Troy Grant
Lead Pastor
Troy came to Lakeview in April of 2013 and has a heart for preaching the Word and reaching our world for Christ. Before Lakeview, he pastored 2 churches in Florida. Troy received a Bachelor of Arts in Theology from The Baptist College of Florida and a Master of Arts in Ministry from Luther Rice College & Seminary. He is married to the love of his life, Yvette. They have four wonderful children and three amazing grandsons. He loves the outdoors, getting together with friends and family, and Alabama Football... ROLL TIDE!
Jerry Hurley
Senior Adult pastor
Jerry joined Lakeview’s staff with almost fifty years of pastoral experience. He has a passion for senior adults, teaching God’s Word, Tennessee Volunteer football, and his wonderful family which includes the most recent addition, his great-granddaughter Makenzie Hope.
Gage Allen
Worship Pastor
Gage was born and raised in the city of Houma, Louisiana and was called to Lakeview in May of 2024. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Worship Leadership from William Carey University. With a deep love for the Lord and a passion for leading others in worship, he believes in the essential role of worship in the Christian faith. Married to his highschool sweetheart Madeline, he enjoys playing disc golf, fishing, and cheering on LSU football.... GEAUX TIGERS!
Trey Braswell
Student pastor & Technology
Trey desires to see students reached with the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the local body and across the globe. He has received a Bachelor of Arts in English from UNC Wilmington and a Master of Arts in Theological Studies from Liberty University. He is also passionate about technology and its capability to reach people on a worldwide basis. He and his wife, Whitney, have four sons and enjoy hiking as a family.
Kelli Smith
Director of Children's Ministry
Kelli has been in ministry since 1987. She is eager to invite anyone to know Jesus as their personal Savior. Along with hands-on experience, at the age of 40 she enrolled and completed the “Preschool/Children’s Ministry Certification through Campbell University Divinity School. Kelli and her husband Scott have been married for 36 years. They have 2 dogs, many nieces, and nephews. God has blessed them with many children to minister to. She enjoys camping, gardening, crafting, and photography. Ministering to children and their families are her passion.
Shelia Meade
Business Administrator
Shelia came to Lakeview in 2003. She gave her heart to Jesus in 1982. She is married to Robert, and they have one daughter. She loves spending time with her grandson. She’s a huge Marvel and Star Trek fan and loves spending time at the beach.
Melissa Keller
ADministrative Assistant
Melissa began serving at Lakeview in 2012. She joined the Lakeview family in 2004 and her entire family was baptized here in 2005. She is married to her husband of 32 years, Chris, and they have one daughter, Cassidy Keller Carrigan. She enjoys spending time with family, traveling, and antique shopping. Melissa became GiGi to her first grand-daughter in March of 2022.
Jimmie White
Maintenance
Jimmie came to work at Lakeview in 2002. Before his employment here, he was a general contractor. You can see his handiwork all around the church; his work is his ministry. He and his wife, Glenda, have 2 children and 7 grandchildren. His hobbies are dirt bike racing and camping. On top of that, he is an Appalachian State Mountaineers football fan.
Bucky Hinson
Maintenance
Bucky has been attending Lakeview since 2008 and was hired on staff here at Lakeview in 2021. He spent 30 years in industrial and commercial parts sales. He enjoys going to the gym and is passionate about fitness and health. He and his lovely wife Sharon have been married since 2007. We are so glad to have him here at Lakeview!