Living out God’s calling. Leading by building meaningful relationships.
Living out God’s calling means choosing to use our gifts, stories, and everyday moments for His purpose. But we don’t do it alone. We lead by building meaningful relationships—showing up for one another, serving side by side, and creating a culture where people feel seen, valued, and connected. As we follow God’s call and invest in authentic relationships, we become a community that reflects His heart and makes a lasting impact together.
Our Executive Leadership Team and Ministerial Staff serves both as the spiritual leadership and covering for Freedom in Christ Christian Fellowship partners.
FICCF Executive Leadership
Pastor Joseph and Apostle Charlezetta “Char” Nixon serve as the visionary leaders of Freedom in Christ Christian Fellowship Ministry (FICCFM). Pastor Nixon, a United States Air Force veteran, accepted his call to ministry in 1986 and has faithfully pastored congregations across the nation, including churches in California, Washington, Colorado, and Los Angeles. He holds degrees from Bethel College and Faith Lutheran Theological Seminary, with additional graduate studies at Bethel Theological Seminary and Fuller Theological Seminary.
Apostle Char Nixon is the founder of Transformation Ministry and co‑founder of FICCFM. Known for her powerful preaching and apostolic mandate, she has ministered nationally and internationally—training, equipping, and mobilizing believers for healing, deliverance, and prayer. Licensed as an Evangelist in 2002 and set apart as an Apostle in 2009, she established Blessed Ministries Interdenominational Ministry, which later became Freedom in Christ Christian Fellowship Church and expanded into FICCFM. She also founded Army of Love Ministry, a prayer ministry serving the LGBTQ community and their families.
Together, Pastor Joseph and Apostle Char lead a ministry committed to prayer, healing, deliverance, and equipping the Body of Christ. They are blessed with five children, six grandchildren, and one great‑grandson, and continue to serve with unwavering faith, integrity, and love.
Apostle Dr. Deborah Vails, is the Pastor of Freedom in Christ Christian Fellowship Church located in Aurora Colorado.
The Ministry has many functions which is designed to encourage the body of Christ to grow in the Lord for the advancement of the Kingdom of God.
Apostle Vails is also Founder and Overseer of Set Free Outreach Ministries, the purpose and vision is to encourage men and women to embrace the call of God on their lives, to teach and train those called to five-fold ministry. She has a passion to see prayer established as the moto she lives by is, “Nothing Goes Without Prayer.”
Apostle Vails is a published author her latest book is “Devotions from the Father’s Heart Volume 2. Some of her other works are, You Can’t Go Straight Crooked, Matters of the Heart, Deliverance Dictionary of Demonic Strongholds, Defeating the Spirit of Sabotage, The Clashing of the Swords, A Walk Through the Book of Proverbs, Devotions from the Father’s Heart, Fight, War & Win, I’m Covered, How to Keep Going Under Pressure, Healing Manual, and The Body was Made to House Not to Lead.
Apostle Vails holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Multi Media Design, A Master of Arts Degree in New Media Journalism, A Master of Arts Degree in Biblical Studies with an Emphasis in Leadership, and a Doctorate Degree in Biblical Studies and Doctrine. She is also a Licensed Chaplain.
Apostle Vails is the mother of two children and grandmother of six. Her heart is the see lives changed by the Power of God.
Meet Our Ministerial Team
Pastor Tony supports the Interim Pastors with Sunday preaching and day‑to‑day ministry oversight, carrying a heart to see people walk in freedom and grow in their God‑given calling.
Pastor Jon Michael supports the Interim Pastors by assisting with Sunday preaching, teaching Wednesday night Bible study, and leading special prayer, healing, and deliverance sessions.
Prophet Dana Salter is a people‑centered, creative leader at FICCF. As the leader of our Kidz Ministry, Dana is passionate about creating safe, joyful, and meaningful spaces where children can learn about God in ways that feel real, fun, and age‑appropriate. Dana leads with warmth, honesty, and a genuine love for people. Whether she’s teaching, worshiping, or guiding our children’s ministry, her heart is to help every person—young or old—experience God in a way that brings healing, clarity, and connection.
Prophet Michelle has a passion for investing in young people and helping them discover who they are in Christ. As the leader of the Gathering at FICCF, she works to build an environment where faith, fun, and authentic connection come together. Her desire is for every young person to feel seen, supported, and empowered in their spiritual journey.
Elder Deborah Marshall serves as Assistant Pastor of Biblical Studies, rotating as a Wednesday night Bible study teacher to lead lessons and encourage participation. She also serves as Communications Pastor, partnering with Prophet Dana to ensure timely, professional graphic designs, web updates, and promotional materials. In addition, she supports the Ministerial Care Team by sending cards and helping the Brothers and Sisters in Christ Teams maintain regular contact with members.
Prophet Darla engages in weekly online services by welcoming visitors, fostering connection, inviting membership, and responding to prayer requests, praise reports, and healing testimonies.
Evangelist Denise Howard oversees evangelism and community outreach in her region, developing strategies to reach the lost, coordinating outreach events, and partnering with local organizations to demonstrate the love of Christ through service.
Prophet Sharon Robinson leads intercessory prayer, oversees corporate fasts, and confidentially handles all personal prayer requests. She also leads the Transformation Women’s Ministry and the Young Adult Ministry, teaching, mentoring, and strengthening women and young adults to grow into all God has called them to be.
Evangelist Pauline Carpenter serves as Pastor of Prayer, leading intercessory prayer, establishing corporate fasts, and confidentially overseeing all personal prayer requests. As Pastor of Outreach, she oversees evangelism and community outreach in her region, developing strategies to reach the lost, coordinating outreach events, and partnering with local organizations to demonstrate the love of Christ through service.
Minister LeVerne Holmes leads the Sisters in Christ Welcome Team and the Greeters Ministry, welcoming new women and their families, greeting visitors, collecting and forwarding visitor information, and conducting weekly follow‑ups to encourage continued connection and Sunday attendance.
Minister Vincent Salter leads the Gatekeepers Ministry, overseeing parking lot order, safety, and hospitality, and also leads the Brothers in Christ Welcome Team, welcoming new men and their families into the ministry.
