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 Senior Pastor Dr. David L. Davis Pastor Davis was assigned to the area by Bishop Lloyd Knox in June of 1995. He began the church in homes and moved the community to the Fort Daniel School and eventually to its present location. He has a love for helping people become devoted followers of Jesus Christ and holds a special place in his heart for the poor throughout the world. He and his wife Rachael were married in 1981 and have two daughters in college – Georgia in Georgia Tech and Ashlee in Georgia State. Pastor Dave earned his BA Degree from Houghton Wesleyan, his Master of Divinity from Emory University and a Doctorate of Ministry from Princeton Theological Seminary.
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 Associate Pastor Jason Mincey I answered God’s call to the ministry in 2002, after a 15-year career with BellSouth. In June of 2003, I was appointed to Trinity United Methodist Church in Covington, Georgia, where I served for five years before coming to Hamilton Mill UMC in June of 2008. I graduated from Heritage High School in Conyers, Georgia in 1986, and hold a Bachelor’s Degree (Finance) from Kennesaw State University and a Master of Divinity Degree from Emory University’s Candler School of Theology. I’ve been happily married to Kim for 18 years and we have two beautiful teenage daughters, Maggie and Mackenzie. I want to pinch myself every day when I wake up! I still can’t believe that I am blessed to be able to teach, preach and serve the Lord alongside my brothers and sisters here at Hamilton Mill UMC! For me, there is no greater joy than seeing someone’s life transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit, seeing the look in their eyes when Jesus Christ ceases to be just a religious concept and finally becomes real to them. Faith is meaningless unless it is real, and it is not real until it is lived out. I genuinely enjoy helping people explore new ways to live out their faith in Christ by sharing His love with the world. Email: Jason.Mincey@hmumc.org
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 Executive Assistant to Senior Pastor - Roger Freeman Roger Freeman and his wife Sondra have been members of HMUMC since 1999. They were married in the Chickasaw UMC, near Mobile, Alabama in 1960 and have two daughters and three grandchildren all of which are in the immediate area. Roger retired from Georgia-Pacific after 32 years of service. He has been working for HMUMC since 2001, starting as Membership Administrator in a
part-time position. He is now working full time as both Executive Assistant to the Senior Pastor and Membership Administrator. His passions are God, family, work and music.
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Associate Pastor Matt Tuggle In the summer of 2002, before my senior year at Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia, something strange happened to me. God, by leading me into a commitment to read from the scriptures and pray daily for the first time, broke into my life in a new and intimate way. At the end of that summer I accepted my call to live as a committed Christian, and over the next few years while working in special education and volunteering in youth ministry in Richmond, Virginia, I began to accept my calling to leadership in the Church. I served as the Director of Youth Ministries at Good Shepherd UMC in Richmond for two years before moving to Texas to attend seminary at Perkins School of Theology, SMU. While at Perkins I served in youth ministry at Highland Park UMC and (much more importantly!) married a wonderful woman named Amy. Amy and I feel very fortunate to be a part of Hamilton Mill UMC, a church where both God and people are clearly at work. Email: Matt.Tuggle@hmumc.org | ||||
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Director of Operations - Kathee Hawkins I do what I do because I love God and I love this church. Historically, whenever I have volunteered at church it has been to teach children, help with VBS or maybe serve on a committee. But with this job, I have the incredible privilege to use the gifts that God has given me to help His people and His church. Email: Kathee.Hawkins@hmumc.org | ||||
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Records and Data Management - Connie Garmon Connie was born in Elberton and has lived in Georgia most of her life. She has been a member of HMUMC over 10 years and joined the administrative staff in 2008. Before that she was a Teacher Assistant at HMUMC Preschool for 4½ years. She has over 10 years of clerical and accounting experience and holds an Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration from Perimeter College. She loves serving Jesus and the congregation because it allows her to use the gifts and experience that God has given her. Connie lives in Lawrenceville with her husband of over 20 years, Darryl. They have been blessed with two beautiful daughters, Amanda (10) and Lindsey (7), and one dog, Mollie. Connie has a heart for young children and you might find her during the week serving at her daughters' school, competitive cheerleading squad, gymnastics team, Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. Connie lives by the Bible verse Philippians 3:12 (NKJV), "Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me." Email: Connie.Garmon@hmumc.org
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 Director of Hospitality and Event Programming – Robin Boozer As I look back at my life, I can clearly see that God has been preparing me for the day that He would call me to serve. At the age of five, I hosted regular tea parties for all of my friends and stuffed animals. Years later, I graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Consumer Food Science and went on to enjoy a career as Director of Sales and Catering for the Hyatt and Ritz Carlton Hotel Companies. My greatest fulfillment though came through serving others. I have served as a mother, wife, Girl Scout Leader, PTA President, School Council Representative and Sunday School Teacher. When the Director of Hospitality position was created at the church, I knew that God was asking me to join His team. It is my goal to protect the sanctity of our church to ensure that it is open to everyone, to enhance the community, build strong marriages and families and be a beautiful place to worship our Lord. Email: Robin.Boozer@hmumc.org
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 Director of Spiritual Growth - Harvey Mann
Twenty plus years ago my life was so changed by being in a Bible Study that I have not been the same since. I know if God can use a study to change me, He can do the same for anyone! My hope is for all people at Hamilton Mill UMC to understand what a huge difference being a part of some type of small spiritual group can be in your life. I am passionate about God’s Word and having people study it so they learn it for themselves and learn to believe it for themselves, not just because their parents did or their spouse does. My deepest prayer is for all people to know Christ as their Savior and to know without a doubt that He loves them just as they are. | ||||
