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Our Leaders
Matt Chesser
Lead Pastor - Shepherd, Visionary, Servant
Pastor Matt became the Lead Pastor of Redemption Church October 26, 2015. He has received his bachelor's degree in Theology and his master's in Pastoral Ministry and has since served in many ministries and callings throughout his life. He has a heart for missions both to the local community and abroad and is married to his amazing wife Alissa Chesser whom they share two beautiful children Moses and Benjamin.
Alissa Chesser
Worship Leader
Whether she is singing and ministering over our congregation on a Sunday morning, leading other mothers in prayer and the Word of God during the midweek, or is practicing piano in her own personal worship time, Alissa has an amazing gift from God to not only sing, but to love any and all who are looking for the Lord. She is a spectacular wife to our pastor and has raised two beautiful boys to continue walking in the path of the Lord.
Isaac Jeter
Music Director
Being both a photographer and musician, Isaac fills multiple roles as primary photographer/videographer and music director with our worship team. He is passionate about communicating the Gospel to the next generation through social media, traditional teaching and musical worship.
Rebecca Kunkle
Administrative Assistant, First Impression
Ms. Becky serves dilligently both behind the scenes and within our community. She tends to our finances, communicates with our resource providers, and is a direct assistant to our pastor. She has two adults daughters who are members of our church and two grandchildren who also often attend. Fun fact: she is also one of the few remaining founding members of our church since our pastor arrived in 2015!
Rachel Ellis
Kids' Ministry Director
Ms. Rachel is passionate about teaching kids to follow Jesus' example for worshiping God and loving others. Outside of being our children's director, she loves baking and spending time with her daughter Karliee her friends. Her life verse is, "For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future," - Jer. 29:11.
Russ Taylor
Lead Deacon
Lee Taylor
Women's Ministry & Prayer Team Leader
Ms. Lee's passion for scripture and experience as a teacher led her to accept her role as women's ministry leader as well as head of our prayer team. In her free time she can be found on her back porch with her Bible and books, bird watching, and speaking with God. She has been married to her husband Russ since 2004 and her life verse is Colossians 3:23.
Stephanie Clemons
Nursery Director