SPEAKERS' BIOS
Apostle Theo
Wolmarans
Apostle Theo Wolmarans, along with his wife, Ps. Beverley Wolmarans, founded Christian Family Church International in 1979 in Johannesburg, South Africa, a church where 30 000 believers consider Christian Family Church to be their home. In December 2002, Ap Wolmarans, his wife and family, went to Texas and started Christian Family Church, San Antonio. His calling as an Apostle and pioneer has caused the birthing and overseeing of more than 1000 Christian Family Churches worldwide, with a total membership of over 150,000 people. He is a dedicated father to his spiritual sons in the faith, helping them to develop in every area of their lives to be successful ministers of the Word. As a dynamic, anointed teacher of the Word of God, Ap Theo flows mightily in the gifts of the spirit, specifically in healing and supernatural signs and wonders.
He is an accomplished author and his books challenge, edify and exhort the reader to walk in a deeper relationship with God, as he instructs people on how to hear the voice of God and make God-guided choices. Apostle Theo Wolmarans is a man called to prayer and the most important thing in his life is to know the will of God in all his decisions.
Pastor Beverley
Wolmarans
Together with her husband, Apostle Theo, Pastor Beverley Wolmarans co-founded Christian Family Church International in September 1979. She has worked tirelessly alongside her husband in building this anointed ministry. Pastor Beverley Wolmarans is impassioned to impact the lives of women. Her desire is to see women set free and be everything God planned and designed them to be. As a vivacious preacher and exhorter, Pastor Beverley is a very popular speaker. She shares life lessons that she has learned with a practical, down-to-earth approach. She uses her own experiences with humour and boldness but always with an underlying message of hope and encouragement. Pastor Beverley also has the heart to see orphans taken care of around the world, especially in Africa, where the need is the greatest.
John
Bevere
John Bevere is a minister known for his bold, uncompromising approach to God’s Word. He is also an international best-selling author who has written more than 20 books that have collectively sold millions of copies and been translated into over 130 languages. Along with his wife, Lisa, John is the co-founder of Messenger International, a ministry committed to revolutionizing global discipleship. Driven by a passion to develop uncompromising followers of Christ, Messenger has given over 60 million translated resources to leaders across the globe. To extend these efforts, the MessengerX app was developed, providing digital discipleship resources at no cost to users in more than 120 languages. MessengerX currently has users in over 20,000 cities and over 235 nations. When John is home in Franklin, Tennessee, you’ll find him loving on his g-babies, playing pickleball, or trying to persuade Lisa to take up golf.
Pastor Jacob
Aranza
Pastor Jacob Aranza and his wife Michelle are the founders of the Our Saviors Church Family of Churches, Aranza Outreach, E3 Leadership Network and Love Acadiana Inc. Together, they have raised five strong boys and one beautiful daughter in the heart of South Louisiana. Through Aranza Outreach Pastor Jacob has spoken to over 5,000,000 young people around the world. He is a best-selling author with 5 books in print. Pastor Jacob has shared ministry platforms with Billy Graham, Focus on the Family, Promise Keepers and Campus Crusade for Christ. He is the former chaplain of the New Orleans Saints as well as serving other professional teams and players with influence that’s far-reaching. In addition to these things, Pastor Jacob and Michelle bring oversight to many flourishing churches throughout the USA. Pastor Jacob’s life mission is to break the strongholds of PRIDE, POVERTY and PREJUDICE through the regions he is called to serve.
Pastor Natalie
Key
Natalie Key, an ordained pastor, holds a Bachelor of Ministry Degree from Christian Family Church-International Bible College. She has dedicated over ten years to full-time ministry. The daughter of Apostle Theo and Ps Bev Wolmarans, she serves alongside her husband, Pastor Lance Key, at Our Savior's Church in Youngsville, Louisiana. Natalie, a proud mother of three wonderful children, has a deep love for prayer.
She has a passion for leading people to a greater understanding of the Holy Spirit and our relationship with Him. By God's grace, she has also been given a gift to help children have this special intimate relationship with the Holy Spirit.
Natalie Key is a dynamic speaker who inspires her messages with real-life experiences and her unwavering faith in Jesus.
Pastor Candace
Barnes
Candace Barnes, a devoted wife and the proud mother of three boys and a beautiful girl, has been happily married to Travis Barnes for 18 years. She is the youngest daughter of Apostle Theo and Pastor Beverley. Candace obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Ministry from CFCI Bible College. For 15 years, she served as an ordained pastor at CFC San Antonio until she felt led by God to be home full-time with their four children.
Under the guidance of Apostle Theo and Pastor Beverley, Candace developed a deep and profound understanding of God’s Word, which now serves as the cornerstone of her faith and trust in Jesus Christ. Known for her charismatic speaking style, she delivers a compelling message of healing, faith, and encouragement to individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
