Our Staff
Christy Brubaker-Pastor
I have been actively involved in the ministry for over 20 years. My passion is to see people come into a relationship with Jesus Christ and to see them grow in their walk with Him. I am a graduate of Liberty University, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Religion and a minor in Church Ministries. My husband and I have two beautiful daughters, Melanie and Holly, and a precious miracle grandson, Braylon.
Lonnie Brubaker- Media/Audio Tech
While I currently work for Pepsi, I also serve as the audio and visual technician at Radiate. I have a passion for behind-the-scenes ministry, whether it be setting up and adjusting the sound on Sunday mornings or editing the Sunday service video throughout the week. I also serve on the praise and worship team, playing bass or drums.
Teresa Pendergrass- Sec./Treasurer & Outreach Director
I have been serving in ministry for 10 years and have a passion to serve in the community through outreach. I love seeing the power of God evidenced in people's lives. I have been married to my best friend, Ricky, for 30 years and together we have two beautiful daughters and three precious grandchildren.
Chris Slack- Worship Leader/Youth Leader
I have been involved in ministry for over 25 years. My beautiful wife Angela and I have been married for nine years. Together, we served and later led an inner-city ministry in Thomasville for six years. In addition to leading the youth, I also serve on the Worship Team and play the drums, as well as assisting in outreach events. It is my passion to reach young people, giving them hope in Jesus while helping them reach their full potential in Him.
Angela Slack- Youth Leader
As a leader of Lighthouse Youth Ministry, I have a background of multiple years in Children's Ministry and Youth Ministry. I also participate in flag ministry and serve on the Outreach Team. My husband and I are former leaders of an inner-city youth ministry in Thomasville which we led for six years. Our desire is to raise up youth who know they are in Christ and equip them to change the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Sherry Everhart- Children's Pastor
I have been involved in ministry for over 30 years, serving in different areas from nursery to adults. I love seeing the love of the Father, the grace of Jesus, and the power of the Holy Spirit transform lives. I graduated from Central Christian University with a Bachelor of Arts in Ministry. For the last 18 years, my husband, Leroy and I have been the directors of a ministry called The Silent Witnesses Mime Team. We use sign language and drama to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We have been married for 27 years.