Leadership
Apostle Sonia Dalano
Overseer to the Ministry/Five-Fold Minister
Apostle Sonia Dalano is the founder and ministry overseer of Soldiers for Christ Discipling Ministries in New Port Richey, Florida, and serves as a five-fold minister operating in the offices of apostle, prophet, evangelist, pastor, and teacher. Ordained in 2005, she has devoted her life to preaching and teaching the Word of God, discipling believers, and equipping others to grow in spiritual maturity and walk in their God-given calling. Mentored by Prophet Paul R. Azbill, her ministry is marked by strong biblical teaching, prophetic prayer, and a passion for raising up believers to live Christ-centered lives.
Through Soldiers for Christ Discipling Ministries, Apostle Dalano leads Sunday sermons, an online international daily prayer called 'Esther’s Crown', and discipleship teachings, including A Pearl of Great Price and Iron Sharpens Iron, helping believers grow deeper in Scripture and apply God’s Word to everyday life.
She is also the author of The Excellence of God’s Love and the host of the Walking in the Light of Truth Podcast, where she teaches biblical truth and how the Word of God applies to daily life.
In addition to her pastoral and apostolic leadership, Apostle Dalano serves the Body of Christ through mentorship, pastoral counseling, prayer ministry, baptisms, ordinations, marriages, and ceremonial services. She is also the founder and president of A Promised Land Animal Rescue, a faith-based rescue committed to being a voice for the voiceless.
Through prayer ministries, Bible studies, discipleship training, and compassionate outreach, Apostle Dalano continues to serve individuals, families, and leaders with a heart for teaching, intercession, restoration, and Christ-centered living.
Pastor Eddie and Eileen
Co-Pastors to the Ministry
Pastors Eddie and Eileen faithfully serve at Soldiers for Christ Discipling Ministries and were ordained in December 2025 after many years of growth, discipleship, and service within the ministry.
Eileen has been part of Soldiers for Christ since 2012, while Eddie has been connected to the ministry since 2005, first becoming involved during his youth. Over the years, both have participated in various Bible studies, discipleship gatherings, and ministry opportunities, continuing to grow in their relationship with the Lord and their commitment to serving His people.
Married for around ten years and counting, Eddie and Eileen believe that ministry begins in the home. As parents of three children whom they homeschool, they are passionate about building a Christ centered household and raising their children in the knowledge and love of the Lord. Their family life reflects their belief that discipleship starts within the family and extends outward into the community.
Eddie and Eileen serve the church together through teaching, discipleship, and pastoral support. Eddie also leads Ambassadors for Christ, a men’s fellowship that meets at a local coffee shop where men gather for encouragement, connection, and faith centered conversation.
Both Eddie and Eileen share a heart for discipleship and evangelism. They believe followers of Christ are called to minister wherever the Lord leads, discipling and encouraging those He places in their path, whether within the church, among family and friends, or throughout the community.
Their desire is to see people strengthened in their faith, grounded in the Word of God, and equipped to walk in the purpose the Lord has for their lives.
Minister Crystal Davidson
Minister/Deaconess to the Ministry
Minister Crystal is an ordained deaconess at Soldiers for Christ Discipling Ministries and was ordained in December 2025 after many years of faithful service and commitment to the vision of the ministry. She has walked under the leadership and mentorship of Apostle Sonia Dalano for over fifteen years, growing through discipleship, teaching, and hands on ministry.
Throughout the years, Crystal has served in many areas of the church. She is one of Apostle Sonia’s armor bearers, faithfully supporting the ministry through prayer, service, and practical assistance. As a deaconess, she has helped with many ministry responsibilities including supporting outreach efforts, assisting with events, helping with ministry needs, and serving wherever she is needed to help advance the work of the church.
Crystal has also been a key part of Gideon’s Army Children’s Center, where she helped support the development and growth of the children’s ministry. With a deep love for the next generation, she is passionate about helping children grow in their faith and develop a relationship with the Lord from a young age.
She is known for her strong heart for prayer and for encouraging both children and families to bring every situation before God. Through teaching, encouragement, and faithful service, Crystal continues to help nurture a foundation of faith within the ministry.
Her heart is to remain faithful to the vision God has given the church and to serve the Lord and His people with humility, dedication, and love.
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Minister Gina Fuentes
Minister/Teacher
Minister Gina Fuentes is an ordained minister and teacher at Soldiers for Christ Discipling Ministries. She has faithfully served in the ministry since 2022 under the leadership and mentorship of Apostle Sonia Dalano. Through discipleship, Bible studies, workshops, and hands-on ministry training, Gina developed a deep love for teaching the Word of God and walking alongside others in their spiritual growth. In December 2025, she was ordained as a minister and teacher.
Gina actively serves in multiple areas of the ministry. She helps facilitate the Iron Sharpens Iron coed Bible study and participates in the Pearl of Great Price women’s Bible study, where believers gather to study Scripture, grow in faith, and apply the Word of God to everyday life. She is also involved in outreach, meeting with individuals personally to encourage, pray with, and minister to those the Lord places on her heart.
In addition to teaching and mentoring, Gina assists with ministry communications, outreach efforts, and social media to help share the work God is doing through Soldiers for Christ. She also serves as a children's minister in Gideon’s Army Children’s Center, supporting the spiritual growth of the next generation. Gina graduated in 2026 with her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Nova Southeastern University. Through her professional training and her walk with the Lord, she has learned to integrate both faith and education with wisdom and discernment. Gina approaches people with a unique lens that honors both appropriate professional practice and Spirit led ministry, recognizing that different settings require different forms of support and care. Whether serving in clinical environments or within the church, her heart is to help people grow, heal, and be strengthened. Through discipleship, teaching, mentorship, and outreach, Gina desires to see individuals equipped with the Word of God and encouraged to walk confidently in the purpose the Lord has for their lives.
Meet the Team
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We are currently seeking a passionate and Spirit-led Worship Leader to help cultivate a strong atmosphere of worship in our house. This volunteer leadership position will oversee and lead worship ministry development, including hosting open worship on Friday nights at 7 PM. This is an opportunity to build, disciple, and steward a worship team rooted in prayer, excellence, and presence.
If you feel called to lead worship and help grow a worship team within this ministry, we would love to connect with you. Interviews are open to being conducted.
Email to Apply: soldiers4christdiscipling@gmail.com
Worship Leader
Position Open