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Kristel Zelaya
Kristel Zelaya is a freelance writer and editor with global experience. She served as marketing manager for Assemblies of God U.S. Missions and as a writer and editor for Assemblies of God World Missions. These experiences have led her to numerous countries and cultures — far from beaten paths — on behalf of many who did not know how deeply their stories matter. Zelaya is also a licensed Assemblies of God minister. She and her husband Rudy share two daughters.
Open Doors and Open Hearts
Ozark Assembly, located in southwest Missouri, is seeing the Kingdom impact of fully dedicating their building and their lives to the Lord’s work.
Nov 19, 2025 , By Kristel Zelaya
Unlimited — Making Jesus Accessible
With a heart for persons with disabilities and a passion to make Jesus accessible to everyone, Lonnie and Janet Nance launched Unlimited Ministries, helping churches create environments that are accessible, approachable, and accepting.
Oct 28, 2025 , By Kristel Zelaya
Butterfly: The Story of Esther Vargas
After finding Christ amidst the bleakest of circumstances, Esther Vargas now shares her testimony of God’s deliverance and transformation.
Sep 17, 2025 , By Kristel Zelaya
Holding the Plough, Offering Hope
Christian Life Assembly is reaching its community’s most vulnerable populations.
Sep 16, 2025 , By Kristel Zelaya
Inspiring a City, Stewarding a Legacy
After a successful merger, Inspire Church has opened its uniquely designed doors to the community and is bringing the fresh love of Jesus to a desert town.
Sep 01, 2025 , By Kristel Zelaya
Refined by Fire
Though circumstances seemed overwhelming, God demonstrated His goodness to an Iowa church whose building was devastated by a fire.
Jul 01, 2025 , By Kristel Zelaya
Reach Church Des Moines: In the City, For the City
Des Moines church follows God’s leading to remain in the heart of the city and establish a dream center to serve local residents.
Jun 18, 2025 , By Kristel Zelaya
SEU Worship: Blessing Born of Prayer
The campus worship team of Southeastern University is developing the next generation of songwriters and worship leaders while blessing churches with new worship songs.
May 23, 2025 , By Kristel Zelaya
Obedience in Prayer Leads to Healing and Renewed Faith
Being obedient in prayer, Full Life Church is experiencing victory in the physical and spiritual realms.
Apr 21, 2025 , By Kristel Zelaya
Pathfinder: Equipping Women to Serve in Ministry
A newly released resource provides training pathways for women with a call to serve in any ministry capacity.
Mar 05, 2025 , By Kristel Zelaya
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