OUR MINISTRY TEAM

THE CHURCH

is not a building.  It is a  group of people committed to working together for the sake of the Gospel!  Agapé has been blessed with many wonderful people willing to freely share their talents, energy and time. 
Here are a few of them:

Ronn Read

Interim Speaking Pastor

As a pastor of 35+ years, God has gifted Ronn to help churches discover what ‘healthy’ looks like, and how to get there. Ronn preaches expository messages, mixed with strong application, mostly through stories.  His style of preaching is to teach what the passage says, and how it applies to our lives today.

Brian Andersen

Executive Pastor

Brian came on staff at Agape in 1995.  He has served as Worship Pastor and elder and currently serves as Executive Pastor.  He enjoys the wife of his youth and their six children and nine grandchildren.  He takes pleasure in mentoring men and couples to excel in their Christian walk.

Louie Casey

Elder/CFO

Lou retired from the US Navy and a career in banking.  Lou now spends his time preparing taxes pro bono, serves as Agape's Chief Financial Officer, and exercises hospitality among our elder members. Lou was married to Cherry Casey for fifty-four years until her passing. They have four children, thirteen grandchildren, and one great grandchild.  

John Kennedy

Elder

 John is a founding member of Agape. He is retired from the Georgia Power Company where he worked as a crew supervisor. John is married to Peggy Kennedy. They have one child, one grandchild, and one great grandchild.

Tony Errico

Elder/Pastor to Men

Tony served as an associate pastor in Orlando before taking an engineering position at Kings Bay Sub Base. He and his wife Jessica have two children and three grandchildren whom they love dearly, and don't get to see nearly enough!   

MEN'S MINISTRY

Matt Hooks

Elder/Worship Leader

Matt has been serving in church ministry for over 11 years. He loves to worship with his voice and guitar and lead others into the Lord's presence.  A small business owner, Matt is an artist and craftsman whose desire is to express the love of Christ in everything he creates.  He and wife, Bethany, have three active young children.

Avera Greene Jr.

Elder

Avera manages a busy, locally based construction company overseeing projects all over the Southeast. Diligent and steadfast, the Greene’s have been a serving and encouraging part of Agape since the beginning. Avera is married to Lori and they have three adult children.

Bill Stash

Elder

Bill is a U.S. Navy veteran who has gone on to a successful career in finance.  Bill is married to Julie and together they teach Financial Peace University and serve on our hospitality team. They have three children and six grandchildren.

Didi Perez

Pastor to Women

Originally from Puerto Rico, Didi came to Georgia 13 years ago. As a widow, she has a heart for women that are hurting, and a passion for helping women find their strength, purpose and calling in the Lord! 

WOMEN'S MINISTRY

Dayler Dixon

Student  Ministry

Dayler Dixon has been part of Agape his entire life and now leads the Student Ministry along with a dedicated team of young adults.  This team is committed to inspiring students to "love God first, love God best, and love God always!"

Elissa Andersen

Children's Ministry Director

From a young age, Elissa felt a calling to serve, leading her to volunteer in various ministries. Now, she is passionate about teaching and mentoring the children of Agape. Inspired by Luke 2:52, her mission is to guide them in growing as Christ did: “...in wisdom and stature and favor with God and man.”

David Yarbrough

Safety Ministry

David has a passion for the safety of the church and congregation and strongly believes that God has called him to be the "watchman on the wall."  (Isaiah 62:6)  David leads a team whose focus is on protecting and welcoming all who enter. (1 Corinthioans 16:13-14)