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Program Manager

Tad Gilstrap

Tad joined Agape Ranch in 2023 with a passion for children and their wellbeing and spiritual growth. He has always had a special place for vulnerable children. His love for children and the adults who serve them has motivated him to serve them for more than 40 years.
Tad attended Oregon State University in Business Management and has completed Pastoral studies. During his earlier years he worked in retail management serving the public and learning to love and respect each person and their true value. After receiving his Call into Ministry to children, he has served in Church Ministry for over 30 years as a Children’s Pastor/Director in Oregon, California, and Texas. He has also served on several boards that benefit children.
He has been married to Debbie for over 40 years and has two adult children and two granddaughters. Tad and Debbie are members of Asbury Methodist Church in Corpus Christi.

Tad Gilstrap

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