Meet Our Leadership

Thom Harrison serves as the Senior Pastor of Padre Island Baptist Church in Corpus Christi, Texas. His preaching is rooted in a straightforward commitment to teach the Bible expositionally—verse by verse—with clarity and conviction, helping people understand God’s Word and grow in their love for Christ.
Thom is married to Anne and they have five grown children. He studied at the University of Alabama and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He served in the United States Marine Corps and later as a missionary with the International Mission Board—experiences that still shape how he thinks about leadership, service, and the mission of the church.
He and his family live on Padre Island and love coastal life. When he’s not at the church, you’ll likely find him fishing, reading, or spending time with his family.
More than anything, Thom wants to see lives changed by the gospel and anchored in the truth of Scripture.

I have been married to Ginger for over 31 years. We have three children: Caleb (29), Hope (18), and Nate (14). I have served in ministry positions working with youth and senior adults, as a missionary to Brazil, and as an active-duty Navy Chaplain. While stationed at NAS Corpus Christi (2011-2016), the people of Padre Island Baptist Church made such an impression that we returned to Padre Island when I retired from active military service in 2024. God continued to open doors of ministry, joining the staff in 2025 as the PIBC Family Pastor. God is at work on the Island and, I believe, will continue using PIBC to transform lives for the Kingdom. I’m just along for the ride!

Steven Garcia has been serving as the Music Minister at Padre Island Baptist Church since 2011. He loves helping lead people in worship and creating an environment where everyone can connect with God in a real and meaningful way. Whether it’s through music, building teams, or encouraging others to use their gifts, his heart is to make worship both authentic and accessible.
Over the years, Steven has enjoyed building relationships within the church and watching people grow in their faith. He believes worship is more than just music—it’s a way of life—and he’s passionate about helping others experience that for themselves.
When he’s not at church, you’ll probably find Steven spending time with his wife, Suzanna, and their three kids—Benjamin, Candace, and Andrew. He also enjoys songwriting, playing hacky sack, and painting—creative outlets that reflect his love for both music and expression. Their family is thankful to be part of such a great church community and to call this area home.

Rebecca has been a part of our church family for 19 years and loves serving in many different ways around the church. She currently serves in the church office. She is also actively involved with the youth group and media team, helping support ministry and connect people both inside and outside the church. Rebecca is passionate about serving others and being part of what God is doing through the church.
Thom is married to Anne and they have five grown children. He studied at the University of Alabama and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He served in the United States Marine Corps and later as a missionary with the International Mission Board—experiences that still shape how he thinks about leadership, service, and the mission of the church.
He and his family live on Padre Island and love coastal life. When he’s not at the church, you’ll likely find him fishing, reading, or spending time with his family.
More than anything, Thom wants to see lives changed by the gospel and anchored in the truth of Scripture.

Hi, my name is Marie Abear I am a wife and a mother of three beautiful children. I am honored and humbled that God chose me to serve in Children’s Ministry and to share the truth and the love of Jesus with our children here on the Island and beyond. In my eyes, there is no better way to spend my extra time than helping raise warriors for Jesus.
I have been an Islander since 2015 and am blessed to be a part of ministry here at PIBC. I look forward to seeing God move among our children and our church. I hope to see you there!

Abel Muñoz has been taking care of the Padre Island Baptist Church campus since 2005. He works hard behind the scenes to keep everything clean, organized, and ready for whatever’s happening—from Sunday services to midweek activities.
Before joining the staff, Abel served in the United States Marine Corps during Vietnam, and he brings that same sense of discipline and reliability to his work every day. His steady presence and dedication help make the church a welcoming place for everyone who walks through the doors.

Join Us This Sunday

Whether you’re looking for a church home or visiting while in the North Padre Island area, we’d love to worship with you.

Service Times: Sundays at 9:30 AM or 11:00 AM
Location: Corpus Christi, Texas