A Church with a Heart for People
and a Vision for Tampa Bay
Who We Are
Iglesia Tampa Bay is a bilingual, multigenerational community that exists to help people find Jesus, grow in community, and live out their purpose.
We are imperfect, but being transformed. We are diverse, but united in Christ. We are local to Tampa Bay with a heart for the nations.
A story of grace
The beginning
A small group of families begins meeting with the dream of seeing Tampa Bay transformed by the gospel.
First building
ITB moves into its first dedicated space and begins to see steady growth.
Generational ministries
ITB Kids and NextGen are launched as structured ministries for children and youth.
New location
We move to 14214 N Nebraska Ave, expanding space to grow together.
Looking ahead
We continue growing as a bilingual, multigenerational, sending church.
What We Believe
The Bible+
We believe the Bible is the inspired Word of God, inerrant in the original manuscripts, and the final authority for Christian faith and life (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
One God — Triune+
We believe in one God eternally existing in three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, equal in power and glory (Matthew 28:19).
Jesus Christ+
We believe Jesus Christ is fully God and fully man, born of a virgin, died on the cross for our sins, rose bodily, and will return in glory.
Salvation+
We believe salvation is a gift of God by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, not by works, and is available to anyone who believes (Ephesians 2:8-9).
The Holy Spirit+
We believe the Holy Spirit indwells every believer, guides into all truth, empowers holy living, and distributes gifts to build up the church (1 Corinthians 12).
The Church+
We believe the Church is the Body of Christ, made up of all believers, called to worship, disciple, serve, and proclaim the gospel throughout the world.
Baptism and Communion+
We believe in believer's baptism by immersion as an act of public obedience, and in Communion as a memorial of Christ's sacrifice.
Second Coming+
We believe in the personal, visible, and glorious return of Jesus Christ, in the resurrection of the dead, and in eternal judgment (1 Thessalonians 4:16-17).
What shapes us
Family
We are a family where every story matters and no one walks alone.
Authentic Worship
We worship God in spirit and truth, with surrendered hearts.
Living Word
The Bible is our foundation: we teach it, live it, and share it.
Service
We follow Jesus' example by serving the church and the city.
Discipleship
We make disciples who make disciples — one at a time.
Outreach
We are light in Tampa Bay and to the nations.
Meet Our Pastors
Lead Pastors
Luis & Adelene Soto
Pastors Luis and Adelene lead Iglesia Tampa Bay with a vision to see lives transformed through the power of Jesus Christ. Their ministry is marked by heartfelt worship, practical teaching, and a deep love for people. Together, they are passionate about building a church where everyone feels like family.
Structure and Coverage
Leadership and accountability
Iglesia Tampa Bay is shepherded by a pastoral team with external apostolic covering. We believe in plurality of leadership, accountability, and financial transparency.
The pastors are accountable to a board of elders and a larger pastoral network, ensuring spiritual and administrative health.
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