca
Position: PM Moderator
One of Kathy’s most fulfilling blessings is attending the Women at Calvary's Bible study where she meets so many beautiful women who love the Lord. Kathy, born and raised in New Mexico, has been married for 35 years and has two grown children and four grandchildren. She retired early from a career in state government and has enjoyed running a non-profit organization for several years while also helping out ever so slightly with her husband’s business. Kathy is currently taking care of her mother four days each week. She and her husband enjoy reading the Bible together every morning and sharing God’s Word whenever they can. Kathy loves cooking for family and friends, watching old movies, and fishing.
Kyle Toya-Pino
Position: PM Moderator
Jesus called out to them, "Come, be my disciples, and I will show you how to fish for people!” Mat 4:19
Kyle is one of our new moderators this year and feels blessed to have the opportunity to be a servant of the Lord! Born in Yuma, AZ, Kyle has lived in New Mexico for 30 years. She has one wonderful daughter (Erin) and three beautiful granddaughters. When not engaging in one of her favorite past times, fishing husband Gary, Kyle keeps busy with her job at the University of New Mexico. Kyle feels that working with the Women at Calvary gives her the opportunity to serve the Lord with all her heart and lead other women to Christ. She has attended two Bible study semesters, as well as the Spiritual Disciplines Boot Camp.
Lisa Cousins
Position: PM Prayer Coordinator
Lisa rededicated her life to the Lord in 1983 and hasn’t looked back since. She began attending the Women’s Bible study in 1998. She has served in the prayer room for the PM study since 2003. Her desire is to serve the Lord with her whole heart, mind, and strength through intercession for the body of Christ. Lisa enjoys learning about God’s character and sharing it with those around her. She also has a heart for missions and is currently part of Jason and Andrea Mills’ care team, helping to serve and support the Lord’s work through them at Calvary Chapel of Montreal.
Mandy George
Position: PM Moderator
Mandy has been a Christian since she was 15-years old and a Moderator for the past 5 years. She is employed by the US Postal Service. Mandy is single, but is currently dating a wonderful man she met through a friend at work. She is the proud aunt of 2 adorable little girls (ages 2 and 6 months) and she also enjoys a close relationship with her parents. Mandy is grateful for the friends she has made through her small group over the years and feels it is an awesome experience being part of the Women at Calvary.
Nancy Galligan
Position: PM Assistant Overseer
Nancy has been involved in the Women at Calvary Bible Study for more than fifteen years. Currently she is the Assistant Overseer for the PM Women's Bible study. Nancy also serves as a certified Biblical Counselor, an After Service Prayer Counselor, and a Crises Caregiver at Calvary. She is also on the BGEA Rapid Responder team and is an IFOC Sr. Chaplain. Nancy is married to Hank, and they have four grown children and seven grandchildren. Her passion is the Word of God, prayer, and telling people about Jesus Christ.
Odessa McClain
Position: PM Outreach Co-Coordinator
"The Lord is my Shepherd, He leads me..." Psalm 23
The Lord has given Odessa a wonderful, full, long, healthy life. He led her to Albuquerque 20 years ago, where she was saved. Odessa knows the Lord has guided her steps all her life without her being fully aware of His presence. Now that she knows Him, she also knows that He will "never leave [her] nor forsake [her]" (Joshua1:5), a promise she depends on and believes in. The Lord has shown Odessa so many times that she can "call on Him, and He will answer [her]..." (Jeremiah 33:3). She thought her life was full in the world, but He has taken her into another world - fuller, richer and, full of more love than she could ever have imagined. The Lord is Odessa’s All-in-All, and that's all she or anyone else needs to know.
Ruth Chacon
Position: PM Moderator
Ruth was raised in the Jewish religion, although very reformed. She always believed in God and had a relationship with Him, but it was not until her mid 40s that she discovered Jesus Christ. Ruth has a passion for Bible study and reading and learning about the Word of God. She always enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, shopping and traveling.
Stephanie Tapia
Position: PM Moderator
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Phil 4:6-7.
In 2005, the Lord used a difficult trial to bring Stephanie's family to salvation. They began attending Calvary in May of 2005 and, as a result, Stephanie has been blessed to serve alongside the many beautiful godly women in the Women’s Ministry. She has a tremendous heart and love for God’s word and a passion to serve, encourage, fellowship and witness. She is committed to help women grow more in love with the Jesus Christ by encouraging them to seek His word on a daily basis.
Stephanie desires to be molded more and more into His image every day, to be in His will and not her own, and to be enveloped in His unending love and grace. Stephanie has been married to her high school sweetheart for 18 years and has three wonderful children; Marisa, Megan and Paul.
