Our Panel of Pastors and Clergy
EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS 2 Stephanie & Gabriel McDaniel
EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS 5 Claudia & Paul Hardin
EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS 5 Chris & Erich Fickel
Paul is not only a senior pastor of his local church but a statewide bishop in his denomination as well. He also serves on the international executive board as his denomination’s general secretary. “I’ve been preaching the gospel since I was 7 years old,” he says. “I’m 43 now, so I’m approaching 40 years in the ministry, even though Claudia and I are still relatively young. I’m a pastor’s son. I grew up in the ministry, so it’s my life. But I’ve also been a social studies teacher, a debate coach, and a high school principal. And on top of that, I’m a real estate entrepreneur!”
Erich has been the pastor of his parish for 18 years. He’s closely involved with every aspect of the ministry. “There’s nothing I don’t do for the church,” he says. “I teach catechism classes, I preach and administer at the divine service twice a week, I teach adult Bible class, I teach Sunday school for the kids—all of it!” Chris and Erich were introduced to Melaleuca more than 20 years ago by Erich’s mother. At the time, Erich was seeking additional education but made time to help grow their Melaleuca business. They are so grateful they did! The monthly income they receive has blessed their lives for decades.
Gabriel was raised in a ministry household. His mother was a Sunday school teacher, and his stepfather was the pastor of their church. Gabriel trained in music throughout his childhood and became the praise and worship director at age 16. Fourteen years ago, he became the pastor and continues to lead the praise and worship as well. “I teach my church members how to live a healthy and more vibrant life through supplementation and cooking great food!” he says. “I teach unwavering biblical principles and how to apply them structurally to the lives of our members.”
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