Albert Reyes Elected Sixth President of Buckner
Jan 22, 2010
Filed in Featured, International Ministry, Press Release, U.S. Ministry
DALLAS — Albert L. Reyes was elected as the sixth president in the 131-year history of Buckner International Jan. 22, succeeding Kenneth L. Hall, who remains with Buckner as Chief Executive Officer.
Reyes served previously as president of Buckner Children and Family Services, a position he has held since 2007. Prior to joining Buckner, he was president of Baptist University of the Americas in San Antonio.
Scott McIlveene, chair of the Buckner board of trustees, said Reyes was the only candidate considered to replace Hall, who was elected to the post in 1993. Reyes will report directly to the board of trustees.
“Dr. Reyes brings the perfect mix of vision, passion and intellect to the task, especially at this point in the history of Buckner,” McIlveene said. “We are uniquely poised as a ministry to move forward like never before, thanks to tremendous work of Buckner’s previous five presidents.”
Reyes, who becomes the first non-Anglo to lead Buckner since its founding in 1879, said, “I understand that with such a great honor come great challenges and opportunities.
“The orphans, vulnerable children, families, and elders served by Buckner depend on us to make their lives better,” he said. “That is tremendous honor, but also a serious responsibility.”
Hall continues in his role as CEO, also reporting to the trustees, while working closely with the staff of Buckner Foundation to secure financial support for the work of Buckner. He will also serve as a consultant to Reyes.
As president of Buckner, Reyes will manage the organization’s nearly $100-million annual budget, while overseeing the daily operations of more than 1,300 employees worldwide. Those operations include work through Buckner Children and Family Services’ domestic and international ministries and Buckner Retirement Services’ seven senior living communities in Texas.
A native of Corpus Christi, Texas, Reyes earned his bachelor of business administration in management from Angelo State University and his master of divinity degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, as well as the doctor of ministry from Southwestern. He completed his doctor of philosophy degree from Andrews University in 2009.
He served as founder and pastor of Pueblo Nuevo Community Church in El Paso, Texas for seven years before becoming president at BUA. He also served as pastor of churches in Dallas. From 1981-88, he was a manager for the National Customer Service Center for Sprint.
“Buckner as a ministry and those served by Buckner owe a great debt of gratitude to Ken Hall for the great leadership he has given the past 16 years,” Reyes said. “My vision is to build on what Dr. Hall has started – to go farther and faster with God’s help.”
Reyes and his wife Belinda have three sons, Joshua, David and Thomas. They are members of Park Cities Baptist Church in Dallas.
Click here to watch a video about Albert Reyes.
Click here to read a feature story about Albert Reyes from Buckner Today.
33 Comment(s)
By Felipe Garza on Jan 22, 2010 | Reply
Congratulations on your new position Dr. Reyes. I am glad to count you as my friend , co-laborer, and leader in this ministry called Buckner.
By Virginia Brown on Jan 22, 2010 | Reply
congratulations to a great humanatiarian. I met you at a perspectives course in Tyler. Praying for you and your family.. God Bless Virginia
By Jonathan hernandez,sr. on Jan 22, 2010 | Reply
Albert,
Lydia and I thank God for your service across the years. We know that you will continue to be used of God in this new ministry position. Congratulations and we’ll keep you and your family in our prayers.
For His Honor and Glory,
Jonathan and Lydia Hernandez
By Rick Carroll on Jan 22, 2010 | Reply
Congratulations, Dr. Reyes. What a joy and blessing to know that Buckner International will continue to serve the needs of children, families and those in need literally all over the world under your able leadership. We will continue to pray daily for you, your staff and all those whom you serve.
By CamRanhOrphan on Jan 22, 2010 | Reply
Congradulation to Albert L. Reyes ..
GOD bless you & your family
CamRanhOrphan.com
By Nelson Rodriguez on Jan 22, 2010 | Reply
Albert,
Congatulations on your election as president! Esther and my prayers are with you. Hope you have a very productive and successful presidency. Warm regards to your wife and family.
In Christ,
Nelson
By Norman Vella on Jan 22, 2010 | Reply
Albert,
Certainly, I am thrilled and proud of your selection as president of Buckner International. This change is best for Buckner and you, but most importantly, all the people that Buckner serves. I give God all the honor and glory. I am so glad we began “good buddies” thirty-six years ago. My life has truely been blessed and inspired by you and your dedication to God.