Terry Horger
Position: PM Moderator
“For God so loved the world that He gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have eternal life. For God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved.” John 3:16-17
Terry rededicated her life to the Lord on March 18, 2002, following a terrible accident on a family/soccer vacation. She started attending the Bible study on a regular basis in 2005. Terry has served as a Prayer Partner and an AM Moderator prior to moving to the evening study.
On August 29, 2008, Terry’s 20-year old daughter Lauren died suddenly in her dorm room at Northern Arizona University as she had just begun her third year at that college. The cause of her death after an autopsy is still undetermined. Terry and her family gather their strength from their Lord and Savior. He has brought them through many dark days. They are also blessed to have family and friends, and in particular the prayers from their Calvary family who lift them up in daily prayer.
After this tragedy, many family members have given themselves to the Lord to be saved. They see what He has done in her life and she gives all glory and honor to Him for his strength, his forgiveness, his mercy, and his love.
Thamer Vann
Position: PM Moderator
“Love never fails.” 1 Corinthians 13:8
Thamer is a native of Albuquerque and has been saved since 1996. She has been married to Jim for 18 years and has one dog, Boomer. Thamer recently retired from 38 years in the Physical Therapy and Radiology professions and loves to study God’s word. Thamer lives to hug, encourage and come alongside fellow believers.
Tina Arellano
Position: PM Moderator
"Teach me Your way, O LORD; I will walk in Your truth; unite my heart to fear Your name. I will praise You, O Lord my God, with all my heart, and I will glorify Your name forevermore. For great is Your mercy toward me, and You have delivered my soul from the depths of Sheol." Psalm 86:11-13
Vicki Perrigo
Position: PM Moderator
“The Lord is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation.” Exodus 15:2
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1
Vicki enjoys much peace and solitude at her Corrales, New Mexico home. She enjoys caring for others, reading, walking, and golf. It is Vicki’s pleasure is to spend time studying God’s word and sharing His word with others. Her goal is to be a righteous servant of the Lord.
Vicki Simmons
Position: PM Moderator Overseer
Vicki accepted Christ as her Savior when she was nine, the summer after third grade. Shortly after that time her mom stopped taking her to church, and even though she never doubted what she had learned she had no one to teach her how to walk with God. She eventually met a woman where she worked who was a believer and who started talking to her about the Lord. Vicki started going to church with her, and a few years later began to walk with the Lord and seriously study the Bible. Vicki has attended Calvary of Albuquerque since the mid-1980’s, with the exception of five years when she lived in Florida. Vicki started attending the women’s Bible study and serving with the Women at Calvary about a year after she moved back to Albuquerque. Vicki met her husband Gerard at a Calvary home fellowship in 1998. They have now been married for six years. She and Gerard have been attending Community Bible Study since they married, and they are in a small group with other couples.
Yvonne Oselio
Position: PM Moderator
To live is Christ, and to die is gain. Phil. 1:21
Yvonne has been attending Calvary of Albuquerque since the early 90's and been attending the Women at Calvary Bible study since 2005. Yvonne was saved after going through a divorce; when life as she knew it was completely changed and she knew she couldn't control anything, so she gave it all to the Lord. Yvonne has been married to Ambrosio for 14 years and has 3 children, 2 grandchildren and 1 on the way. She works at Coldwell Banker Legacy as a realtor and knows that even at work one must totally depend on the Lord. Yvonne is truly blessed to be able to serve other women through the Women's Ministry.
Yvonne Sanchez
Position: PM Moderator
If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal heir land. 2Chr 7:14
Yvonne is a native New Mexican and started attending Calvary in 1988, where she was saved on October 30, 1988. In 1993, God lead her on a journey to serve as a missionary in Ukraine, alongside her husband Carlo Sanchez. They have served in different ministries together, including hospitality and pre-martial, and have also hosted a Bible study in their home for several years.
Yvonne's desire is to see many lost come to the saving knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ and for the prodigals in our lives to come home to their Father.
Zanetta Romero
Position: PM Moderator
Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me…Philippians 3:12
Zanetta has been attending Calvary of Albuquerque for the past four and a half years. She has been blessed to be involved and serving the Lord in the Women’s Ministry over the past year. Zanetta was saved in March 2005 as the result of a divorce. Praise the Lord, by His grace, He rescued her from her life of sin and utter destruction. He was truly found by one who did not seek nor ask for Him!
The Lord has blessed her with two beautiful children, Destiny and Joseph. She clings tightly to her Savior as she waits patiently for Him to reveal His glory through the restoration of her marriage and family.
Zanetta is passionate about the Word of God and the power within it. She seeks to encourage other women that they too can have an intimate relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, live an abundant life, be transformed, and grow deeper in Him as they enjoy the truths found in His Word.