Reyes presence in Wilder has helped bridge the citys Anglo and Hispanic cultures. says Ramiro CruzAhedo. pastor of Wilder Methodist Churchs mostly white congregation. "He was the first person to welcome me to the community." CruzAhedo says. "He opened doors for me. lie was delighted to see a Hispanic pastor of a white congregation. "His ministry is bicultural and bilingual. He relates to both groups. That has helped to bring the two communities closer together." Doug Amick. Wilders mayor. agrees. "If you need help you can depend on him to help. It doesnt matter if youre Hispanic or white. If he sees a problem. he confronts it head on." Reyes saw a need for housing for migrant Hispanic farm workers. He helped raise the issue. and today Chula Vista Acres has 120 units for farm laborers. One of the streets in the housing complex bears his name. "I speak out when I see an injustice." Reyes says.