PARKER, COLORADO
This Is Solomon's Porch
A Spirit-led church rooted in Parker, Colorado.
1.1 ABOUT US
SOLOMON'S PORCH
About Solomon's Porch
We exist to make space for the presence of God to transform everyday lives. At Solomon's Porch, people encounter Jesus, find belonging, grow in discipleship, and step into the purpose God has called them to. From small prayer gatherings to a growing community hungry for authentic faith, God has been building Solomon's Porch step by step. We're not interested in running programs for the sake of activity. We're here to plant something lasting: a church grounded in Scripture, shaped by the Spirit, and knit together like family.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
Solomon’s Porch is a community shaped by the presence of God, where people find healing, grow in honest relationships, and are sent to walk with others through the real, messy parts of life. We believe the Gospel restores every part of a person’s life: mind, body, spirit, and relationships. That looks like:
Our Mission
We exist to make room for people to encounter the presence of God and experience the restoration and transformation only He
can bring. This isn’t about building a big room. It’s about building people—disciples who walk closely with God, live on mission,
and bring the love of Jesus to their neighbors and community.
Cultivating Community in Parker, Colorado
Solomon’s Porch began with a simple, unmistakable conviction: create a house for God’s
presence in Parker. That conviction grew steadily through prayer, confirmed by Scripture, and
nurtured in the hearts of our pastors long before the name ever existed.
From small prayer gatherings to a growing community hungry for authentic faith, God has been
building Solomon’s Porch step by step. We’re not interested in running programs for the sake of
activity. We’re here to plant something lasting: a church grounded in Scripture, shaped by the
Spirit, and knit together like family.
We believe Parker is ripe for renewal, and we gather with expectation that Jesus is doing more
than building a church—He’s transforming lives.
Meet the Team
LEAD PASTOR
Edgar & Stephanie Ayala
Pastors Edgar and Stephanie Ayala bring decades of ministry experience, a deep love for people, and a shared passion for
the life-changing power of the Gospel to Solomon's Porch.
Their journey together has been marked by faithfulness, humility, and a steady commitment to seeing lives restored through God's presence. Edgar and Stephanie are known as
thoughtful, engaging communicators with a unique ability to help people encounter the truth of Scripture in ways that are both accessible and deeply transformative.
After years of serving and investing in others, they sensed God preparing them for this moment: to help establish Solomon's
Porch as a community where every person is welcomed, every story matters, and space is made to encounter God and be changed from the inside out.
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Chris and Amber Rich
Engagement & Leadership Pastors
Chris and Amber Rich have been serving the Church for over two decades, ministering faithfully across California, Missouri, Oklahoma,
and Texas as youth pastors, worship pastors, and leaders committed to building healthy, thriving communities. Married in 2007, they have spent most of their married life in ministry, raising their three boys while traveling the world to preach and teach the good news of Jesus.

Amber brings a wealth of wisdom and compassion from her years of experience as a nurse in the medical field, offering a steady, nurturing presence and deep insight into caring for people holistically. Chris carries a strong pastoral heart shaped by counseling and leadership, passionate about seeing minds restored, families strengthened, and disciples formed.
Together, Chris and Amber are a true ministry team—deeply relational, Spirit-led, and committed to engaging their community through intentional small groups, meaningful one-on-one connections, and a ministry style that prioritizes authenticity and transformation. Their desire is to plant a church rooted in the gospel, built on real relationships, and alive with the presence of Jesus.
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Gabby & Isaiah Scott
Next Gen Pastors
Gabby and Isaiah Scott have been married for four years and have spent the last three passionately serving in ministry. Now in their mid-twenties and recently welcoming their baby girl, they bring a fresh, energetic, and deeply grounded presence to the Church. As a true Gen Z ministry couple, they connect naturally with students of all ages—combining authenticity, joy, and a firm foundation in the Word of God.
 Their heart beats for evangelism and reaching the lost in ways that are both creative and practical. Whether through innovative outreach, one-on-one discipleship, or building genuine relationships, they carry a burden to see people encounter Jesus and be
transformed by the gospel.

After living in Colorado for two years, they can’t wait to be back in the place that shaped their early years of ministry and continues to feel like home. Their passion, relatability, and Spirit-led authenticity make them a powerful team ready to impact a new generation for Christ.
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Jaden Ayala & Bella Schroeder
Worship and Media Pastors
Jaden Ayala and Bella Schroeder are recent graduates of Oral Roberts University with a shared passion for leading people into genuine, Spirit-filled worship. Personal, authentic, and deeply grounded in their walk with Jesus, they believe true worship flows from a heart that recognizes its deep need for a Savior.

Jaden and Bella lead with relatable intentionality—bringing sincerity, vulnerability, and a clear sense of purpose to every moment of worship. Their desire is to help people encounter God in a real and transformative
way, creating space for His presence to move and for hearts to be awakened to His love.

Together, they carry a calling to raise up worshipers who know Jesus deeply and express His goodness boldly.
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Derek Noakes
Ministry Integration
Derek Noakes is a multi-purpose servant whose presence truly completes the team. Gifted with the ability to step into nearly any ministry role, he brings strength, balance, and a unique sense of completeness to every endeavor he touches. His Spirit-led servanthood is contagious, and his interpersonal skills far exceed what’s typical for his age.

Derek carries a rare blend of wisdom, work ethic, and creativity, offering fresh, thoughtful ideas for reaching the city of Parker with the gospel. Whether he is serving behind the scenes or leading from the front, he ministers with integrity, humility, and excellence.

