Pastor Michael Copeland Sr.  

I did not grow up going to church, but began going to church because a girl I liked in high school invited me. It was here that I began hearing of the gospel, understanding that the Christian ought to have a changed life, and began realizing I was a sinner before a holy God. In 10th grade I was confronted with my sinfulness and the reality of death and the Lord used those circumstances to convict me of my sins and to save me. It has not always been easy, but it has always been worth it.

Lexi and I grew up around Atlanta and moved to Statesboro to attend Georgia Southern University. We got married in October of 2019 and welcomed our first born Michael Jr. (MJ) in March of 2024.

Education:
B.A. in Middle Grades Education (Math and Science) from Georgia Southern (2020)
Biblical Counseling Certification from ACBC (2023)
M.Div. - Preaching and Pastoral Ministry from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (2024)

Favorite Authors and Speakers:
Charles Spurgeon, Paul Washer, Tim Keller

Favorite Bible Verse:
Psalm 16:11, Rom 8:28-29; Is 6:8

Hobbies:
I enjoy exercising (lifting weights, running, etc.), working on cars, and my guilty pleasure is Fortnite with my friends (please keep that quiet). 

Deacons

Jimmy Lucas - Missions/ Outreach
Terry Hutto - Membership Care
Steve Dittmar - Worship & Facilities
Mike Sandy - Discipleship

Worship Leader

Wanda Culler

Church Secretary

Sherry Leonard