STAFF & DEACONS

Heather started attending the church in 2019 and came on staff in 2023. She and her husband Tim have three kids: TJ, Samantha, and Chloe. Before moving to Sarasota, they lived in South Carolina and Connecticut. Heather's favorite part about this area is its spectacular sunsets, beaches, and people. She has moved 14 times, loves traveling, playing games, going to concerts and watching movies. Heather believes childhood reading is not complete without the Chronicles of Narnia and Where The Wild Things Are. 

Jonah started attending the church in 2020 and came on staff in 2022. He is working toward a Bachelor’s in Business and Leadership at Bayside College and plans on pursuing a job as an Air Traffic Controller. He loves Sarasota’s sunsets and how there are plenty of things to do around the city.

Justin started serving on staff in June of 2023. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Ministry Leadership from Grace Christian University. He served on staff as a Worship Pastor at his previous church in central Kentucky. He and his wife Natasha have three children: Madeline, Hannah, and Alex. His favorite parts of living in this area are hanging out with Scott Martin five days a week and getting to enjoy its beaches and restaurants with his family. Justin loves music, reading, and getting “absolutely yoked” at the gym.

Kim came on staff in 2018 and used to work as a Children’s Director at a church prior to arriving here. She has four children: Kelsey, Trevor, Karissa, and Trent. Kim has lived in Sarasota since she was two years old and loves its beaches and restaurants.

 

 

Rick came on staff in the summer of 2017. He holds an Associates of Arts in Religion and a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Liberty University, as well as a Master of Divinity and Doctor of Philosophy from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Before relocating to Florida, he served as a pastor in Kentucky for five years. He and his wife Staci have three children. He loves the trails and parks in Lakewood Ranch and the shrimp tacos at Lucky Pelican. He also appreciates how multi-generational the community is, and how people come from so many different parts of the country. Prior to becoming a pastor, Rick started a tutoring company based in Louisville.

Michael came on staff in the summer of 2018. He received his Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies from Liberty University. He has served in local church ministry for over 25 years in Florida. He and his wife Summer have three children: Autumn, Noah, and Payton. He appreciates the beautiful parks, beaches, and great restaurants this area offers, as well as the opportunities for family involvement through sports, leisure, and other hobbies. At his previous church, Michael played the role of Jesus for thirteen years in a passion play that reached 5,000 people a year.

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Maggie started attending the church in 2006 and joined the staff in 2017. She and her husband have one son, Jesse. Maggie appreciates the unique birds and wildlife in the Sarasota area.

Scott started attending the church in 2014 and came on staff in 2021. He is pursuing a Master of Divinity degree through Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Scott is born and raised in Sarasota. His favorite part about this area is that is home to Dakin Dairy, and his favorite restaurant is Bob Evans.

Connie started as a teacher at Little Ranchers in 2011 and became its director in the summer of 2014. She started working in children’s ministry in southwest Florida in 2001. She and her husband Eric have three children: Eric, Lindsay, and Kari. One of Connie’s favorite parts of Sarasota is its great beaches.

 

Tim started attending the church in 2017 and came on staff in 2024. He is married to his wife, Abbie. Tim grew up in this area and loves its great parks and restaurants, with his favorite restaurant being Fresh Kitchen. He’s been playing basketball since he was 8 years old and enjoys having spiritual conversations with anyone who will listen.

Jeff came on staff in 2023. He attended the Sarasota College of Ministry and is a respite companion to several adults with disabilities in the community. Jeff loves to travel and evangelize wherever he goes.

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