A gifted teacher, Derek communicates the Word of God with clarity and depth, helping people understand Scripture in a transformative and
practical way. He is the kind of leader who quietly elevates every team he serves on—steady, dependable, and driven by a genuine love for Jesus and people.
Our Values
The values of Solomon's Porch express who we are
and how we live as a church family.
We believe that the heart of Jesus was to not be exclusive. Jesus shows us time and time again in scripture that He came for everyone- not just the Jewish people. The heart of Solomon’s Porch is the same- we exist for the believe, the non believer, and the in-between. Wherever you are in your walk of faith, you are welcomed here.(Matt 8:5-13; John 10:16: John 12:32)
We believe that Jesus’ presence should be the ultimate priority. Our heart is to always make room for His presence to guide EVERYTHING we do at Solomon’s Porch. (Exodus 33:12-23; Luke 10:38-42)
We believe the family unit is the most powerful mode of the gospel today. Your life speaks louder than your words and when a family unit lives a holy life for all to see, people take notice. Parents have the holy responsibility of discipling their children as well as children having the holy responsibility of obeying their parents. (Acts 16:25-34; Matt 19:4-6; Ephesians 5:21-33)
At Solomon’s Porch, we teach the Bible. No motivational speeches to make you feel good here. We believe the Bible is the holy word of God that was written as instructions for how to live and grow. (2 Tim 3:16-17; Psalm 119:105; Joshua 1:8)
This isn’t a stage, it’s a family. We value the steady, sometimes awkward, always-beautiful work of God shaping a life far more than pretending we have it all together. You don’t have to perform here. You get to grow here. Because real growth doesn’t happen in isolation, we practice honest accountability — confessing our sins and praying for one another as Scripture calls us to in James 5:16. We believe transformation happens when we invite others to challenge us, encourage us, and walk with us.
We believe that the church was not meant to stay put in one place, but to go OUT! The church was called to be the hands and feet of Christ to love our neighbors well as Christ loves us. We can’t make disciples if we don’t go places to find them. (Matt 28:16-20)
We exist to serve, not to be served. Following Jesus’ example, we meet people where they are with humility, compassion, and a willingness to give our lives away for others. At Solomon’s Porch, serving isn’t optional—it’s who we are. Every person is called to play a part and make a difference. (Matt. 20:28; Ephesians 4:11-16; 1 Cor 12:27)
What We Believe
We are committed to the authority of Scripture, the work of the Holy Spirit,
salvation through Jesus Christ, and building a community shaped by His love.
Our Only Hope
We believe our only hope for redemption is found in Jesus — in His life, His death, and His resurrection. It’s through His shed blood that sin is forgiven and broken people are made new.
Salvation isn’t earned. It’s received. We turn from our sin, place our faith in Jesus, and by God’s grace we are forgiven, made new by the Holy Spirit, and welcomed into God’s family with the promise of eternal life. (Romans 10:13-14, Ephesians 2:8-9, Titus 3:4-7)
The Scriptures, both the Old and New Testaments, are verbally inspired of God and are the revelation of God to man, the infallible, authoritative rule of faith and conduct. (2 Tim 3:16-17)
We believe the baptism in the Holy Spirit is a gift for every believer. Jesus promised it, the early Church experienced it, and we still expect it today.
Through the Holy Spirit, God empowers us to live boldly, love deeply, and serve faithfully. He fills us with power for witness, strengthens us for everyday life, and equips us with spiritual gifts to build up the Church and reach the world.
We don’t chase hype — we pursue His presence. (Luke 24:49, 1 Corinthians 12:1-31)
With the baptism in the Holy Spirit come such experiences as:
-an overflowing fullness of the Spirit (John 7:37-39)
-a deepened reverence for God (Hebrews 12:28)
-an intensified consecration to God and dedication to His work (Acts 2:42)
-and a more active love for Christ, for His Word and for the lost (Mark 16:20
We believe baptism in water is a beautiful next step for anyone who has repented of sin and placed their faith in Jesus. It’s something Jesus commanded — and something we gladly obey.
Baptism doesn’t save us, but it boldly declares what God has already done. Going under the water symbolizes dying with Christ; coming up celebrates new life in Him. It’s a public “yes” to the transforming work of Jesus. (Matt 28:19)
We believe the Lord’s Supper is a sacred and joyful reminder of what Jesus has done for us. When we take the bread and the cup, we remember His suffering and His sacrifice — the price He paid to bring us back to God.
Communion is more than a ritual. It’s a moment to reflect, to give thanks, and to proclaim our hope in Him. As Scripture says in First Epistle to the Corinthians 11:26, whenever we eat the bread and drink the cup, we proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes again.
We look back in gratitude. We look forward in hope. And we gather as family around the table in between.
We believe healing is part of the good news of Jesus. Because of His finished work on the cross, we can pray with confidence for God to heal — physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
We believe God still heals today. We ask boldly. We trust fully. And we place our hope in the One who restores what is broken. (Isaiah 53:4-5)
A divinely called and scripturally ordained ministry has been provided by our Lord for the fourfold purpose of leading the Church in:
Evangelism (Mark 16:15-20)
Worship (John 4:23-24)
Building a body of saints being perfected in the image of His Son (Ephesians 4:11-16)
Meeting human need with ministries of love and compassion (Psalm 112:9, Galatians 6:10)
Have a question?
We'd love to connect.
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Location
Parker, Colorado
edgar@solomonsporchparker.com
Phone
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