Our Speakers

Arnold Arreaga is a guatemalan-born musician and singer. Ge currently serves as one of the youth and worship leaders at The Woodlands Methodist Church. Former bass player and musical director for Vertical, a project of Integrity Music, has ministered across the continent, led worship and shared stage with renowned Christian artists. Arnold has served in some of the largest multi-campus churches in Latin America and the U.S. He is pursuing pastoral studies at Baylor University's Truett Seminary. He lives in Houston with his wife, Melanie, and their two daughters.

Matt is a Deacon in the Global Methodist Church and pastors two churches in Navarro County. He has been in ministry for 8 years. As deacon, he spends much of his time assisting nonprofits and social service agencies with a keen eye on food insecurities. His favorite ministries include ministries of discernment and discipleship to young adults. Matt and his wife, Claire disciple many young adults right from their home. His greatest ministry is fatherhood to his three young children.

Allison Myers is a digital marketing strategist with a passion for helping ministries and nonprofits share their stories effectively. She holds a master’s degree in Communication and has been an active member of Tyler Street Church since moving to Dallas in 2016. Allison serves in multiple roles at the church, including Lay Leader, trustee, and a weekly Saturday worship volunteer. Originally from New Mexico, Dallas has become her home, and she is passionate about connecting faith and culture to serve both the church and the broader community.

Pastor Mark has a passion for helping others understand God’s word through relevant and relatable teaching and preaching of Scripture. He is the founding Pastor of Victory Baptist Church. He previously served at Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church for eleven years as minster over the Youth, Vacation bible school and Outreach. He and his wife have two children. Mark is also an attorney for the past four year in which he helps serve our DFW community.

Jordan Guidroz is a dedicated professional based in Dallas, Texas, with a deep passion for music and culture. Originally from Lafayette, Louisiana, she has spent most of the last decade in Texas, where she plays piano weekly for The Branch band. In April 2024, Jordan wrote and released her first album and is eager to continue producing music in any capacity. She works at Dallas Baptist University, bringing creativity and dedication to her role. At 28, she is most passionate about making music and fostering an appreciation for the cultural influences that shape the world around us.

Sarah Matzke is the office manager at Tyler Street Church and serves on the Communication Committee. As a child of missionaries in the Solomon Islands, Sarah has been connected to the Tyler Street family for most of her life. She helps keep the church running by serving in various capacities, from facility management to event coordination to content creation and everything in between. Her unique background and lifelong involvement with Tyler Street have led to a passion for serving the church and the Oak Cliff community.

Brian grew up in Denton, Texas and attended Texas A&M University. He received a degree in Agricultural Economics and Business, and while attending was able to get his start in student ministry. Brian says that he went to college to get a degree but was able to find his true career while working in youth ministry during college. His favorite thing about student and college ministry is seeing student grow and find their calling in life while growing in their relationship with Jesus and through different stages of life.