Sincerely,
Norman Vella
By gundu samuel goud on Jan 22, 2010 | Reply
ALBERT SIR:
CONGATULATIONS ON YOUR ELECTION AS PRESEDENT.I AM THRILLED AND PROUD OF YOUR SELECTION AS PRESIDENT OF BUCKNER INTERNATIONAL.GOD IS YOUR LIFE DRIVER SO HE KNOWS HOW TO FEED OR MEET YOUR NEEDS.OUR LIKE DAILY GOD LOOK UP YOUR.FOR I AM DAILY WE WILL PRAY FOR YOU.THANK YOU.
By Bader Mansour on Jan 23, 2010 | Reply
Albert,
Congratulations for the new post. May the Lord use you in a great way to continue the ministry of Buckner, helping children around the world.
- Bader
Nazareth, Israel
By jk sharma stefan on Jan 23, 2010 | Reply
Praise the Lord for the bigger responsibilities and position given to you, yes our Lord is so good.Our prayers for your future success to glorify His name.Amen
By ATANAS MZEE on Jan 23, 2010 | Reply
God bless you for such an opportunty to serve Him. May He give you grace to lead us in His purposes as we serve Him through this ministry.
Atanas msee,Kenya
By Debbie Adams on Jan 23, 2010 | Reply
How wonderful, Albert. Heartfelt congratulations to you as you begin this exciting new position at Buckner. May your leadership bring hope and love to the Buckner team and those blessed by the service of Buckner. Here’s to all of the Buckner Ambassadors!
By Charles Johnson on Jan 23, 2010 | Reply
Brother Albert, We are all thrilled at your appointment as President of Buckner International!
You have been prepared by our Lord for this Kingdom-building work. May God grant you and Belinda great peace and power as you do it.
Jana and I love you and the boys and wish you all of ouor Lord’s best!
By Cheyenne on Jan 23, 2010 | Reply
Congratulations Dr. Reyes, Priscila and I are excited with your new role and believe in your ministry that He has placed you and family. We are reminded of one of your lectures at BUA, “not only be transformed but be transformational leaders.” Blessings to you and your family.
In His Service,
Cheyenne & Priscila Solis
By barbara Pittman on Jan 23, 2010 | Reply
Dr. Reyes, May God bless your work at Buckner International. You are the perfect man for this position and God’s timing is perfect for you, your family, and all the lives you will touch. I count myself honored to have served on the BGCT board with you. Again, congratulations, and God Bless.
By Rudy and Micaela Camacho on Jan 23, 2010 | Reply
Felicitaciones, Albert! Micaela and I remember sitting across the table during lunch as you shared testimony of your vision and mission in doing Kingdom work. We prayed (and continue to do so). We are certain that those attributes and God’s grace have led you in the path you find yourself today. Again, congratulations!
(I Samuel 7:12)
We join Belinda, Joshua, David, and Thomas on this happy occasion.
Rudy and Micaela Camacho
By Gus and Gloria Reyes on Jan 23, 2010 | Reply
Albert,
As your parents, we congratulate you and thank
God for his blessings on you, and all the Reyes
family. We cannot put into words how thankful
we are that God has held you in the palm of his hands thus far, and We feel and believe in Him to continue leading and guiding you in this
new endeavor. Needless to say, we are very
proud of you Son. We will pray for you and your
family daily, because we know you have a huge
responsibility before you. Much Love,
Mom and Dad
By Gus and Gloria Reyes on Jan 23, 2010 | Reply
Congratulations!!!!!!!!!! We are very proud
of you. Continue serving the Lord. There are
more bridges to cross…
Love,
Mom
By Mary Ranjel on Jan 24, 2010 | Reply
You go Dr. Reyes!! CONGRATULATIONS! I know you will give it 150% as you do to everything. God grant you strength, health, and everything you need to continue this beautiful ministry. Bendiciones!
By Tony Wenani on Jan 24, 2010 | Reply
Dr. Reyes! Much love and joy from Baptist Children Centre. You are equivalent to the task a head of you. Lydia and I celebrate with you on this great honor. God bless you.God bless Buckner.
