Rev. Dana Ezell
Rev. Dana is a native of Baton Rouge but has lived in Atlanta since 2008. Before answering the call to ministry, she worked as a social worker in Baton Rouge and Seattle. She received her BA and MSW degrees from LSU and her seminary degree from Candler School of Theology. She enjoys spending time with her canine fur kids, reading, traveling, playing trivia, and cooking and eating good food with friends. Oh, and watching LSU sports.
Rev. Terry Phillips, Sr.
Rev. Terry has served as a pastor for more than 50 years, pastoring more than a dozen churches across Georgia. He been on staff at SAUMC since August of 2012. His major responsibilities are to help with pastoral care, follow up on visitors, and serve as a Stephen Ministry Leader and as staff representative for Faithful Followers. From time to time, Rev. Terry also leads Bible and book studies with his wife, Mary. About every five or six weeks, you’ll find him preaching a sermon.
Rev. Beth Clark
Rev. Beth serves as an associate pastor at St. Andrew connecting with young families and facilitating groups around spiritual formation & well-being. She attended Kennesaw State University and majored in French, thinking she would teach at the college level. God had other plans! She is passionate about the intersection of our mental and spiritual health, and transformation through spiritual practices.
Lisa Springer
Lisa Springer is the Program Director for St. Andrew. Lisa is excited about this new position. When not at work Lisa enjoys scrapbooking, crocheting and visiting her grandson in Virginia! Lisa has been married to Ed for over 35 years and they love to travel together.
Regina Haller
Regina graduated from Lenoir Rhyne University in Hickory, North Carolina with a degree in Christian Education. For the last 7 years she has had the honor of being the Children's Ministry Director at St. Andrew. “Sharing Jesus' love and engaging children to learn and explore Jesus' love for them is a blessing to me.”
Kim Pelham
As preschool director, Kim oversees and directs the daily activities of the preschool. She is very thankful to have a job that allows her to engage with teachers, parents, and children on a daily basis. She resides in Cartersville with her husband and dog Toby. She has a daughter that lives in Colorado and a son that attends Mississippi State University. In her free time she enjoys reading. attending sporting events. traveling and trying new restaurants.
Diane Woods
As Office Administrator, Diane coordinates and manages the daily activities of the church, and offers her support to the congregation, staff and ministers of St. Andrew. She resides in Woodstock with her husband Chris and enjoys cooking, crafting, and reading in her spare time.
Sharon Griffin
As Financial Administrator, Sharon supports the business operations of the church which include supporting the congregation, staff, and ministers. She is a Marietta resident who is a mother, grandmother, and avid Kennesaw Mountain hiker.
Rick McGee
Rick has been the church organist since September 2009. He assists with the church music program, directs the Out and About choir and assists with all music-related aspects of the church. “This is my ‘family’!!!”
Eileen Hemmati
Elieen has been the Music Ministries Director for last 11 years. She is married with 2 girls: Anna, a graduate from UGA, and Azita, who is in her sophomore year at University Of North Georgia Dahlonega. She has been blessed to be playing piano since she was 4 years old and also play many other instruments to include Flute, Piccolo, Clarinet, Bassoon, Tuba, Sousaphone.