George J. Matranga George was a professional touring musician for many years before coming to know Jesus Christ in a miraculous way. His music manager was gloriously saved and the planted seeds that eventually lead to George’s salvation. After his conversion, George dedicated his gifts and talents to the Lord vowing to live and sing only for Him. Today, he continues to keep that promise both nationally and abroad. Matranga Ministries was founded in 1983 primarily as a music and evangelistic outreach. At this time there were four distinct outreaches of the ministry: Heart of the Arts music ministries, Commando street crusades and outreaches, Matranga Missions International, and The Shepherd’s Door Christian Outreach Center, located in one of the toughest neighborhoods in the city of Houston. Today, all branches of the ministry have been consolidated under one banner: Heart of the Arts Evangelistic Association. George is called to impact, equip and mentor God’s people to lives of consecration. The ministry’s purpose is calling hearts to righteousness through music and the prophetic word. God has given him a world vision to carry out his mission in the gospel. This vision has taken him to many countries including Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Croatia, Indonesia, and Australia. George’s family is the number one priority in his life. He is a devoted husband and father as well as a preacher, singer, songwriter, and author. His wife Tammie is a vital part of the ministry and serves as the office administrator. George understands that relationship is the highest premium in the kingdom of Christ. He has seen too many ministers win the world and lose their families. George believes that a secure home-life is the springboard for a healthy ministry. Today, George continues to live out his song and message: Proclaiming The Truth Through Music. The staff of Heart of the Arts Evangelistic Association is dedicated to raising up other “Evangel-Artists” for music, missions and world evangelism. "Your decrees are the theme of my song…" Psalms 119:54 NIV