Senior Pastor Rev. Brian Gilpin
Pastor Brian and Kendra have been in pastoral ministry since 2004. They have two children, Conor and Grace. For them, life’s highest honor is to be in the Lord’s service. Their ultimate goal is to make Christ known to a world who desperately needs Him. Harvest is blessed to welcome Pastor Gilpin and Kendra and believe God will continue to pour blessings on this church body and it’s endeavors to reach this community and beyond.
Associate Pastor Rev. Don Maddox
I am amazed when I look back and see how God orchestrated his plan for my life. I was born in rural Alabama along with 3 other brothers to a mother and father who did not attend church. My mother and father were not converted until I was 6 years old. Then, life as we had always known, changed forever. My father became a pastor of a small church and through my mother and grandmother I learned some valuable lessons of how to love and appreciate people. I learned a lot about preaching from my father, but, I learned how to pastor from my mother and grandmother.
I made a profession of faith at the age of ten and was baptized, but, it was not until age 18 that I truly committed my life to God. I felt God’s direction for my life was in the ministry. I began pastoring at the age of 21 and still enjoy helping people face what life brings their way. Life is ever changing, but, God is always there to guide us.
I met my wife Mikki when my father went to pastor her home church. She has been a great partner in life and in ministry. We have been married 41 years and counting. We have a son and a daughter and six WONDERFUL grandchildren. Our son Donny and his wife Carly are parents of three of our grandchildren, Reid, Riley, and our latest Ryan. Our daughter Laura and her husband Ashley are parents of the other three grandchildren Jackson, Jacob, and Lexie Rae. I have been blessed to have a family that loves ministry, understands its uncertainties, and has always supported my decisions.
I enjoy life away from ministry also. I enjoy playing golf. Pastor Irwin and I have competed in golf tournaments as partners with frequent success. I still amaze him with my short game (or lack thereof). My father and I still get away to share some time fishing together. He has taught me to be a fisherman and to love the sport of fishing.
Worship Leader Ashlee Hanvey
Harvest has been my home since my teen years, and it’s where I discovered my calling and grew as both a person and a leader. I’ve served as the Worship Leader since 2018, and it’s an honor to lead our church in worship each week. I met my husband, Adam, while serving in children’s ministry at Harvest. He is the tech guy behind the soundboard who makes us all sound great. We have two amazing boys, Hudson and Griffin. My prayer is that every service helps people experience the life-changing power of Jesus Christ.
Senior Adult Pastor Rev. W. H. Ford
I have been blessed and privileged to pastor some wonderful churches for 40 plus years. Now in this season of my life, I find great joy in working with the senior adult ministry of Harvest. The Young at Heart group has been such an inspirational and motivational ministry to my ministry and family. Lorene (my wife) and I have two wonderful children and there is not enough space here for me to tell you how great my grandchildren are. I am most thankful for the fact that my family is serving God and are Christians.
When I find a little spare time I love to hunt and fish. I also love working in my shop in the back yard, making wind chimes, and other wood crafts with my daughter Jane.
I am what I am by the grace of our great God.
Student Pastors Justin and Shelly Wilson
Pastor Justin and his wife Shelly have served in ministry since 2008 and are grateful to be raising their daughter, Elaina. Justin counts it a privilege to invest in the next generation, helping students grow in their faith and discover the hope found in Jesus. He is thankful to be part of what God is doing at Harvest and is excited to see how God will continue to work through the students and families of this church to reach the community and beyond.
Middle School Teachers Thomas and Grace Ivey
My wife, Grace, and I are honored to serve the Lord together and our goal is to serve Him in every capacity we can. Being a part of Harvest’s student ministries is a blessing, and we are thankful for the chance to invest in the middle school class. We cannot wait to see how God shapes these students and the plans He has for their lives ahead.
Nursery Coordinator Stephanie Whiteside
(bio coming soon)
Administrative Assistant Cheryl Robinson
Having been a member of Harvest since 1998, I have served as the church secretary and administrator of Harvest Homeschool covering since 2018 and bookkeeper since 2023. I am a 30 year retired elementary school teacher and have been married to Jimmy since 2000. Our family includes 2 sons, Reed and Wesley, soon to be daughter-in-law, Madi Reese Lagle, and daughter, Taylor and her husband Patrick, and their 5 children. By God’s great grace, Reed and Madi Reese and Taylor and Patrick serve in their churches and Wesley is a member of the US Marine Corp. I consider serving my pastors and the Harvest family alongside the Harvest staff to be God’s graciousness to me.
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