ELDERS
Caleb Santos
Steve Leo
Don Harris
Rick Dresselhaus
Chris Banks
David Cazorla
George Kashella
STAFF
I was born and raised in Kentucky and I went to Asbury University. I met my wife Anita there. We got married and moved to Florida to do ministry. Anita & I came on staff at Grace Snellville in 1998, as student pastors. I’ve always had a passion for student ministry, but in 2015 Buddy Hoffman (GFC founding pastor) asked me to step into the role of Lead Pastor at Grace New Hope. After much prayer, we joined New Hope! It’s been an awesome, grace filled journey ever since! My son & 2 daughters all live in Georgia- I love spending time with them & their spouses… can’t forget about my granddaughter Harper!
Randy Rainwater
Senior Pastor & Teaching Elder
Randy@gfc.tv
Sarah Burnett
Worship Leader
sr@gfc.tv
Sheeba Garcia
Executive Director
Sheeba@gfc.tv
I was born in Kerala and my family moved to Oregon when I was a little girl. When I was in Middle School, the Lord called my family to Kenya, Africa to be missionaries. In Kenya, I attended Rift Valley Academy, where I truly understood what it meant to have a personal relationship with Jesus. I received my BA in Psychology and Human Services from Asbury University. Randy and I have been married for 32 years, and we have three adult children, and one granddaughter. From the beginning of our marriage, Randy and I have been working in Youth Ministry. The greatest joy I have is to be loved by God and to serve Him.
Anita Rainwater
Mission’s & Women’s Ministry Director
Anita@gfc.tv
Daniel Rainwater
Worship & Leadership Development Director
Daniel@gfc.tv
Spring Crowder
Creative & Guest Experience Director
spring@gfc.tv
I was Born in Omaha, Nebraska, but grew up in Lawrenceville. After graduating from Brookwood High School, I joined the United States Marine Corps as an infantrymanI am currently finishing up my degree in History with a Teaching Certification. I am married to the amazing Hannah Moran. I feel called to teach the incredible and inerrant Word of God and am excited to step into this new role.
Patrick Moran
Adult Ministry Director
Patrick@gfc.tv
Michaela Gerard
Hospitality & Social Media Resident
Kids team
I was born in Kentucky, but my Georgia is my true home. I was raised by a family that loved Jesus. I’ve always been a creative soul with a passion for music, so I pursued a Bachelor's degree in Vocal Performance from Belmont University.
After I graduated, the Lord led me to the Grace Family of Churches, which immediately felt like home. I’ve had the opportunity to intern in middle school and children’s ministry at Grace Fellowship Church. I’ve also had the chance to work with the Daraja Children’s Choir of Africa, where my understanding of worship deepened as I continued growing in my relationship with the Lord. After Daraja, I felt called into teaching and attended UGA to earn my teaching certification. For the past 10 years I’ve been a Music Educator, primarily in elementary schools. I also had the chance to teach music and disciple students at Canopy Life Academy in Kenya.
I’m honored and humbled to step into the Kid’s Director position at Grace New Hope. I look forward to sharing the beautiful truth of the gospel with the next generation. In my spare time, I love to cook, make music, travel, and sit around a table with friends talking and laughing.
Collett Harris
Gracekidz Director
Collett@gfc.tv
My family and I started attending Grace Snellville when I was 9. Gracekidz was the first place that the Gospel came alive for me- and I am passionate about helping kids experience God in the same way! I trained as a classical ballet dancer on a pre-professional track, until I felt God calling me to work with kids in a bigger capacity. I’ve taught ballet to ages 3-14 for 11 years!
In 2022, I graduated from Georgia Gwinnett College with a degree in Elementary Education! God keeps giving me more opportunities to pour into kids, and I am so grateful! When I’m not working, I am spending time with my family, traveling (anywhere!) and creating!
Mary Catherine Kelly
K-5 & Big Kidz Coordinator
Mkelly@gfc.tv
Hannah Moran
Kidzlife Coordinator
Hannah@gfc.tv
I have a Bachelor’s degree from St. Mary’s Dominican College in New Orleans in design. After having my children, I switched careers and became a Ga. Pre K teacher for almost 27 years. From there I authored many children’s books for the young reader. In my spare time, I love to write poetry and I enjoy music and the arts and interior design. I currently live in Lawrenceville, Ga. with my youngest son Jonathan.
Jill Smith
Preschool & Nursery Coordinator
Jill@gfc.tv
I was born and raised in Minnesota and have been living in Georgia since 2010. I am married to David, and we have a son, Alex, and a daughter, Eliana. I graduated from University of Northwestern, St. Paul with degrees in Business and Biblical & Theological Studies. My family has been at Grace New Hope since 2019, and we love how the church disciples the next generation. In my free time, I enjoy reading, good food, and hanging out with my family. I am happy to be part of the team at New Hope, supporting the children’s ministry!
Melissa Cazorla
GraceKidz Admin
MelissaC@gfc.tv
Student Team
I grew up in the Grace Family and also participated in the residency program. Afterwards, I served as the Next Generation pastor at a church in Atlanta. I am currently getting my Master’s in Christian Leadership from Grand Canyon and am expected to graduate this October! In my free time, you can find me playing golf, which I do at least once a week, or at Rico’s one of my favorite Mexican restaurants in Acworth.
I always want to bring the authentic gospel to others. I look forward to being at New Hope & seeing a new generation of students become hungry for the kingdom of God and walking alongside them to the throne room of Jesus.
Cam Free
Student Minister
Cam@gfc.tv
Brian Lankford
Associate Student Minister
I grew up in Gwinnett and I attended Brookwood High School where I first got plugged in with the Grace Family of Churches. I got the chance to intern with Grace Snellville my senior year of high school which led to a wonderful road of internships at Grace New Hope in the following years with student ministry. I have a heart for seeing broken things restored and am pursuing that by striving for a degree in psychology!
Jane Brumley
Student Admin
Jane@gfc.tv
Grace Greenfield
Resident
I grew up in Georgia. I completed my Bachelor’s in Sport Management at UGA, and I am currently finishing my Master’s Degree in Church Planting from Liberty University. I enjoy working out and playing sports. My favorites are soccer, tennis, basketball, and recently pickle-ball! I am so excited to be a part of what the Lord is already doing in and through this community and church and I am thrilled to get to play a role in the Great Commission by making disciples.
Elise Free
Student Outreach Coordinator
Elise@gfc.tv
Gretchen Balladares
Resident
Additional Ministries
David Cazorla
Spanish Ministry Director
Daniel Frost
Facilities & Grounds
Cathy Henry
Weddings & Funerals Coordinator
Renae Reece
Foster Care Support