Dr. David Hardage, Director of Church Engagement for Texans on Mission.

In the series Relationships, Dr. Kevin R. Warstler discusses our 'Relationship with God.'

Dr. Rolando D. Aguirre is the Associate Pastor of Teaching and Spanish Language Ministries at Park Cities Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas, where his life and work are devoted to Christ and the advancement of His kingdom. Known for his deep passion for discipleship, teaching, preaching, leadership development, missions, and community service, Dr. Aguirre brings a rich ministerial background to his role. Originally from Colombia, he has served in church planting, youth ministry, social work, missions coordination, outreach, and leadership development across Texas and Latin America. He is the visionary founder of Calvary en Español at Calvary Baptist Church in McAllen, Texas, a ministry making a profound impact along the Texas-Mexico border.

A respected leader, Dr. Aguirre served as First Vice President of the Convención Bautista Hispana de Texas (CBHT) from 2014 to 2016 and as President from 2017 to 2019, representing and guiding over 1,100 Hispanic churches across Texas. He is the creator and host of Descifrando Enigmas ("Decoding Enigmas") on Televisa and Un Tiempo de Esperanza ("A Time of Hope") on Channel 5.2, two impactful television programs that reached audiences along the Rio Grande Valley and the Mexican border. Currently, his weekly sermons are featured on Telemundo 39 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, furthering his reach in the Spanish-speaking community. Dr. Aguirre also founded and authored Un Minuto con Dios ("A Minute with God"), a daily devotional podcast and book that is widely cherished among Spanish speakers for its inspiring, accessible messages. He frequently writes and speaks for magazines, church networks, and nonprofit organizations and serves on various boards, where he dedicates his time to cultivating leaders, individuals, and organizations.

Since joining Park Cities, Dr. Aguirre has overseen the launch of two Spanish-language satellite services in Dallas. These include one in the multicultural Vickery Meadow area and another in partnership with the Buckner Family Hope Center in the Bachman Lake community.

Dr. Aguirre is a lifelong learner with a commitment to theological and pastoral education. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies from Baptist University of the Américas in San Antonio, Texas, a dual Master of Arts in Professional Counseling and Human Relations from Liberty University in Virginia, and a Doctorate in Transformational Leadership from Bakke Graduate University in Dallas. Currently, he is pursuing a PhD in Applied Theology at Midwestern Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Missouri.

Dr. Curtis Woods, Vice President of Academic Affairs

A faculty discussion panel on 'How to Keep Studying the Bible,' with Dr. David Brooks, Dr. Bobby Worthington, Dr. Kevin R. Warstler, Dr. Ty Kieser, Dr. Terri Moore, and Dr. Steven Sanders.

Dr. Barry Creamer. Dr. Creamer has served as president of Criswell College since 2014, after spending a combined 10 years as both a member of the faculty and as the Vice President of Academic Affairs. A trained philosopher and historian, Dr. Creamer holds a B.A. in English from Baylor University, an M.Div. from Criswell College, and a Ph.D. in Humanities from the University of Texas at Arlington.

For more than 20 years Dr. Creamer pastored churches across Texas, and he continues to preach conferences, teach lay audiences, and serve as interim pastor for churches in transition. Dr. Creamer has spent over a decade hosting his own podcast, Coffee with Creamer, a program covering relevant issues in ethics, ministry, and worldview, and has served on the Executive Committee of the Southern Baptist Convention’s Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. His writing has been featured on numerous print and electronic platforms.

Moderator: Luis Juárez, Vice President of Student Affairs & Communications, Dean of Students at Criswell College

Panelists:

• Dr. David Reyes, Talent & Leadership Development
• Dr. Gabriel Cortes, Hispanic Education at Texas Baptists
• Dr. Miguel Lopez, Sr. Pastor at FBC Duncanville
• Abel Lopez, President/CEO at Clay Student Leadership

Dr. Josh King has served as Lead Pastor at First Baptist Church Lewisville since January 2024. With 23 years in full-time ministry, his passion lies in guiding established churches towards growth and renewal. This passion extends beyond the pulpit, as evidenced by his co-hosting the podcast "EST" alongside Sam Rainer, focused on equipping church leaders.

Josh resides in Argyle with his wife Jacki C. King, both proud graduates of Criswell College in Dallas. He holds a Master of Arts in Religion and a Doctor of Ministry in Executive Leadership, reflecting his commitment to theological grounding and leadership excellence. When not leading the church, you might find him spending time with his three sons, exploring the Texas Hill Country, cheering on the Longhorns, or stocking up on essentials at HEB – his (obnoxiously) Texan spirit shining brightly in all he does.