Our Leadership

OUR LEADERSHIP

Brad & Cassidy Wilkinson

On November 13, 2022, Brad and Cassidy stepped into the role of Lead Pastors of Christian Life Austin.

Brad was born and raised in Austin and has been a member of CLA his entire life. Together, they have served in ministry at CLA since 2005 in many different capacities. After getting to know each other since childhood, Brad and Cassidy married in 2006 and have three children: Wyndsor, Caroline, and Ellory. Brad received his Bachelor's degree in biblical studies and his Master's in Family / Human Services from Liberty University.

Cassidy received her Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Texas State University.

Brad and Cassidy count it the privilege of a lifetime to serve the wonderful people who call Christian Life Austin home.

Rex & Patti Johnson

On November 13, 2022, Rex and Patti stepped in to the role of Senior Pastors of Christian Life Austin.

Rex and Patti have been married since 1982 and pastors at CLA since 1990. They have three adult married daughters and nine grandchildren.

Rex has been in ministry for over 50 years serving as lead pastor in two churches previous to coming to Austin.

Together they enjoy traveling, attending sporting events, watching movies and spending time with family. Their ultimate joy is being a part of this growing church and seeing lives transformed by the grace of God.

Executive Team

Jarron Davis

Chief Of Staff

Randy Davenport

Worship Pastor

Administrative Team

Debbie Howard

Prayer Director

Jason Kelch

Facilities Director

Misty McNicholas

Office Administrator

Creative Team

Blake Kelch

Creative Director

Elisha Kelch

Events Director | Social Media Director

Kevin Pope

Video Director

Next Generation Team

Amy Vasquez

Kids Director

Holly Saenz

Kids Assistant

Luke Meadows

NextGen Worship Director

Jessica McNicholas

Student Director

Sam Lee

NextGen Director / Young Adult Pastor