- Our Staff
"Steward-leaders must not be weak. They must not be so aware of their servant-status that they fail to assert themselves and take the authority given to them. Jesus speaks directly to this sin in the parable of the talents in Matthew 25:14ff. But on the other hand steward-leaders must also not be oppressive. They must not be so forgetful of their servant-status that they become domineering. When this happens both those beneath them (their fellowservants) and the master above them are cheated and abused. Jesus also speaks directly of this sin in Luke 12:35ff."
"The gospel of free grace means that a Christian believer is simul justus et peccator simultaneously accepted-as-justified and yet still sinful. We have confidence of God's acclaim and full acceptance now, and yet we still have a sin nature. We want to please the heart, resemble the life, and promote the glory of the one who has saved us. But we will do that imperfectly, at best. Reflecting on this is the ultimate spiritual resource for a leader who must be both a servant and a ruler, both fearless and gentle."
Tim Keller, Steward Leaders, Redeemer Report, 2006.
Bob was raised on the mission field in East Africa. He received a Bachelors degree from Columbia International University, a Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry from Reformed Theological Seminary. He served as a youth pastor for almost nine years, serving in churches in Illinois, Tennessee, and Florida. In 1994 he became the Senior Pastor of Coquina Presbyterian Church in Ormond Beach, Florida. Bob married Chris in 1986 and they have one son, Taylor Cameron.
Buddy has served at a Campus Minister with Worldwide Discipleship Association for 11 years most recently at Furman University. After completing his M Div. at Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte, Buddy served for 5 years as the Assistant Pastor of Covenant Presbyterian Church in Auburn focusing on Worship, Music, and Discipleship. While at Auburn, Buddy was married to Victoria in June 2003 and has been blessed with two great daughters, Zoe (11) and Ainslie Kate (9).
Buddy and Victoria bring a love for people, a heart for the gospel and a desire to build deep community. Buddy also has a passion to mentor and equip leaders for the church, as well as worship leaders, who will be able to serve the church. We believe that the transforming power of the Gospel is the fire in the heart of the church.
Tonya was raised in St Petersburg, Florida and received a Bachelor's degree from the University of Florida. She is married to Keith who was also raised in Florida and now works for Kimberly Clark in LaGrange, GA. They have one daughter Liana Jane.
Chris and Kristyn Copeland were both born in Florida, but moved to Georgia and attended Schools in the Fayette/Coweta area. Kristyn has completed her degree in Early Childhood education and is starting her Masters in the following months along with currently teaching 3rd grade. Chris is currently working towards his B.A. in Christian Ministry and is looking forwarded to starting his Masters as well. Both have been involved in Student Ministry for approximately 7 years..
*(1 Timothy 4:12 "Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, life, in love, in faith and purity")
Elders -
Leonard Cole - Jonathan Jellema - Bob Orner -Steve Shumake - Wayne White
Deacons -
Porter Beane - Keith Brown - Bobby Connaway - Michael Drew