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Pastor John Duran came to know the Lord Jesus Christ when Bishop Hernandez spoke to him about the saving grace of the Lord in 1994. Once he found out about Gods plan of salvation, he was baptized in the name of Jesus Christ on July 11th, 1994. He received the gift of the Holy Ghost on August 4, 1994. Sister Deena Duran, his wife, soon followed. Since then, they has been striving to bring others to the knowledge of Jesus Christ.  In 2004, Elder John Duran was ordained Pastor and has since, been a great encouragement to his congregation. Through his vision and hard work, he has established Cornerstone Christian Fellowship in the Apostles Doctrine Inc. in the Kendall area. Pastor John alongside Bishop Hernandez also established Apostolic Day. This event which started back in 1998 is held yearly and features seminars, worship services, youth events and leadership meetings. Pastor John has also been instrumental in coordinationg home bible studies, youth activities, outings and many different outreaches in order to help encourage those who have a desire to learn about God’s word. Pastor John and Sister Deena along with their children Emily and Danny have a great love for the works of the Lord and they are a true example of the TRUE and UNSELFISH love of Christ. Pastor John and Sister Deena have opened their home for fellowship, bible studies, and even to just enjoy a time of fellowship. It has been a wonderful blessing to have Pastor John Duran lead the flock of God.

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Bishop Hernandez has been faithfully working in the ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ since 1977. He was exposed to the word of God at a very young age. His mother, being a Christian, raised her children in the ways of the Lord. In August of 1974, he was baptized in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. After receiving the Holy Ghost, the following day, he began his journey as a servant for the Lord. In 1978 he was ordained a Minister. In 1979 while listening to the radio, he heard the Whole Truth Radio Broadcast which was aired from the sanctuary of The Church in the Lord Jesus Christ in Darlington, South Carolina where the late Bishop L. Hunter was the Pastor. Minister Hernandez would travel by car, bus and airplane to attend services. After a few years there, he began having bible studies in his home in Miami. While only a couple of people were visiting, he continued to preach the word and witness to the souls that hungered for fulfillment. At times, there would only be a few, but the Lord was always in the midst. One by one they came and the congregation began to grow. By this time, he had converted his home into the place of worship. In 1986 he was ordained an Elder and continued travelling around the United States and Mexico encouraging brethren to continue to seek the Lord. In 1987, he met Sister Lisa, in Mexico, who three years later became his wife. Together, Bishop and his wife continued to work and more souls began to be drawn in. Bishop Hernandez and Elder John Duran are also reponsible for the establishing of Apostolic Day. This event which started back in 1998 is held yearly and features seminars, worship services, youth events and leadership meetings. In 1996 after much hard work, the Lord blessed Bishop Hernandez and his congregation with a building for worship. Since then, Bishop Hernandez has continued to labor in the vineyard of the Lord. He has taught, encouraged, and helped the saints of God everywhere he has gone. Bishop Hernandez has taught his congregation how to love one another by being an example. He has taught us how to win souls and how to guide them to continue in the ways of God. He has given everything he has to the works of the Lord; therefore, the Lord has blessed him greatly. He is the father of four beautiful children: Joel, William, Edith, and Stephanie.  In 2003, Bishop was led to continue working for the Lord in the Okeechobee and Fort Pierce areas. So, he left the church in Miami under the direction of Elder John Duran who was ordained  and Bishop Hernandez continued his journey in the shadow of the Almighty to help others find the salvation in the Lord. The church in Miami and Fort Pierce come together once a month for service and fellowship. Let us continue to pray for Bishop M.J. Hernandez and his family so that the Lord may continue to use him to be an encouragement to others.

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Xavier Ondaro is the Deacon and Treasurer of Cornerstone Christian Fellowship. He was baptized in 1996 and has since been laboring in the vineyard of the Lord Jesus Christ. He has participated in church activities which include evangelizing, feeding the homeless, hospital outreach, youth outings, church construction and whatever his hands have found to do. After proving his faithfulness to the Lord, he was ordained Deacon and continued to help win souls for the kingdom of God. He and his family continue to serve others as they serve the Lord. He has been a great help to Pastor John Duran in the organization and the implementation of new programs.

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Christina Ondaro is the Secretary of Cornerstone Christian Fellowship. She was baptized in 1996 and since then, she has been dedicated in working for the church. Christina is in charge of keeping church records, advertising different church activities, mail-outs, and miscellaneous secretarial duties. She is also our Little Flock Sunday School Teacher.  Her love for the children has inspired her to teach them about God’s love and His word.

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Brother Jefferson Clostre was baptized in the name of Jesus Christ on June 3rd, 2007 and  was appointed youth leader on February 18th, 2008 by Pastor John Duran. Bro. Clostre has shown a willing desire to work and to assist the youth in all areas of the ministry. He has been faithful and loyal and he is a great example to all the youth.