Our pastor, Derrick, received a call to ministry when he was 16 years old. As a result, he pursued training with his pastors at his home church and he’s served in ministry ever since. He began as our pastor June of 2018. His passion is to help people and exalt Christ.
Derrick married the love of his life, Allison in 2007. They met on a blind date in 2006 when they went to Chili’s and bowling. Derrick scored his highest bowling score. Derrick and Allison swapped email addresses so Allison could “send the photo of his best game” to him. They have four wonderful children; Caroline, Lottie, Charlie, and Colt.
Caroline enjoys music and dancing. She is very artistic and wants to be a hair dresser and makeup artist when she grows up. Lottie loves ballet and is excellent at using her hands. Lottie loves doing anything her big sister does and shes so sweet to her little brothers (most of the time). Charlie is hilarious and has a mean fastball. He’s into everything in a good way. Colt is the consumate little brother. Everyone loves to take care of him. But he’s a lot of fun to be around.
While Derrick has his BA in Psychology from the University of West Georgia, his MDiv and MA Biblical Counseling are from Luther Rice Seminary. Derrick recently received a Doctor of Ministry degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Derrick and his family enjoy the outdoors together. They enjoy theme parks, their favorite right now is DollyWood.
View Derrick’s Messages: http://lafayettefirst.life/watch/derrick
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