Our Elders
Our church is led by a group of men called elders. It’s a term the Bible uses alongside “pastor,” “shepherd,” or “overseer” (see 1 Tim. 3:1-7; Tit. 1:5-9; 1 Pet. 5:1-5). These men are appointed by the members of our church to teach the Bible, to provide pastoral care, and to equip us all for ministry to one another.
Matt Ecton (Staff)
Seth Jones
Justin Turner (Staff)
Matt Givens
Matt McCullough (Staff)
Will Harvey
Shaka Mitchell
Bill Heerman
Collin Spindle
Our Deacons
Our church is served by a group of men and women called deacons. It’s a term the Bible uses alongside “minister” or “servant” (see 1 Tim. 3:8-13). In Acts 6, we see the first church in Jerusalem setting aside deacons in order that the Apostles can give their time to the ministry of the word and prayer. Our deacons are similarly appointed to humbly serve our church in various practical ways therefore setting an example for all members of the body.
BEN & SARAH BARBER, Deacons of Ordinances
As the Deacons of Ordinances, Ben and Sarah facilitate our Sunday morning team serving to support the ordinances of Edgefield Church: the Lord’s Supper and Baptism. Typically, Edgefield practices communion the first Sunday of each month. To learn more about serving on this team, click here. If you’re interested in serving on this team, please send an email to serving@edgefieldnashville.org.
Ben and Sarah joined Edgefield shortly after moving to Nashville in 2022 and recently welcome a daughter to their family.
ASHLEY DIAZ, Deacon of Children’s Ministry - Sunday School
Ashley and her husband Ricardo have called Nashville home since 2023. Within a week of arriving they started attending Edgefield and shortly after that became members. Ashley homeschools their three children and teaches Spanish to kindergarten through high school students. She provides leadership and support to our Children’s Sunday School teachers.
To learn more about children’s Sunday school at Edgefield, click here.
BRENDA DOLLAR, Deacon of Member Care - Homebound
As the Deacon of Member Care - Homebound, Brenda serves to equip the members of Edgefield Church in providing care to other members who are unable to attend our worship gatherings due to illness, disability, or age-related limitations. Brenda’s aim is to work with our members to help ensure our homebound members remain connected to our church community.
JUSTIN KELLY, Deacon of Audio Visual
As the Deacon of Audio Visual, Justin ensures the sound and lyrics for our worship service run smoothly. If you’re interested in serving on our A/V Team, please send an email to serving@edgefieldnashville.org.
Justin and his wife Hannah live in Nashville and are proud parents to three amazing little boys. Justin is the owner and Executive Director of his production company, Fifth & Broad.
JENA MCDANIEL, Deacon of Children’s Ministry - Sunday School
Jena lives in Nashville (now for the third time). She is a foster parent and an Assistant Professor at Vanderbilt University. Jena collaborates with the elders to plan and support Sunday School for children at Edgefield. She aims to help empower members to join in this ministry to raise up children who know and love God in Christ.
To learn more about children’s Sunday school at Edgefield, click here.
CARLY PRENTICE, Deacon of Women’s Ministry
As the Deacon of Women’s Ministry, Carly supports the discipleship of the women at Edgefield Church by regularly leading and/or coordinating bible studies and time in prayer.
Carly grew up in a military family and has claimed Nashville as home since 2008. She works as a nurse practitioner for the Faith Family Medical Center.
ALYSSA RIEKEMAN, Deacon of Children’s Ministry
Alyssa joined Trinity church (now Edgefield) in 2015. She and her husband, Brady, live in Nashville with their daughter and corgi. Alyssa is currently a stay at home mom and expecting their second child, but has a background working in ministry and with non profits here in Nashville. She serves and supports our children’s ministry at Edgefield.
LOUISE REED, Deacon of Children’s Ministry
Louise and her husband, Bobby, have lived in Nashville for over 25 years. They have four adult children and three precious grandchildren. She serves and supports our children’s ministry at Edgefield.
REBEKAH REISNER, Deacon of Children’s Ministry
Rebekah moved to Nashville in 2017 for graduate school. With a background in special education, she is now a 5th grade teacher at King's Academy. She serves and supports our children’s ministry at Edgefield.
CARTER STALLINGS, Deacon of Hospitality
As the Deacon of Hospitality, Carter facilitates our Sunday morning teams who work to make our building a warm and welcoming place for all who attend. These teams include ushers, greeters, and coffee table setup volunteers. To join one or more of these teams, please email serving@edgefieldnashville.org.