BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Founder and President
Yesupogu Moshe Raju
Moshe began his gospel preaching journey with Bible training the summer after 10th grade, subsequently earning a Certificate of Theology and a Bachelor of Divinity from Calvin Institute of Theology, graduating in 2019, followed by a Bachelor of Theology from Word Bible College, graduating in 2022. Shortly after his initial training, he was called to preach at a church for two years, later leading a small congregation of daily wage workers that rapidly grew from about 20 to approximately 130 members within two months. He then left to start a new church. During this time, he met his wife and is currently in the process of planting a church near her hometown. They are expecting their first child in September.

Cofounder and Secretary
Yesupogu Sushma Bala
Sushma's spiritual journey began with a profound encounter with Christ, sparking a strong desire to share His transformative love. She earned a Master of Arts in Religion from Faith Baptist Theological Seminary in 2019, alongside Master of Divinity studies. She gained practical experience through internships at CrossRoad Baptist Church, serving various age groups. Currently, Sushma partners with her husband, Moshe Raju Yesupogu, in establishing a church near her hometown. They are thrilled to welcome their firstborn with their families.

Vice President
Koduru David
David accepted Christ as his Savior and was baptized in 1999. From his 10th grade onward, he has been devoutly serving as a Gospel Singer. He and his wife are blessed with four sons, one of whom is a pastor. In his leisure time, David enjoys reading the Bible and listening to music.

Joint Secretary
Peddakotla Ravi Kumar
Ravi Kumar embraced Christianity in May 2013, moved by his wife's faith, which she had accepted three years prior. Since his baptism, he has dedicated himself to a life transformed by Christ, forsaking his former self and adopting a new identity in Him. A committed member of Shekinah Christian Assembly for the past ten years, serving diligently as Vice President, and a real estate agent, Ravi brings great experience to his role as Joint Secretary at Christ Bound. Residing in Hyderabad with his wife, Ravi cherishes family time and enjoys exploring new places with friends. They have two sons, one pursuing an MBA and the other a Sound Engineer.

Treasurer
Madanu Bala Showry
Bala Showry, a respected community leader, became a believer and was baptized in June 2024 after five months of Gospel conversations, discussions, preaching, and teaching with his Yesupogu daughter and son-in-law. As a newly baptized believer, Bala Showry is boldly navigating community opposition while deepening his faith. With a distinguished history of service, including three years as President of the Universal Thogata Christian Society and six years as Managing Director of Valigonda Farmers Producer Co. Ltd, he brings valuable experience to his role as Treasurer at Christ Bound. He resides in a village with his wife, where they farm. They have two married daughters. Bala Showry actively engages in social service, enjoys spending time with his only grandson, and loves traveling with family and friends.

Director of Outreach
Yesupogu Bala Swamy
Bala Swamy, a pastor with 17 years of dedicated ministry experience, was baptized in 1991 and embarked on full-time ministry in 2007, focusing on evangelism, church planting, and pastoral ministry. He founded a church in 2009 that grew to a congregation of 25-30 members within four years. In 2015, Pastor Bala Swamy accepted the call to lead the Telugu Baptist Church in Cherlapalli, where he now oversees a congregation of 70 members. His leadership extends beyond his church to regional pastor networks; he chaired the Cherlapalli Pastor’s Fellowship from 2015 to 2016, served as an advisor until 2024, and currently holds the position of General Secretary of the United Christian Pastor’s Fellowship. In his leisure time, he engages in meditating on the Word, composing and practicing songs, and cherishes moments spent with family and fellow believers.

Director of Pastoral Training
Gajula Eliya
Coming Soon!

Distant Mission Associate
J. Samuvel Vesli
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Distant Mission Associate
Selliah Solomon
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