Since the age of 11, Rita has been playing piano and writing music. "I remember not being able to talk to anyone about how I felt, but I could sing anything to God," she recalls. "I now realize that the Lord was preparing me to minister through music." Recording her song, "Make Us A Prayer" on the Touching the Father's Heart Num. 12 - Throne of Grace album, led to Rita's involvement with the Vineyard Music Group. There she was able to pursue her calling as a worship leader. During this time of writing and recording, Rita started her own Kindred Joy label and released two independent CD's just prior to signing with Floodgate Records. Rita currently travels upwards to 40 weekends a year, leading worship and teaching worldwide. Although Rita has led worship for thousands, she has stayed true to an audience of ONE. On December 1st, 2004, Rita adopted her son, Justice Zane Anesu Springer. Rita and Justice reside in North Carolina, where Rita bases her ministry out of Fire Church.

One of the premier voices that is being raised up to proclaim God's infallible Word, is that of Evangelist Robert Madu II. Robert felt the call of God on his life to minister at the age of thirteen. After which, the Lord began using him strategically in his local Church.

It was at the age of seventeen that Robert strongly felt God calling him to preach the gospel. Since then God has opened up a plethora of opportunities for him to minister to several Churches, Youth Groups, and Schools across this nation through dynamic preaching. Robert's ability to minister to people of all races, cultures, and generations has made him a commanding and captivating communicator.

It is Robert's passion and desire to see all people, both young and old come into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and to see them become empowered to do all that God has called them to do.

Bob is an incredibly seasoned leader who has served in ministry for numerous years.  His passion to share the true essence of worship with others bubbles over through his convicting and inspiring messages, encouraging worshippers to pursue the heart of God.  Bob has brought thousands the message of faith and hope through his books - Exploring Worship, Secrets of The Secret Place, and The Fire of Delayed Answers.

Roger Hodges is a gifted worship leader, musician and songwriter.  He has served in worship ministry for 22 years, releasing several highly acclaimed recordings and building worship ministries in several local congregations. 

Bring Ming was the worship leader at Christ For The Nations Institute from 2004-2008.  Previous to ministering at Christ For The Nations, he served as the youth pastor, college pastor, masters commission director, music pastor and young adults district coordinator for various ministries.  Brian’s passion is to see this generation make a difference.

Marco Barrientos is known as a worship leader and conference speaker throughout most of the world, especially Latin America.  In recent years, he has implemented his ability to flow in prophetic worship into his live recordings, the combination of which he is especially known for.  Marco has over 30 worship recordings to date, and is the author of three books.  He travels worldwide holding various “Aliento del Cielo” conferences.  He is known as a facilitator for significant spiritual encounters with the Lord.  His ministry actively participates in teaching people the fundamental principles of the Lord’s kingdom, as well as teaching practical application to such principles to everyday life.

Denis Campos serves on staff in the worship department at Christ For The Nations Institute as the Director of the School of Worship and Technical Arts, and also as the oversight to those in the worship department.  His passion is to train up those who will lead this generation and the next into a dynamic lifestyle of worship, equipping each person he connects with in the tools necessary to make a lasting impact for the kingdom of God.

For over 13 years, she has been involved with worship groups that have ministered around the world. In April 2006, she took a position as a Worship Pastor at Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas, where she serves on a regular basis. Kari believes it's not enough for us to merely experience God's presence; we must also affect the lives of others and help them draw closer to God. Her passion is to see people impacted and changed by His goodness, and to see the world changed by the reality and nearness of God's presence.

Klaus is the founder and Director of Pure Worship Ministries and is a worshipper whose passion for God’s presence is evident. Klaus ministers under a strong prophetic anointing using both the keyboard and voice to declare God’s glory.  A gifted songwriter and musician, he travels with a desire to see the body of Christ come into a deeper level of God’s presence.  From 2003-2005 he served as the director of Worship at Christ for the Nations Institute in Dallas, Texas.  He and his wife Julie, and their three children reside in McKinney, Texas.

Regeneration is the tonic fusion of ardent worship and organic rock, with the raw passion of a desperate generation to reach the heart of their Holy Father. This band is a powerhouse of talent, passion and zeal for purity in the presence of God, ushering young people into heartfelt adoration for Jesus Christ. Regeneration’s ability to serve and lead worship in various youth and college-aged settings promises a life-changing event for your church and community.

The Advanced School of Worship and Technical Arts (SOWTA) at Christ For The Nations Institute is a two-semester program designed to equip students with practical skills in all areas of worship and technical arts ministry. Courses are taught in mini-mesters, which last two to four weeks, allowing both full and part-time students the opportunity to focus on one skill at a time. With an emphasis on student projects, students are trained and challenged, acquiring real-world experience along the way. This knowledge enables them to serve in a variety of ministry capacities in the areas of worship and technical arts.

Christ For The Nations (CFN) Praise Band has been the forerunner in passionate, uplifting and intimate praise and worship music for more than 20 years.

