Kris Cruz
I am called to serve all people—without judgment—wherever life weighs heaviest: at work, behind the walls, and in the seasons in between. My calling is to bridge the everyday world and the Church through incarnational presence, deep listening, and the hope of Christ.
I'm not here to fix anyone. I walk with people, pray with them, and remind them they are not forgotten by God. Relationship comes first—presence before programs.
What I Do
One chaplain, four settings—workplace, organizations, facilities, and families—united by grief care, crisis response, and Christ-centered presence.
Workplace
Workplace chaplaincy — corporate & industrial chaplain services.
Organizations
Contract chaplaincy for nonprofits, agencies, and Kairos teams.
Facilities
TJJD juvenile and TDCJ adult spiritual care behind the walls.
Families
Prayer, grief support, and free resources for loved ones.
Or explore a setting above for scope, process, and next steps.
Trusted presence
Voices from the field
Permissioned quotes from families and Kairos partners — real words from real people, alongside photos from the field below.
Shared with permission — first-name quotes used with written consent. Representative feedback — summarizes real chaplaincy experiences; names and details changed for confidentiality. Facility and employer cards are never institutional endorsements.
“Kris has been walking with my son for about a year, and I have seen that he wants more of Jesus. The change is real — he is walking with God daily.”
“Kris has been helping my son by talking with him once a month and guiding him on what steps to take in the real world.”
“I met Kris during the closing as a guest. His love for Jesus was evident, and he talked with all the students and made them feel seen and heard.”
In the field
What chaplaincy looks like
Prayer inside facilities, chaplain visits in senior courtyards, and steady presence where people actually live.
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”Galatians 6:2
“I was in prison and you came to visit me.”Matthew 25:36
More About This Ministry
Resources, giving, questions, and how I show up — open a chapter when you need it.
Resources & updates Handouts · blog · guides
Free grief and incarceration handouts, chaplain guides for Texas employers and facilities, and reflections from the field.
Support the ministry Facility care is donor-supported
There is no cost to facilities or families for pastoral care. Monthly and one-time gifts through GiveButter help cover travel, regular visits, and crisis response across North Texas.
“I've been partnering with Kris financially because I can't do much myself, and I know that giving to his ministry glorifies the Lord. Thanks to him, I'm able to help through my finances.”
How I serve Presence · listening · dignity
Whether at a company, inside a facility, or with a family — ministry is about presence, not programs.
- Presence first — showing up regularly when life is heavy.
- Deep listening — safe space for honest stories, not rushed fixes.
- Hospitality — welcoming strangers across every setting I serve.
- Dignity & hope — reminding people they bear God’s image.
- Scripture & prayer — grounding care in the Word, meeting people where they are.
Frequently asked questions Employers · facilities · families
Can companies partner with you for workplace chaplaincy?
Yes. I partner with Texas companies as a workplace and corporate chaplain — confidential grief support, crisis response, and pastoral care on-site or virtually. What is workplace chaplaincy? → · Services →
How can a facility request a visit?
Use the contact form, call or text 214-735-9356, email chaplain@kriscruz.com, or iMessage chaplain@kriscruz.com on Apple devices. Facility services →
Is there a cost for facilities or families?
No cost for facility or family pastoral care. Workplace and organizational contracts are arranged separately.
Can family members request prayer for someone incarcerated?
Yes. Reach out through the contact form, or call or text 214-735-9356. Family support →
Is this counseling or therapy?
I provide spiritual and pastoral care grounded in Scripture — not licensed clinical counseling. I help connect people to professional resources when needed.
What is your connection to Kairos?
I partner with Kairos for weekend ministry and Kairos Torch mentoring for young people.
Can I iMessage Chaplain Kris?
Yes — on iPhone, iPad, or Mac, iMessage chaplain@kriscruz.com.
Get in Touch
Book a conversation—no third-party scheduler. Tell me whether you represent a company, organization, or facility—or if you are a family member seeking support. Most replies come the same day Mon–Fri; always within 1–2 business days.
1. Choose your audience and send a short note
2. I reply personally — typically same day Mon–Fri
3. We connect by phone, video, or in person
Typical response: same day Mon–Fri · within 1–2 business days
Prefer not to wait? Call or text, or on iPhone, iPad, or Mac iMessage chaplain@kriscruz.com.