The people behind the mission

Pastor Juan Valdez serves as Secretary and Protector of the Faith Foundation, providing spiritual oversight, governance accountability, and mission stewardship for the organization. With more than 40 years of Christian faith and nearly 30 years of ordained ministry experience, Pastor Valdez offers a lifetime of leadership grounded in biblical principles, service, and integrity.

His ministry has extended across the United States, South America, Central America, the Caribbean, and Africa, where he has taught, preached, and supported faith-based outreach initiatives. Known for his wisdom, humility, and commitment to discipleship, Pastor Valdez has dedicated his life to helping individuals and families discover hope, purpose, and restoration through faith.

Beyond ministry, Pastor Valdez and his wife, Martha, demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to their community through business ownership, operating a successful hair studio in the same San Antonio location for 34 years. Such longevity reflects the consistency, reliability, and stewardship that have characterized both his professional and ministry endeavors throughout his life.

Pastor Valdez currently serves as an Associate Pastor at Temple of Praise and resides in Texas with his wife, Martha. Together they have built a legacy of faith that spans generations, including three daughters, six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Scott Ellis serves as Treasurer and Board Chair of the Faith Foundation, providing financial oversight, strategic guidance, and leadership in support of the Foundation's mission to expand affordable housing opportunities and strengthen communities through faith-based service.

Scott is the owner of E4 Roofing and Construction, a Georgetown, Texas-based company he has successfully led for more than 15 years. His experience as a business owner provides the Foundation with valuable expertise in financial management, operations, project coordination, and organizational leadership. He also brings extensive construction and housing industry knowledge that helps support the Foundation's affordable housing initiatives.

A longtime Georgetown resident of more than 24 years, Scott and his wife, Christy, have been married for 37 years and have raised two daughters together. Scott and Christy are active members of their local church, where they serve through ministry, fellowship, and community engagement. Scott has also participated in mission work in Mexico, demonstrating a commitment to serving others both locally and abroad.