Our Ministers:
As Ministers, we recognize the authority of God, and realize that we are shepherds who serve under the Chief Shepherd, Jesus Christ. We desire to devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the Word. Our passion and goal is to equip the believers for the work of the ministry until we all attain maturity in the fullness of Christ.
Justin Smith, Preaching Minister
Justin began serving as the Youth Minister at Hartselle in September 2021 and transitioned to Preaching Minister in January of 2023. A Glencoe, AL native, Justin attended Freed-Hardeman University where he achieved a degree in Biblical Studies. Justin has worked with youth for churches in Gadsden, AL; Jackson, TN; and Selmer, TN. He also served as an admissions counselor at Freed-Hardeman University for 5 years. He is married to Savannah, from Douglas, AL, who assists Justin in his ministry with her photography and PR background. Justin and Savannah enjoy all things outdoors and traveling around the world. They have one son, Wyatt. Justin and Savannah have a passion for ministry and encouraging families to work together in service of the Kingdom.
Michael Deese, Youth Minister
Michael began serving as the Youth Minister at Hartselle in May 2023. A Holly Pond, AL native, Michael attended Freed-Hardeman University where he achieved a degree in History and Family Ministry. Michael has worked with youth for churches in Muscle Shoals, AL; Tennessee, and Jonesboro, AR. He is married to April. They have two children Emerson and Elan.
