While the elders shepherd the church, the deacons and deaconesses at Grace fill supportive roles as they coordinate various ministries that relate to the physical needs of the congregation. As those who free the elders to provide spiritual oversight to the church, the deacons and deaconesses each oversee a particular church ministry (e.g., audio/visual, facilities, ceremonies, etc.). In their service to the church, the deacons and deaconesses compose serving schedules, direct activities, and communicate specific needs within their ministry to the congregation. On any given Sunday, deacons and deaconesses may be found ushering, preparing communion, or coordinating community service activities, among many other things. At their discretion, the deacons and deaconesses gather volunteers in support of their work. Potential deacons and deaconesses are chosen by the elders and affirmed by the church in accordance with Acts 6:1-7 and 1 Timothy 3:8-13.
![]() BRITT FITTSAudio and Visual Communications; Technology |
![]() CELESTE CARROLLMeal Trains |
![]() CORRIE REEDCeremonies and Special Events |
![]() JAY LYNCHGuest Services; Greeters and Ushers |
![]() JESSICA LYNCHNew Member Assimilation |
![]() ROSS BARKLEYCapital Improvements; Resource Center |
![]() STEWART RUTLEDGEPolicies and Procedures |
Not yet pictured (deacon candidates to be affirmed on February 18, 2026):
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- Ryan Cannon (Building and Grounds)
- Jonny Gay (Finance)
- Taylor Main (Security)
- Scott Thompson (Ordinances)
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Many of our members also serve as volunteers in various “Coordinator” positions, which are service-oriented leadership roles. These coordinators typically report to one of the elders, staff members, or deacons. They are listed below along with each person’s area of service:
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- Grant McCullough (Parking)
- J.D. Morton (Parking)
- M.C. Simons (Sanctuary Hospitality)
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We also have committees and teams that members serve on to ensure various ministry and service items are attended to. These committees meet regularly to carry out the responsibilities noted in their distinct charter documents. If you want to know more or have an interest in one day serving on one of these committees, please reach out to our Associate Pastor, C.J. Moore.
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- Human Resources Committee (Chairperson: Shannon Richardson)
- Finance Committee (Chairperson: Blake Thompson)
- Children's Ministry Committee (Chairperson: Stewart Rutledge)
- Youth Ministry Committee (Chairperson: J.D. Hewitt)
- Missions Committee (Chairperson: C.J. Moore)
- Men's Ministry Committee (Chairperson: Jeremy Smith)
- Women's Ministry Committee (Chairperson: TBD)
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