Our staff, in coordination with session elders and the deacon board, carry out the ministry and programming of the church. Look below to meet our team!
Rev. Hubie Mann
Leigh Sain
Jamie Dick
Kelly Fry
Lauren Brock
Debbie Wilson
Catrina Tenhouse
Arlene Cross
Administration
Teri Gibson
Hollie Shaver
OUR LEADERSHIP
The governance of Eastminster is Presbyterian, in the tradition of the Reformation. That means you can expect an emphasis on the Bible as the Word of God; the importance of knowing God for your own salvation; and a lot of education and training in Christian living and leadership. You can also expect to know what’s going on and participate in important decisions through your vote as a Covenant Partner. In our church, you’ll soon find a large group of leaders encouraging you to grow in your faith and learn more about following Jesus as a disciple. Reflecting the forms of the early church found in Scripture, we recognize two ordained offices: Elder and Deacon. Our ministers serve as ‘teaching elders.’ Believing firmly in Jesus Christ as the active head of our church, the elders gather monthly in a Session of discernment, seeking to order our life and mission as a church under the will of Christ. This is where the direction of our church is set and important decisions deliberated before the Lord as we search the Scriptures and seek to love the Lord with all we are. The Deacon Board meets regularly to plan and inspire acts of service to the church and community, encouraging us all to bear one another’s burdens with joy and love our neighbors as ourselves.
ELDERS
Our Elders are elected leaders who form our ‘Session.’ This body prayerfully deliberates the everyday matters that affect the life of the church. To find out more about any ministry team or to volunteer your time, please contact any of the Elders or Deacons for more information. You can reach out to the office for contact info. for these Elders.
Administrative & Personnel
Oversees administrative and personnel matters for the Session of our congregation.
Tom Dilworth
Eric Horton
Buildings & Grounds
Continually asks the question, “How is our campus communicating the Gospel of Jesus Christ?” They oversee the appearance, ethos, purpose, and physical maintenance of our campus.
Bruce Avery
David Brentzel
Christian Education
Oversees our discipleship opportunities for children, youth, families, adults, and small groups, focusing on forming fully mature disciples and servant leaders of Jesus Christ.
Keith Blackwell
Rebekah Plowman
Fellowship & Assimilation
Helps plan fellowship events for our congregation and community as well as oversees the way that our Covenant Partners stay connected with one another. Assists with the creation of Small Groups and works to find every Covenant Partner a place to plug in within our church community.
Kedrick Daw
Andy Doyle
Judy Struk
Outreach
Oversees Eastminster’s partnerships with local, national, and global mission work and supports our church family in its ministry to the community and around the world.
Norm Baur
Cathy DuBose
Preschool
The Preschool team oversees Eastminster’s Preschool operations and ministry to its students and their families. An elder on Session serves as the chair of the Preschool board, and the Director reports to the Senior Pastor.
Carolyn Tolbert
Stewardship & Finance
Oversees the financial affairs of the church, including planning the annual budget, providing regular reports on our financial status, and coordinating the ongoing education of our church family in regard to Biblical principles of giving.
Neal Abernathy
Andy Starnes
Worship
Plans and supports Eastminster’s worship services to the glory of God, including all choirs, the praise team, arts, communion preparation, acolytes, flowers, sound and lighting, Wedding Guild, and special services.
Reuben Lasseter
Lisa Tabor
DEACONS
The Deacon Board of Eastminster shows Christ’s love and mercy by welcoming, supporting, and encouraging the fellowship of believers through prayer, nurture, and hospitality.
Hospitality
Plans and coordinates events and fellowship activities for our church family.
Michelle Baumann
Heather Dalka
Genie Fleishel
Judi Horne
Sue Mitchell
Responsible for the ongoing physical and emotional care of our church family.
Nicola Burns
Suzan Lasseter
Prayer
Deepening the prayer life of Eastminster by praying for, with, and on behalf of our covenant partners, guests, and community.
Jeff Cassanova
Connie Entrekin
Charles Watson
Welcome
Coordinates our greeters for our worship services and nurtures an authentic, welcoming environment for visitors and covenant partners alike.
Kathy Avery
Beth Crump
Daniel Peeks
Terry Tolbert