WES “HAILSTONE” ALVAREZ CDMM Founder
Wes grew up in Pensacola, Florida. He served eight years in the U.S. Army and Army Reserves and later worked in shift-based roles for 17 years. Wes is married to Cynthia, and together they have two children, Dylan and Bailey, as well as three grandchildren: Andie and Olivia Adams, and Koa Alvarez.
In 2001, Wes made a life-changing decision to fully surrender his life to Jesus Christ after being delivered from drug addiction and self-destructive behaviors. From 2002 to 2003, he dedicated his time to speaking in jails and rehabilitation centers, sharing his testimony of deliverance through the power of Jesus.
In late 2003, Wes and Cynthia founded My Father’s Vineyard (MFV) in their home. Wes was ordained in 2007, the same year he became the full-time pastor of MFV. Under his leadership, the church has grown significantly and launched numerous ministries, including Christ Descendents Motorcycle Ministry (MM) in May 2009. The initial chapter of seven members became known as the “Straydogs.”
Today, Pastor Wes continues to preach a message of deliverance and reconciliation through Jesus Christ—from the pulpit at MFV, in the streets, and from the seat of his motorcycle. His ministry has reached communities across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Africa, and Israel.