The heritage of the Christ For The Nations Praise Band is rich and full of testimonies from those who have encountered Jesus Christ in a life-defining way through the pure worship of CFN. Songs such as “When I Think About the Lord,” “As The Deer,” “Revelation Song,” “Pursuer of My Soul,” “My Romance,” “You, You Are God,” “The More I Seek You,” “Unto The Lamb” and “Exchange” were written by staff, faculty, students and alumni of Christ For The Nations Institute.

The Christ For The Nations Praise Band has ministered to thousands of people around the world, and currently leads worship for conferences, conventions and events worldwide, where people are simply hungry for the presence of God. The members of the band wish to encounter the life-transforming presence of Jesus Christ alongside people who are hungry for transformation.

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Jaycee Jennings is the youth director of Christ for the Nations. He presently oversees the Youth For Fhe Nations camp and the School of Youth Ministry which trains college students how to become youth pastors. Jaycee also currently oversees the Youth For The Nations worship band and has spent valuable time training and investing into a team of worshipers that lead this generation into intimacy with God.

He has previously been involved in youth ministry for over 17 years as a youth evangelist, creative arts specialist and a youth pastor.  Jaycee has spoken at numerous youth conferences and events, bringing creativity, humor, and the reality of Jesus Christ to thousands of teenagers and leaders across America.

Julian was born and raised in a Christian home in Cali, Colombia.  He attended Christ For The Nations Institute for two years and  he now ministers through his music by traveling with Marco Barrientos, Klaus Kuehn and various other worship musicians throughout the world.  Julian has assisted several ministries in their recording production, and also serves as the worship leader at his local church.  Julian is noted for his incredible songwriting and music arranging abilities, as well as his musical talent on the keys.

Keith Banks is a global worship teacher and drummer known for his worship teachings and prophetic worship drumming. He has taught or ministered at worship conferences, seminars, live recordings, TV appearances, concerts, oversea outreach missions and local churches. Keith is a graduate and licensed minister of Christ For The Nations Institute and holds a Bachelors in Business Management from Dallas Baptist University. Keith is on staff at Christ For The Nations Institute and travels with Klaus Kuehn and Marco Barrientos ministering in worship.

Randy Adams has recorded and engineered the Christ For The Nations worship recordings for more than fifteen years. In 1999, Randy Adams built his own recording studio AdamSound Studios at Christ For The Nations Institute. Formed as an independent audio production company, he began concentrating on location recordings of church choirs and praise and worship music.

The underlying philosophy that guides all the activities of this company reflects pure excellence. Randy has produced countless albums for Integrity, Alvan Slaughter, Klaus, and so many more that it’s hard to keep track of them all sometimes! His training and teaching is thorough, reliable and able to be put into use for all recording and sound engineers.

Carlos is a brilliantly talented artist, painter and sculptor who has many years experience teaching and training people in the area of art. Carlos has painted many astounding wall murals, as well as incredible art pieces, giving him clout and recognition with artists around the world.

Lemonte is a graduate of Christ For The Nations and a current student at Dallas Baptist University. His ability to lead people in dance has allowed him to influence crowds of thousands with his talent. He currently teaches at a dance studio in Dallas, TX and works at Christ For The Nations Institute. His passion is to train this generation in the area of dance, poi and whatever their creative expression might be, to make a difference in the world.

Sarah is a wonderfully experienced instructor in modern dance. She focuses specifically on the areas of hip-hop, jazz and lyrical dance. Sarah is a former student of Christ For The Nations and currently teaches at a well known dance studio in the DFW area. Her desire is to impart the heart of Christ into students as she trains and teaches them through the creative expression of dance.

A student from Dramatic Truth of the Arts, in Kansas City, MO, Bethany has studied ballet and modern dance for ten years.  Dramatic Truth taught her not only how to dance, but how to use here gift to glorify the Lord.  She has instructed ballet classes for all ages through private lessons and at institutions.  Bethany also led a youth and children’s dance team at Cornerstone Church.  She is a graduate from the School of Worship and Technical Arts at Christ for the Nations Institute, and also has her Bachelor of Arts degree in Interior Design.

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Johnathan Lewis is the Assistant Director of the School of Worship and Technical Arts at Christ For The Nations Institute. His responsibilities include raising up worship pastors, songwriters, audio engineers and much more to transform the world through the gifts that God has given them. He has a to see others reach their full potential and enjoys raising up leaders for this generation. Jonathan is married to his beautiful wife, Joanna, and they have two wonderful children.

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Daniel is a well seasoned musician and has traveled around the world, working with world renown musicians and worship leaders. His God given gift of playing with great skill has awarded him the opportunity to lead and train other musicians in enhancing their technique and skill level. He has played on several live worship recordings, and has also recorded on studio albums.  Daniel has an intense desire to use his gift for the glory of God and enjoys traveling and ministering to people around the world through his worship ministry.

Kenny Calderon is one of the audio engineers at Christ For The Nations. He is experienced in audio engineering and running live sound for conferences, live recordings and large events. Kenny graduated from the School of Worship and Technical Arts at Christ For The Nations and is working towards owning his own recording studio.

Gabe Allred is the worship leader for the morning chapel sessions at Christ For The Nations Institute. He and his beautiful wife Laura currently serve in ministry together and have been married for one year. Gabe is a seasoned musician, songwriter and worship leader who desires to lead people to the heart of God.

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