Klaus
Worship Leader
Klaus is a long-time friend of Aglow, and will be leading us in worship at this conference. Born in Germany, Klaus and his family emigrated to the United States when he was a year old. By the time he was ten, the family had moved to Canada and Klaus was actively pursuing Classical studies in piano. His musical tastes and style was shaped by the music and passion of Keith Green and other contemporary artists. Klaus encountered God in a significant way at the age of 12. Through the influence of Godly parents, Klaus, his older brother, and two younger twin sisters, were raised in an environment that put God first.
After graduating high school in Canada, Klaus attended Christ For The Nations in Dallas, Texas. It was during that time that worship became the passion of his life. After graduation, Klaus married Julie and they presently reside in McKinney, TX. They have three children, Candace, Aaron, and Olivia.
He has been actively involved in leading worship both domestically and internationally. Klaus has recorded and produced numerous CD’s including "Glorious," "Overtaken," and “Presence —The Invitation To The Quiet Place” a collection of piano instrumentals include original compositions and beautifully arranged traditional hymns. Learn more about Klaus and his ministry here.
Klaus and his team will be leading us in worship for this conference, including a special night of praise and worship on Thursday evening.
Pure Worship
Mai El Moughayar
Mai has enjoyed playing the violin, singing, and songwriting since childhood. After Jesus rescued her as a young adult, her music transformed into an expression of worship to Him alone. She longs to see the fulfillment of Psalm 86:9: "All the nations you have made will come and worship before you, Lord; they will bring glory to your name."
Mai, her husband Simon, and their three children have lived in Texas, Lebanon, and currently reside in suburban Chicago.
Keith Banks
Keith Banks is a professional live/studio recording/tour drummer and global clinician. He has over 25 years of drumming experience and has worked in musical productions with television networks (Daystar TV, TBN) as well as radio stations.
Keith serves as the senior pastor of Cross Chapel in Coppell, TX, with his wife and two daughters.
BETHANY DaSILVA
Bethany, a Madison, Wisconsin native and PK (pastor’s kid), developed a deep love for the the Lord early on, feeling called to build His kingdom. This passion took her to Sydney, Australia, where she studied theology and church leadership at Hillsong International Leadership College. After returning to the U.S., she served her home church for 10 years as youth pastor and worship leader. In June 2023, Bethany and her husband, Jonathan, moved to Nashville, where she joined Show Hope — a ministry that cares for orphans engaging the Church and reducing barriers to adoption. Outside of work, she enjoys live music, coffee, serving her church, and exploring new places.
David Elam
Developing a love for the guitar at an early age, David fell in love Jesus and began playing at his church. A graduate of Christ For the Nations Institute, David taught guitar for many years and continues to pursue his passion for Jesus through missions and serving the local church in worship, Bible teaching, deliverance ministry, and personal discipleship.
As a business owner and investor, he mentors others in growing their businesses and in Kingdom building. David lives in Rowlett, TX and loves spending time with his wife and two children.
Charles Barnett
Charles Barnett was born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He is a music producer as well as a performer, and has traveled internationally, leading worship in several countries. He developed his musical talents while working with and touring with many great artists and song writers, including:
Ruthie Collingridge, pianist and former worship leader for Aglow International; Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis, Jr.; Stevie Wonder; Tim Miner; Al Green; Paula Abdul; Don Potter (MorningStar Worship); and Michael W. Smith, just to name a few. He has also appeared on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson.
Charles and his band The Uptown Syndicate from the University of Oklahoma have been inducted into the Oklahoma Historical Society Hall of Fame for their contribution to Oklahoma music from 1970 – 1976.
Charles lives with his wife Pamela in Royse City, Texas, a suburb of Dallas.
Augusto Nascimento
Guto was born and raised in Curitiba, Brazil. In 2021, he moved to Dallas to attend Christ For The Nations. After graduating from CFNI in 2023, he began working there full-time, serving as the Worship Coordinator and continuing to use his gift on the bass.
Worship has been his lifestyle since 2008 when he got saved. Playing bass is more than a passion for Guto; it is a way to connect with the Lord through music. Every time he plays, his hope and goal is that the Lord will use it to reach people, touch their hearts, and heal their bodies.
Guto and his beautiful wife Ana continue to live in Dallas and have three boys, all born in the US: Theo, David, and Joseph.