Meet the Team
Lead Pastor
JOEY HANNER
Joey has served in ministry since 2000, first as a Student/Missions Pastor and later as the Pastor of Union 3 Baptist Church, where he led from 2011 to 2023, growing the church significantly. He has a passion for one-on-one discipleship and believes in the power of door-to-door evangelism to reach people searching for spiritual answers. His heart is for raising up disciples who will, in turn, go and make more disciples.
Student Pastor
TJ Martin
TJ is passionate about reaching the next generation with the Gospel and helping students become lifelong followers of Jesus. He has served in ministry for more than a decade, including five years as a Lead Pastor, and is currently pursuing a degree in Biblical Studies through Leavell College.
TJ and his wife, Marla, love doing life and ministry together with their family. More than anything, TJ’s heart is to see people come to know Jesus, grow in their faith, and boldly live out the Gospel.
Pastor of Worship & Discipleship
GARY WRIGHT
Gary has been in ministry since 1991 and has a passion for helping God’s people become fully devoted followers of Christ, boldly proclaiming and living out the Gospel. He has served in diverse pastoral roles, from church plants to large contemporary churches, and has also spent a decade as a corporate executive. He has traveled extensively, speaking and leading worship at churches, conferences, and retreats across the country.
Support Staff
VICKI PONTERO
Lead Secretary
SHEENA SAWYER
Financial Ministry Assistant