Meet the Team Behind the Mission
Our leadership team is a Christ-centered group of servant-leaders called to walk with the incarcerated, support families, and steward this ministry with integrity and vision.
Governing Board
Jeff Hill
Executive Director, Founder
Jeff Hill is a husband, father, and grandfather whose life reflects a deep pursuit of God’s heart and a passion for serving others. A commissioned graduate of the Majoring in Men program by Dr. Edwin Louis Cole, Jeff has served in ministry as a teacher, deacon, men’s leader, and mentor. After more than 36 years in the plumbing industry—including over two decades as a business owner—Jeff transitioned into full-time ministry, answering a call to preach, teach, and disciple. He holds a bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies, a Master’s in Christian Apologetics from Biola University, and is currently completing his Doctorate in Christian Leadership with a focus on Chaplaincy. Jeff brings a blend of practical leadership, theological depth, and servant-heartedness to the mission of Disciple 4 Life Ministries, helping to express God’s love through both word and action inside and beyond prison walls.
Erma Hill
Co-Executive Director
Since the founding of Disciple 4 Life Ministries, Erma has played a foundational role in advancing the mission through strategy, leadership, and a heart for service. With experience in project management, strategic planning, and outreach, she has helped shape the ministry’s growth and extend its reach across North Texas and beyond. Erma’s initiative has been central to launching programs that bring the love of Christ to those in need. Her ability to build relationships and foster collaboration has strengthened community partnerships and created opportunities for sustainable impact. Her faith, humility, and servant leadership continue to guide our work and inspire the team daily.
Lisa Jarreau
Board Chair
Lisa Jarreau serves Disciple 4 Life Ministries with a contagious joy, deep compassion, and unwavering dedication to the mission. Her work coordinating communications, supporting events, and strengthening internal team dynamics reflects a servant heart and a commitment to helping others thrive—both inside and outside the ministry. Lisa is known for cultivating community and connection. Her encouraging presence, paired with her strong work ethic, helps foster an environment where grace, teamwork, and transformation flourish. Her behind-the-scenes contributions are vital to the smooth flow of ministry operations and help ensure that every effort is infused with Christ-like love.
Stephen Cline
Board Secretary
Stephen Cline serves on the Governing Board of Disciple 4 Life Ministries, bringing extensive experience in strategic planning, business development, and nonprofit consulting. As the founder of Bradley-Cline Consulting, he equips organizations with customized growth strategies—ranging from scalable roadmaps to interim executive leadership roles. Stephen’s work centers on sustainability and long-term impact. His insights have helped guide ministry initiatives, strengthen operational infrastructure, and align mission with measurable outcomes. With a passion for faith-based service and community transformation, he remains committed to helping Disciple 4 Life reach and restore lives through Christ-centered planning and action.
Frank Saade
Board Member
Frank Saade brings decades of strategic leadership and business development experience to the board of Disciple 4 Life Ministries. With a background in electrical engineering and a master’s degree in international business, he has successfully led ventures across multiple industries and currently serves as Managing Partner at TotalCare. His strengths in project management, risk assessment, and scalable growth planning are instrumental in helping guide the ministry’s long-term development. Motivated by a deep love for Christ, Frank has also served on global mission trips, supporting underserved communities through hands-on outreach, construction, and resource distribution. His commitment to both professional excellence and Christ-like compassion helps strengthen the ministry’s foundation for sustainable impact.
A Team Aligned by Faith
and Purpose
Each leader at Disciple 4 Life brings a unique set of gifts — from pastoral care and prison ministry to business, counseling, and nonprofit leadership. What unites us is a shared calling: to disciple, to restore, and to raise up those impacted by incarceration. We operate with integrity, accountability, and a deep reliance on the Holy Spirit as we build a model for restoration across North Texas and beyond.
Rodney Gattis
Board Member
Rodney Gattis brings more than two decades of community service, nonprofit leadership, and entrepreneurial excellence to the board of Disciple 4 Life Ministries. A general contractor and founder of RA Gattis Services, Rodney has built a reputation for reliability and compassion, serving others with both his hands and his heart. His ministry journey is rooted in his own life story—raised in a modest home and supported by a faithful church community. That foundation led him to launch Tentmenders and later The Mended Network, a nonprofit providing critical home repairs for the elderly and financially vulnerable. To date, The Mended Network has completed over 66 home repairs and launched a six-bedroom emergency shelter offering temporary housing for those in crisis. Rodney’s work reflects a deep commitment to faith, dignity, and practical compassion. Whether equipping homes with HVAC and solar systems or advocating for the underserved, he continues to live out James 1:27—serving those in need with excellence and humility.
Philip Saunders
Board Member
Philip Saunders is a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose life is anchored in faith, family, and service. For 36 years, he and his wife operated a successful plumbing business, earning the trust of their community through quality work and integrity before retiring in 2021. A member of Turning Point Church since 2008, Philip has played an active role in Tent Menders Ministry, helping meet the practical needs of those in crisis. His commitment to hands-on service is matched by his leadership in public safety, having served on the Codes & Standards board in Burleson, Texas. Through his steady presence and servant heart, Philip brings wisdom and reliability to the mission of Disciple 4 Life.
Our Commitment to Excellence
Our leadership team is guided by core values that shape our work and relationships within the community. Together, we strive for excellence in all we do, supporting our mission to empower individuals and families.
Leadership and Vision
We commit to providing clear direction and strategic goals that align with our mission to serve and support the community.
Transparency and Accountability
We prioritize open communication and accountability, fostering trust through regular reporting on decisions and organizational progress.
Diversity and Inclusion
We value diverse perspectives and experiences, ensuring that our decision-making process reflects the needs of the broader community we serve.
Ethical Governance
We uphold the highest ethical standards, making decisions in the best interest of the organization while adhering to legal and ethical guidelines.
Ministries
GET IN TOUCH
Tel. 1-817-817-9195
Jeff@Disciple4LifeMinistries.org
4700 N. Beach St, Fort Worth, TX, United States, 76137-3221