Our Journey of Faith and Community
Discover the story of The Living Lighthouse Church, our beliefs and convictions, and our leadership.
We're here to share the Light of Christ and serve Rocksprings, TX.
Our Story: From the Park to a Permanent Sanctuary
Our story as a Church Family began about 10 years ago in a local park where we gathered for fellowship and services. Through divine intervention, we transitioned from the park to a churchgoer's carport, then eventually into their home. By God's grace and kindness, He continued to guide us and provide for us the building we currently are at now. We are blessed and thankful to have a place to worship God.
Meet our Church Leaders
By God's grace and anointing, He's blessed us with Biblical, trustworthy, and accountable Leaders who love, serve, guide, protect and are entrusted to lead the flock of God faithfully.
Pastor-Tudy Rios (Lead Pastor)
Pastor Tudy grew up in Rocksprings, TX all his life where he was raised by his mother. Growing up without a father figure around led him to find a so-called "love in the streets". At an early age he fell in love with the "street life" and developed a life style of hardcore drug dealing. Although Pastor Tudy had been a great skilled custom carpenter (even to this day), selling drugs was where the money was at; he chased that life until he was about 28 years old. He was involved in a drive by shoot in the small town of Rocksprings, TX but by God's grace no one was killed or seriously injured. After the shooting, by God's grace, he was acquitted of the charges due to self defense. He continued to look for the people that came after him to get his revenge but God did not allow that to happen-God had other plans. When he was visiting family in San Angelo, TX and still full of vengeance, God spoke to his heart and led him to attend church. While at church the preacher hit on Galatians 5 and the Fruit of The Spirit. Immediately Pastor Tudy was convicted to his soul and realized his need for Jesus. That day he repented of his sins and surrendered his life to Jesus. From then on he continued to seek Christ whole heartedly and God began a new work in his life. As the years went by Pastor Tudy continued to serve Jesus, grew spiritually, and saturated himself in the scriptures. Throughout his walk with Christ he has led his family to Jesus, led Bible studies regularly for years, and has ministered to many souls, and continues to do so. God laid on his heart, and on the hearts of others, that he was calling him to become a pastor and lead the sheep of God. He has been our lead pastor for years now and takes this calling very seriously.
Pastor Tudy is married to his loving wife Teresa, they have 3 beautiful daughters and a precious baby boy on the way.
Pastor-Jay Magaña (Associate Pastor)
Pastor-Brother Jay Magaña grew up in Eagle Pass, TX most of his life. Growing up Bother Jay faced many difficulties, without a father figure, his mom was left to raise him and his siblings. With that came many challenges and he was led to life on the streets alongside older brothers who also ran the streets. Brother Jay developed that same mentality as his older brothers taught him. He would soon meet his wife and move to Rocksprings and have two sons. Despite having a family Brother Jay continued to live that street life for many years and was very close with Pastor Tudy in the streets. God had been calling Brother for many years and felt in his heart that he needed to surrender, yet he just couldn't let go of the life he was living. When Pastor Tudy's shoot out incident happened, he was out of town getting his barbering license; by God's divine plan Brother Jay was not present. However, because of that incident the Holy Spirit ministered to Brother Jay's heart and soon surrendered his life to Jesus. He continued to seek and follow Christ without looking back. God anointed Brother Jay and called him to take the role of a Deacon, and has served God and the body of Christ for years as well as leading his Family. But here recently God had been calling Brother Jay to a deeper calling that he couldn't ignore, and as a body of Christ we have seen our dear Brother grow into this calling that The Lord was leading him into and has been appointed to serve as Associate Pastor.
Brother Jay is married to his beautiful wife Leeann, and has three boys.
Deacon-Jesse Avila
Deacon/Brother Jesse Avila grew up all his life in Rocksprings, TX. Growing up Brother Jesse had both of his parents around but that didn't stop him from being mischievous like most kids growing up. As a teenager he hung around people who partied and did drugs, which developed into a lifestyle of the same habits. This continued for many years as he became an adult chasing money, woman, drugs and the lusts of the world; but it could never satisfy and fill the void he was missing. His actions led him to regretfully commit crime and poor decisions that resulted in being behind bars with prison time. After getting out he went back to chasing money as a certified and talented welder, but again got caught up in the same cycle. Until he couldn't take it no more and was broken and lost. God allowed Pastor Tudy to go minister to his heart and share the Gospel with Brother Jesse. God began to work on his heart and he made the decision to go to church and start following Jesus. Brother Jesse was faced with another hard tragedy, the passing of his father, and that led him to turn away from Jesus due to being angry at God. He went back into the lifestyle that kept him trapped most of his life, but God being so loving and merciful convicted Brother Jesse and worked on his heart and led him back to the cross. He repented and sought the Lord with everything he had and continues to follow and serve Jesus till this day. He has a true leadership spirit and anointing of God to be a Deacon.
Brother Jesse is married to his dear wife Bobbie Jo, and has two children.
Deacon- Bob Stickler
Deacon/Brother Bob Stickler grew up in New York with his late mother. Brother Bob shares at times how it was tough for them growing up in New York with not much. He later moved to Texas where he served in the Navy and settled in San Antonio, TX with his wife Patty. Brother Bob is a retired skilled carpenter, plumber, tile worker amongst many other trades. Brother Bob was a heavy smoker and drinker prior to giving his life to Christ. He and Sister Patty eventually moved from San Antonio to a small ranch property nearby Rocksprings. He had previously attended churches but never felt the Spirit of The Lord truly. Eventually, he and Pastor Tudy started working together in the carpentry business. During that time, Pastor Tudy started sharing the Word with him and the Holy Spirit began a work in his heart and convicted him of the way he was living. He wasn't truly serving Christ and living the scriptures out, but God convicted him and he repented by faithfully surrendering and following Jesus. Brother Bob is a man of integrity and full of wisdom and anointed as one of our Deacons.
Brother is married to his beloved wife Patty, and has one son.
Our Unwavering Commitment to Biblical Truth
What sets The Living Lighthouse Church apart in the Rocksprings area is our steadfast dedication to keeping it 100% Biblical. Every sermon, every teaching, and every aspect of our fellowship is rooted deeply in the Scriptures. We believe in the power and truth of God's Word to guide, inspire, and transform lives.
A Warm Welcome for Those Seeking Jesus
At the Living Lighthouse Church, we hope that everyone who is lost and in need of Jesus will feel welcomed. Our doors are open to all who seek spiritual guidance and a genuine connection with Christ. We are a church family built on love, acceptance, and the shared desire to grow closer to God. Come as you are but don't stay as you are, and discover a place where you can belong.