OUR TEAM

NATE SCHATZLINE

Founder/President 

Texas State Representative • Founder of For Liberty & Justice • Pastor at Mercy Culture Church 

Nate Schatzline leads with conviction at the intersection of faith and government. As Founder of For Liberty & Justice, he mobilizes churches across the nation to engage in civic reformation—equipping believers to defend biblical values and advance God’s kingdom in every sphere of culture. 

Serving as a Texas State Representative and Texas State Director for the National Faith Advisory Board, Nate has become a strong national voice for faith, family, and freedom. Recognized as one of the most conservative leaders in the Texas Legislature, his work continues to champion righteousness in policy and boldness in the Church. 

As a pastor at Mercy Culture Church in Fort Worth, Nate carries a passion to see revival lead to reformation—where transformed people transform nations. 

  • MELINDA AKOWSKI

    OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
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    Melinda Akowski serves as the Operations Director for For Liberty & Justice, overseeing organizational strategy, business operations, and national chapter development. She plays a key role in building the systems and structures that sustain growth and ensure excellence across every area of the ministry.

    With a passion for order and vision for impact, Melinda leads the operational side of FL&J—coordinating logistics, streamlining processes, and supporting teams that empower pastors and leaders across the nation. Her leadership keeps the mission grounded and moving forward: to mobilize the Church for civic engagement and cultural reformation in America.

  • ASHER GILLASPIE

    CHAPTER DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
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    Asher Gillaspie serves as the Chapter Development Coordinator for For Liberty & Justice, overseeing chapters nationwide and leading ongoing training for chapter leaders. He plays an essential role in equipping and empowering local leaders to carry out the mission of mobilizing the Church for civic engagement and cultural reformation. 

    With a heart for discipleship and a passion to see believers rise in bold faith, Asher provides guidance, resources, and spiritual support to help each chapter flourish. His dedication to excellence and Kingdom purpose ensures that every For Liberty & Justice chapter advances with strength, unity, and vision—impacting communities and transforming culture through the local church. 

  • JOANNA HINOJOSA

    DONOR RELATIONS AND ADMINISTRATION
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    Joanna Hinojosa serves as the Donor Relations Coordinator for For Liberty & Justice, overseeing donor engagement and providing administrative support to chapters across the nation. She plays a key role in strengthening the connection between partners and the mission—ensuring that every relationship and resource fuels the movement to mobilize the Church for civic engagement and cultural reformation. 

    With a heart for excellence and a commitment to stewardship, Joanna manages donor communications, assists with chapter coordination, and supports the operational flow that keeps FL&J effective and mission-focused. Her dedication reflects the values that define For Liberty & Justice: faith, integrity, and action. 

  • JOSHUA MOORE

    EDUCATION DIRECTOR
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    Joshua Moore is a former New Hampshire State Representative and currently serves as the Education Director for For Liberty & Justice, overseeing the development of curriculum and resources that equip believers to engage culture and stand for biblical truth. He leads the creation of educational materials for FL&J Chapters and Groups nationwide—content that challenges the Church to think critically, act boldly, and advance reformation in every sphere of society. 

    An author and American constitutional enthusiast, Joshua wrote The Black and White Constitution: And Its Shades of Gray (2024), a thought-provoking exploration of faith, governance, and the moral foundations of freedom. Through his writing, teaching, and published articles on the For Liberty & Justice website, he calls the body of Christ to awaken, reform, and reclaim its voice in shaping the future of our nation.