Texico Conference Elects New Executive Secretary

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We are pleased to announce that the Texico Conference Executive Committee voted to elect Pastor Antonio Cano as the new Executive Secretary, effective July 1. Pastor Cano brings over 20 years of pastoral experience, having led several churches in Central California, served as an evangelist for the Central California Conference, and worked with multiple Adventist schools and academies.

Pastor Cano’s appointment follows the retirement this summer of Phil Robertson, who served in the role for over a decade. Currently serving as Ministerial Director of the Texico Conference, Pastor Cano will continue in his ministerial duties.

“I am grateful that others have seen an ability in me to serve in this capacity and to continue the impactful ministry of Elder Robertson,” said Pastor Cano. “It is an honor I don’t take lightly. While this is a role I never sought, I accept it prayerfully, acknowledging that it is God who paves the path before me”

Having relocated with his family to Albuquerque in January 2020, Pastor Cano is familiar with New Mexico, having grown up in Southern New Mexico where his father pastored several Texico church districts. His wife, Melanie, is currently the Principal at Sandia View Christian School and is very supportive of his ministry.

Pastor Cano is deeply committed to fostering an intimate personal relationship with Christ and addressing the needs of others through discipleship. His vision for the future aims to build upon the legacy established before him, inspiring, encouraging, and mentoring our constituents.

We are enthusiastic about the fresh perspective Pastor Cano brings to ministry and mission in Texico. As he continues to get acquainted with our members across the conference, we eagerly welcome him to his new role, providing leadership and support. We anticipate God’s blessings upon Pastor Cano as he applies his experience, passion, and leadership gifts to advance the mission of the Texico Conference.

Please join us in prayer for Pastor Cano and his family as they embark on this new chapter of service.

— Texico Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Administration

Debby Marquez is the author of Texico Conference Elects New Executive Secretary

Debby Marquez

Debby Marquez has over 15 years of media outreach and communications experience. Prior to joining the Texico Conference, Debby worked for the Albuquerque Univision network affiliate station as an Associate Producer and she has also worked in the Washington D.C. area. Her experience includes working at the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists as a part of the Adventist Television Network as well as for the Hope Channel. Her most recent work was as a Bilingual Health Communications Manager where she supported various contracts for the National Institutes of Health. She is fluent in English and Spanish and enjoys sharing stories from around the Texico Conference and managing its online presence.

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