By Dickson Masindano on Jan 24, 2010 | Reply
congratulations my friend, certainly you are chosen, our God calls every beiever to lead at a time, the call to leadership is a persistent pattern in the bible.when God wanted to raise up anation of his own , he called one leader, Abraham. when he wanted to guide them out of egypt he picked up Moses. everytime God wants to do sometthing great , he calls out a leader to step forward. today he still calls leaders for every work. Take the buckner vision and mission far and wide.
Dickson Masindano-buckner kenya
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By Jerry Bradley on Jan 25, 2010 | Reply
congratulations Albert. May the Lord bless you and your ministry in this new capacity. May God be with Ken in this transition. You both are God’s men for these days.
By Delfino Aleman on Jan 25, 2010 | Reply
Al,
Congratulations to you and your family.
Your humbleness, vision, and servant leadership attitude will continue to add value to the ministry of this wonderful organization.
We, (Melissa, Sarai and I) will be in prayer for you and the extended Buckner family.
Your friend,
Delfino
By Rosalinda Escobar aka: Rosie Thompson on Jan 25, 2010 | Reply
GOD BLESS YOU Albert Reyes! You have certainly come a long way since we used to be next door neighbors as children in Rialto, California. I have to tell you that it was your Family’s Faith and Belief in God that brought me to the Lord. Going to Church every Sunday with your Family was God’s Blessing for me and so many others that your Family took under their WINGS of GLORY for the LORD. And it doesn’t surprise me that you ALL continue to do the Lord’s work.
I hope that someday I will be able to see you and give a big hugs of Joy! Best Wishes Always, Rosalinda Escobar aka:Rosie Thompson
By Barbara Sharp on Jan 25, 2010 | Reply
Congratulations Dr. Reyes. I look forward to working with you as you continue your leadership in this new role. I know that God will guide you as you lead Buckner International. I also know that you have the heart and love of God for all the many kids and families we serve around the world. Continued success in this wonderful ministry role at Buckner. You are in my prayers always.
By Dave Long on Jan 25, 2010 | Reply
Dr. Reyes,
We send our greetings and best wishes from Monterrey, Mexico. We wish you God’s richest blessings as you assume this tremendous responsibility. We expect to continue to hear great things from Buckner.
Blessings,
Dave Long
By Tim Norton on Jan 25, 2010 | Reply
Congrats, Albert. Buckner is indeed in good hands.
By Debt Free Hispanic on Jan 26, 2010 | Reply
First, congrats on becoming debt free, Second, congrats on your new position. What better man to be in charge of $100 Million budget, a man that knows how to handle his own finances. Andrea and I are praying for you during this transition and we know that you are the right man for the job because the Lord has called you to give to those who go without and you’ve answered the calling on your life.
By Andrea Ramirez on Jan 28, 2010 | Reply
Congratulations! We are excited to see how the Lord continues to bless families through Buckner. Watching the video testimony was a moving reminder of how the Lord continues to work from generation to generation. Thank you for your testimony and leadership. One very proud niece! Blessings to you and all of the wonderful folks at Buckner.
Blessings,
Andrea
By Pauline on Jan 29, 2010 | Reply
Albert,
I am so proud of you and your beautiful family. I thank the Lord for your beautiful testimony and your love for the Lord and souls. You keep on serving the lord as you have done ever since I met you at Primera, Corpus as a young child and RA.
You are very special to our family. Blessings!
Hna. Pauline Gonzalez
By Jesus and Marian Toscano on Jan 30, 2010 | Reply
We were so excited to hear the news of your new role at Buckner on KCBI radio. We are sure you have quite a challenge before you, but know our Lord will provide just what you need daily to accomplish His work. It is wonderful to know the confidence He has in you.
We offer thanksgiving for you and Belinda and your passion to serve Him.
Love and the very best to you, your lovely family and to Buckner,
Jesus and Marian Toscano
By Javier Rios on Feb 1, 2010 | Reply
Dr. Reyes congragulations on new position with Buckner. We are very proud of you and it has been a pleasure to know you and the compassion you have for those in need. As far as I can remember you have always shown a heart of compassion and have always looked for innovative ways to advance the kingdom. Linda and I will place you in my prayers as one of our leaders in this minstry.
By Bud McKinney on Sep 3, 2010 | Reply
Rudy: I would like to speak to you as soon as possible. Please call me. Regards…….Bud McKinney in Dublin, TX