Michael Alameda
Commissioned in 1992 with his wife, Claire, as missionaries to Tucson’s Hispanic community, he has served as Co-Founder and Director of Corazón Ministries since 1994 and has also held the role of Board President since then. Married to Claire since 1985, he is the father of three children: Estevan, Andrea, and Ron. He is also a committed member of Christ Community Church. “Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.” — 2 Timothy 2:3
Claire Alameda
Commissioned in 1992 with her husband, Mike, as missionaries to Tucson’s Hispanic community, she has served as Co-Founder and Director of Corazón Ministries since 1994 and has held the position of Vice President of the Board of Directors since that time. Married to Mike Alameda since 1985, she is the mother of three children: Estevan, Andrea, and Ronnie. She is also a devoted member of Christ Community Church. “Therefore I urge you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect.” — Romans 12:1–2
Ed Marley
A native of Tucson, Ed Marley became a Christian while attending the University of Arizona in 1981. He graduated from the College of Architecture. Married to Janice since 1985, he is the father of two adult children. A founding Board Member since 1994, he serves as a Deacon at Catalina Foothills Church and is a partner in a local architecture firm. “…but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.” — Isaiah 40:31
Maria Mejias
Maria Mejias is a single mother of three adult children: Candi, Bukki, and Azteca. She attends Christ Community Church and holds a BST in Printing Technology from Pittsburg State University in Kansas. With 23 years in the title and escrow industry, she currently serves as an Escrow Assistant at Title Security Agency. “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9
Craig Young
Craig has served on the Board of Directors since 2018. He is married to Crystal Young and has two children. He holds a master’s degree in Environmental Engineering from the University of Arizona and owns Via Firma Environmental Services. He is a member of The Gate Church. “And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” — Romans 8:28
Manuel Corral
Manuel has been a Corazón Board Member since 2011 and active team member since 1998. He's been married to Pauline Corral since 1997 and is the father of three children: Lauren, Emmanuel, and Chamille. Manuel is a member of Northwest Bible Church and works for Southwest Gas. “Then Jesus said to his disciples, ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it.’” — Matthew 16:24-25
Randy Brainard
Randy is married to Julie Brainard and is the father of three children: Noah (married to Raely), Chloe (married to Gavin), and Benjamin. He serves as the Lead Pastor of Hope Community Church and is ordained through the Evangelical Free Church of America. He holds a degree in secondary education (math and physics) from the University of Arizona and is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity at Phoenix Seminary. “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last.” — John 15:16