Guy to Know – Suhail Arastu

Guy to Know Suhail web

    Connecting The World Through Music By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by David Teran   Suhail Arastu is Director of Advancement at Musical Bridges Around the World, a nonprofit that celebrates global arts and fosters cultural understanding through free programs. With a background in neuroscience, classical studies, nonprofit work, and the arts, Arastu brings […]

Guy to Know – Devin Brown

Devin Brown

  An NBA Champion for the Community By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by David Teran   From shooting hoops on San Antonio’s southwest side to sharing a locker room with NBA legends, Devin Brown embodies what it means to focus on the end goal. He inspires others with his athletic talent, humility, intelligence, and unwavering […]

Guy to Know Pastor Ed Newton

Ed Newton

  By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by David Teran   Pastor Ed’s journey is deeply rooted in his unique upbringing—an experience that shaped his worldview and calling to serve others. Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, to two deaf parents, Ed was thrust into the role of being their voice and ears, navigating a world where […]

Power Couple

Newton Cover Pic

  By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by David Teran   Ed and Stephanie Newton pour their hearts into leading Community Bible Church (CBC) in San Antonio, profoundly impacting our community. Ed’s passionate sermons inspire countless individuals, while Stephanie’s hands-on support in ministry helps create a warm, inclusive atmosphere. Together, they’ve cultivated a space where faith, […]

Guy to Know – Brian Strange

Brian Strange with guitar

  Balancing Life, Family, and the Pursuit of Happiness By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by David Teran   When you talk to Brian Strange, you can’t help but marvel at his balance between family, work, civic engagement, health and fitness, and musicianship and songwriting. While managing all these dimensions might seem exhausting, it’s just a […]