Church Structure
Why Is RockPointe An Elder Led Church?
- The Greek word presbuteros, translated “elder” in English, is found 58 times (by far the most used term for church leaders) in the Greek New Testament.
- The Judean Church possessed “elders” (Acts 11: 30).
- They were appointed by Paul and Barnabas (Acts 14:23).
- They were visited by Paul and Barnabas in Jerusalem (Acts 15:2).
- Peter appealed to the “elders” as a “fellow elder” (I Peter 5:1).
- They are entrusted with God's work (Titus 1:5-7).
- They “direct the affairs of the church,” and some do the work of “preaching and teaching “(I Tim 5:17).
- The last two passages listed are the primary passages that indicate that the Pastor was also regarded as one of the “elders."
- It is because of these Scriptures and many others that RockPointe believes that the governing leaders of the church should be elders.
Throughout Scripture the words “overseer and elder” are used interchangeably (much like we use the terms “pastor and preacher”).
- Elders can be nominated by any active member who is currently serving in a ministry of RockPointe Church.
- All nominations must meet the standards listed for an elder in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1:6-9.
- An elder must have served in the church for a minimum of two years.
- An elder must be an active Covenant member of the church.
Elder Team
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Ron Holton
Pastor
My Family: Wife Allison, Children: Brock (6), Chloe (2).
My Story: I felt called to be a minister when I was a Senior in High School, but didn't consider going into full-time until after serving in the Phillipines and teaching in a School. It was during that time that I felt God was leading me to go to Seminary so I moved to Fort Worth to attend Southwestern Seminary. I had the opportunity to serve on staff at two great churches: First Baptist Church Euless and Prestonwood. During my time at Prestonwood, God put it upon my family's heart to begin a new church so in 2002 we moved to Lantana to begin the church Now known as RockPointe but it started as The Church at Lantana.
Something Most People Don't Know: I was a High School teacher and Football coach before going to Seminary.
My Trademark Expression: "Sin makes you stupid."
Besides the Bible, my recommended reading would be: My Utmost for His Highest (Chambers), Celebration of Discipline and Devotional Classics by Richard Foster, anything by C.S. Lewis
I'm Most Excited About: Future of RockPointe's Mission and Vision
My Favorite TV Shows: Seinfeld and LSU Football
In my free time, I usually: Spend time with my family and read.
My Story: I felt called to be a minister when I was a Senior in High School, but didn't consider going into full-time until after serving in the Phillipines and teaching in a School. It was during that time that I felt God was leading me to go to Seminary so I moved to Fort Worth to attend Southwestern Seminary. I had the opportunity to serve on staff at two great churches: First Baptist Church Euless and Prestonwood. During my time at Prestonwood, God put it upon my family's heart to begin a new church so in 2002 we moved to Lantana to begin the church Now known as RockPointe but it started as The Church at Lantana.
Something Most People Don't Know: I was a High School teacher and Football coach before going to Seminary.
My Trademark Expression: "Sin makes you stupid."
Besides the Bible, my recommended reading would be: My Utmost for His Highest (Chambers), Celebration of Discipline and Devotional Classics by Richard Foster, anything by C.S. Lewis
I'm Most Excited About: Future of RockPointe's Mission and Vision
My Favorite TV Shows: Seinfeld and LSU Football
In my free time, I usually: Spend time with my family and read.
Bob Lines
Elder
My Family: Wife Kathy. Children: Meredith (24), Jefferson (21).
My Story: I helped my Dad at a mission church in Okinawa when I was 11 years old. It was a beer hall during the week and we set it up on Sunday morning for worship. I was in charge of collecting all the bottle tops. I can still remember the smell of wood floors soaked in beer. By the time we left we had a permanent building.
Something Most People Don't Know: Even though I am a pilot I get car sick if I am not in the front row.
My Trademark Expression: "We're burning daylight" & when I fly I will jokingly ask my copilot "Now tell me again - what does this switch do?"
Besides the Bible, my recommended reading would be: Any Clive Cussler book.
I'm Most Excited About: My upcoming retirement.
My Favorite TV Shows: MASH, Seinfeld.
In my free time, I usually: restore old MG cars.
My Story: I helped my Dad at a mission church in Okinawa when I was 11 years old. It was a beer hall during the week and we set it up on Sunday morning for worship. I was in charge of collecting all the bottle tops. I can still remember the smell of wood floors soaked in beer. By the time we left we had a permanent building.
Something Most People Don't Know: Even though I am a pilot I get car sick if I am not in the front row.
My Trademark Expression: "We're burning daylight" & when I fly I will jokingly ask my copilot "Now tell me again - what does this switch do?"
Besides the Bible, my recommended reading would be: Any Clive Cussler book.
I'm Most Excited About: My upcoming retirement.
My Favorite TV Shows: MASH, Seinfeld.
In my free time, I usually: restore old MG cars.
Troy Miller
Elder
My Family: Children: Michael, Cheryl, David.
My Story: Bible Class Teacher J.E. Warrington was a wonderful example of a servant. I learned that we are all blessed with GOD given gifts that should be used for in service for the glory of our Savior.
Something Most People Don't Know: When I was young I had a dream to be a pro baseball player.
My Trademark Expression:
Besides the Bible, my recommended reading would be: "What is so Amazing About Grace."
I'm Most Excited About: What GOD has planned for our church.
My Favorite TV Shows: MASH, American Idol.
In my free time, I usually: Enjoy playing golf, spending time with all of my family in the Colorado Rockies.
My Story: Bible Class Teacher J.E. Warrington was a wonderful example of a servant. I learned that we are all blessed with GOD given gifts that should be used for in service for the glory of our Savior.
Something Most People Don't Know: When I was young I had a dream to be a pro baseball player.
My Trademark Expression:
Besides the Bible, my recommended reading would be: "What is so Amazing About Grace."
I'm Most Excited About: What GOD has planned for our church.
My Favorite TV Shows: MASH, American Idol.
In my free time, I usually: Enjoy playing golf, spending time with all of my family in the Colorado Rockies.
David Lasiter
Elder
My Family: Wife Cindy. Children: Matthew (32), Elaina (30), Megan (24).
My Story: Ron called my wife to teach the ladies and poof I'm an elder.
Something Most People Don't Know: I am a plumber during the week and bake cupcakes on the weekend.
My Trademark Expression: "I'm the FUN ELDER see Troy if you have a problem."
Besides the Bible, my recommended reading would be: The Obituary.
I'm Most Excited About: My wife.
My Favorite TV Shows: Army Wives.
In my free time, I usually: Sleep.
My Story: Ron called my wife to teach the ladies and poof I'm an elder.
Something Most People Don't Know: I am a plumber during the week and bake cupcakes on the weekend.
My Trademark Expression: "I'm the FUN ELDER see Troy if you have a problem."
Besides the Bible, my recommended reading would be: The Obituary.
I'm Most Excited About: My wife.
My Favorite TV Shows: Army Wives.
In my free time, I usually: Sleep.
Calvin Murphy
Elder
