Pastor Matt Cagle

Pastor Matt has been married to his beautiful wife, Alison, for almost 19 years. They are blessed with a son, Haddon (10), and a daughter, Corrie (7). He has been working in churches since he was 18. He was a part of a successful church plant in San Diego, CA, and he has been privileged to pastor for the last ten years. He has a bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies from Dallas Baptist University, Masters of Divinity from Southern California Seminary, and he is currently enrolled in the Doctor of Ministry program at The Master's Seminary

Russell Shelton

After futile attempts to govern his own life, he began to surrender and walk according to God's Word in the late seventies.  From New Orleans to Dallas (20 Years), from Dallas to Phoenix (25 years) and returning to Dallas (5 years ago), he dropped anchor in Wylie to fellowship at Risen Church (February 2023) where he cheerfully serves as an elder. Although traveling and playing pickleball keep him active, his greatest joy is in the Lord. Russell and his beautiful wife, Jacquelyn, are empty-nesters, but children, grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren are nearby. According to both of them, from God’s Word, they are BLESSED!

Jay Cook

Jay was blessed to marry his beautiful wife Tina over 30 years ago. God has blessed them with two wonderful children and a daughter-in-law. God also added a beautiful granddaughter to the family who loves her "Nina" and "Grumpy.” Some of Jay’s favorite things to do are camping, hiking, bike riding, and exploring new coffee shops, and he also enjoys taking boxing classes with his daughter. Jay is fluent in ASL and has been involved in various Deaf ministries over the years. He sees it as a great privilege to serve His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ by serving as an elder at Risen Church.


Bryan Brady

Bryan has been married to his wife, Jen, for over 10 years. They have been blessed with three sons, Jude (8), Andrew (6) and Zachariah (3). He has been serving in churches since he was 16 years old. His main area of service has been in music ministry, the positions he currently serves here at Risen Church. Bryan is currently working on his Biblical and Theological studies degree online at Arizona Christian University and has plans to attend Dallas Theological Seminary for his Master's in Media Arts and Worship. He enjoys hunting, camping, and exploring the outdoors with his family.