 Directorof Children Ministries - Renee Dickhute
Renée Dickhute was born and raised in Baton Rouge, LA where she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education at Louisiana State University. After teaching in Louisiana and Tennessee for five years, she stayed at home with her three children after moving to the Atlanta area in June, 1992. When the opportunity became available in 1998, she felt lead to take the job as Preschool Director at First United Methodist Church in Buford, GA. She then accepted the position of Preschool Director at Hamilton Mill United Methodist Church in December 2000 where she began the preschool ministry. Renee has now accepted the positon of Director of Children's Ministries here at HMUMC. Renée lives with her husband, Brian, and three children - Morgan, Kathleen, and Chris in Buford, GA. The Dickhute’s were charter members of HMUMC, joining the church in January 1996. Renée is very passionate about her ministry with our children’s development and spiritual well-being. She considers it a privilege to serve in this capacity. Email: Renee.Dickhute@hmumc.org
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Paul Knight - Youth Pastor Hey, I'm Paul Knight, the new Student Director here at HMUMC. First off I want to thank David Saine for all his faithful years here. If you haven't yet I encourage you to thank him for all he has done for the students in the community. I have gotten a chance to talk to the students and David will truly be missed by them. Now, as for me, I couldn't be more excited to be here at HMUMC getting to do not only what I love to do, but what God has called me to as well. In my senior year of High School God called me to step up and lead the next generation of Christians. Since hearing God's call I graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University (I'm originally from Indiana), lead several mission trips, and recently finished a two year internship in the High School ministry at 12Stone Church in Lawrenceville. I don't think anyone could be as excited as I am to be the Student Director here at HMUMC. I know God has big plans for this community and I'm really eager to meet anyone and everyone here at HMUMC. So, if you see me please say hello! I would love to meet you. | ||||
 Director of Nursery and MMO Ministries – Amy Stokes My passion of creating a secure and loving Christian environment for our children and parents began when my child was little and I was afraid to leave him in the nursery. I needed a chance to grow spiritually and I was very overwhelmed. Being able to allow parents to grow spiritually without worry and seeing each child’s smile while in the nursery is truly a gift and blessing for me every day. Email: Amy.Stokes@hmumc.org | ||||
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Preschool Director - Jennifer Markham Jennifer was born in Sioux City, Iowa where she grew up and lived until after college. She graduated from Briar Cliff College in Iowa with a degree in Sociology and Elementary Education. Jennifer married her husband Kevin in Houston, Texas and taught for ten years. She also received my masters of Education in Administration and Supervision from the University of Houston. They moved to Georgia in the winter of 2000. Jennifer is truly blessed to have two boys, Alex and Andrew and a wonderful husband, Kevin. They found Hamilton Mill UMC because they were looking for a preschool. Their older son started when he was two the first year the preschool opened. We loved it and Jennifer soon started working there and has enjoyed every minute of it. It is so wonderful to come to work every day and teach these young children about God’s love. | ||||
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 Principal Pianist - Jason Landers In addition to playing the piano at Hamilton Mill UMC, Jason Landers is also the Choral Director at Osborne Middle School in Hoschton. He received his Ed.S. in Middle Grades Education, M.M.Ed. in Music Education, and BMUS in Music Education from the University of Georgia. While attending the University, Jason studied with Dr. Martha Thomas and sang baritone in the Men’s Glee Club under the direction of Dr. Allen Crowell. Jason was a First Honor Graduate in 2004, graduating Summa Cum Laude with Highest Honors. He has served as an accompanist at District 13 Honor Chorus and Georgia All-State Chorus on numerous occasions. In addition to music, he holds certification in mathematics, language arts, and educational leadership. Ever since he was in middle school, Jason has served in the church in some musical capacity, whether playing the piano, directing choirs, or leading worship as a minister of music. He is in awe of the wonderful gift God has given him and does not take his talent for granted. Through playing the piano, he appreciates the opportunity to share with others just a small part of how God has blessed his life. Jason and wife, Rachel, currently reside in Auburn with their son, Seth. Email: Jason.Landers@hmumc.org
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Music Ministry Assistant - Kathy Ralya At the age of 16, the love Christ offered on the cross became real in my life at a Christian youth retreat and I’ve never been the same. I have sung my whole life. Music has always been a passion, but after accepting Jesus as my Savior, music became a ministry opportunity to share Christ’s love with others. I joined the congregation at Hamilton Mill United Methodist Church in 2002 and joined the Music Department staff in 2009, where I am able to combine my love of singing with the management, administrative, and communications skills I’ve acquired over the years working in retail management, banking, and office administration. I have lived in the Atlanta area since 1991 and reside in Dacula, GA with my husband Mike. We have five children between us, two adult daughters who live in Michigan and three teenagers, one boy and two girls who provide drama, comic relief, and pure joy to our busy lives. Email: kathy.ralya@hmumc.org | ||||
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Children's Music Coordinator - Mallory Brock
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 Director of Communication and Technology – Bill Williams Bill was born in Mobile, Alabama and has lived in the Atlanta area most of his life. He graduated from Georgia State University with a BBA in Management. He has held management positions with LJ Hooker Developments and the American Red Cross Southern Region. In 1995 Bill formed Prismatech, Inc., a marketing and computer graphics company. He sold the company in 2006 and is currently helping HMUMC fine-tune communication efforts through the website, printing and video mediums. Bill and wife, Linda, currently live in Gainesville with daughter, Grace, and son, Will.
Email: Bill.Williams@hmumc.org | ||||
