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“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up.” 1 Thessalonians 5:11

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M.A. Pastoral Counseling - Parent and Child/Adolescent

Lauren Grieves

Biblical Counseling

With 13 years of experience providing biblical guidance, including 8 years in full-time ministry, I’m here to walk alongside you with caring connection and practical conversation. My family-focused education and experience equip me to support individuals and families build healthy relationships, pursue emotional and relational growth, and receive spiritual support. In addition, my personal and professional experiences enable me to help those affected by church hurt and ministry burnout.

Walking Through SufferingFamily ConflictWaiting and Unanswered PrayerBurnout and Weariness
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Master of Arts Theological Studies - Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary

John Miller

DiscipleshipSpiritual Formation

Born and raise in the small town of Wauchula, FL, I spent most of my 20's in the Boston, MA area before moving to Charlotte, NC. I have a Master of Arts in Theological Studies, and I serve as the Youth and Spiritual Formation Pastor at Pritchard Church in Charlotte. Myers-Briggs type INFP and Enneagram 4, so I enjoy introspection and all things moody!

PrayerSpiritual DisciplinesSabbath and RestSilence and Solitude
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M.Div from Western Theological Seminary

Rachael Smith

Biblical Counseling

With over 10 years of bivocational ministry experience and a majority of those serving as a healthcare chaplain, I am passionate about walking alongside individuals through life's most difficult seasons. My calling is rooted in compassion, presence, and the belief that healing often begins when people feel truly seen, heard, and supported. I have a special heart for grief support, shaped not only by my ministry experience but also by my own personal journey through loss. Having experienced the challenges of grief firsthand, I understand the pain, questions, and uncertainty that can accompany it. My goal is to provide a safe, grace-filled space where individuals can process their experiences, explore difficult questions, find hope, and discover strength for the journey ahead. My counseling approach integrates biblical principles with compassionate listening and practical support, helping clients navigate grief, life transitions, spiritual concerns, and personal challenges. Outside of ministry and counseling, I enjoy caring for my lively menagerie of dogs, cats, and ducks. These beloved animals bring joy, laughter, and a daily reminder of the beauty found in everyday life. It is an honor to walk with others as they seek healing, hope, and renewed purpose.

Faith and WorkGrief and Loss SupportCaregiver BurdenBurnout and Weariness
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Licensed Pastoral Counselor, NCCA

Cheryl Stevens

DiscipleshipSpiritual FormationBiblical Counseling

I am a biblical counselor, ministry leader, and disciple-maker with nearly twenty years of ministry experience. Since 2006, I have served in a variety of leadership roles including worship ministry, women's ministry, mentoring, discipleship, and church planting. My passion for counseling grew out of my own journey of healing and spiritual growth. After experiencing compassion fatigue and burnout in ministry, I began a deeper process of understanding God's grace, healing from past wounds, and discovering my identity in Christ. That journey sparked a desire to help others find the same hope, freedom, and peace that I found in Him. Today, I especially enjoy walking alongside women who are navigating grief, life transitions, spiritual burnout, questions of identity and purpose, and the challenges of growing in their relationship with God. One of my greatest joys is watching Christ restore others into the people He created them to be. Pre-Marital Counseling: Marriage is one of God's greatest gifts, and I believe preparing for it is about much more than planning a wedding; it's about building a life together. My approach combines biblical discipleship, emotional health, and practical relationship tools to help couples strengthen communication, navigate challenges with grace, and cultivate habits that support a healthy, Christ-centered marriage. My hope is that every couple leaves feeling encouraged, equipped, and confident as they begin this new season together.

Forgiveness and ReconciliationBurnout and WearinessPeople PleasingInsecurity
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Master of Ministry

Bryce Jester

DiscipleshipSpiritual Formation

I am the lead pastor of Ignite Ministries and have been passionately discipling others since the age of 16. I hold a Master’s degree from Oral Roberts University and I am dedicated to helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ. Married and a father of two boys, I understand both the joys and challenges of life and ministry. I have experienced seasons of victories, hardships, growth, and refinement, but my passion has remained the same: spending time in the presence of Jesus and helping others encounter Him in a real and life-changing way. Whether preaching, teaching, mentoring, or simply walking alongside others, I am committed to seeing people experience the love, power, and transforming grace of God. My heart is to equip believers to follow Jesus wholeheartedly and to create opportunities for people to encounter the Holy Spirit and grow as disciples of Christ no matter their backgrounds.

Church and CommunityGifts and CallingCalling and PurposePrayer
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D.Min. · M.A. Pastoral Counseling

Adam Conner

DiscipleshipSpiritual FormationBiblical Counseling

Adam is a spiritual guide offering discipleship and counseling backed by 20 years of ministry experience and training in spiritual formation. More importantly, he brings lived empathy to his practice. Having navigated genetic illness, infertility, adoption, foster care, along with the pushes and pulls of ministry and family life, Adam’s ultimate passion is helping others find and honor God especially through life’s deepest challenges.

Growing Closer to GodSpiritual DisciplinesChurch InvolvementFamily Discipleship
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B.A. Bible · M.A. Ministry

David Brown

DiscipleshipSpiritual Formation

David has spent over 25 years in ministry helping others grow in their relationship with Christ. He hold degrees in Bible, Ministry, completed a doctoral dissertation in mentoring and spiritual formation. He also teaches as an adjunct faculty member for several schools throughout the United States.

Growing Closer to GodChurch and CommunitySpiritual FoundationsEveryday Obedience
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Master of Theology

Tiffani Scalzo

DiscipleshipSpiritual Formation

I've been following Jesus for as long as I can remember, but it wasn’t until I was nearly 40 that I discovered the transformative practice of listening. Though I’d spent years talking to God, I rarely paused long enough to hear his voice. Accepting an invitation to sit in silence with the Lord changed everything. As I made space to listen, my faith moved beyond knowing about God to personally encountering him. That journey led me to pursue formal ministry training, and today I’m passionate about helping others slow down and experience the power of God’s presence for themselves.

Spiritual FoundationsBible StudySpiritual DisciplinesPrayer
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M.Div. Messianic Jewish Studies

Alexis Arellano

Biblical Counseling

Alexis Arellano, M.Div., is a Board Certified Biblical Counselor with a Master of Divinity in Messianic Jewish Studies. She has taught and lectured at both the university and Bible school levels, equipping students and ministry leaders in biblical counseling, discipleship, and spiritual formation. Alexis specializes in premarital counseling, utilizing the evidence-based PREPARE/ENRICH program to help engaged and dating couples build strong, healthy, Christ-centered marriages. Through this research-supported assessment and counseling process, she equips couples with practical skills in communication, conflict resolution, financial stewardship, spiritual intimacy, and relationship growth, helping them establish a solid foundation for lifelong commitment. Combining theological depth with practical application, Alexis helps individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges through a Christ-centered, Scripture-based approach. Her counseling integrates biblical truth with proven relational principles, fostering spiritual maturity, emotional health, and lasting transformation.

Walking Through SufferingMarriage SupportPremarital GuidanceRelationship Conflict
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Master of Divinity

Chad Setter

DiscipleshipSpiritual Formation

I am a spiritual formation and discipleship guide with more than ten years of pastoral ministry experience and a passion for helping people notice and respond to God’s presence in their everyday lives. I hold a Master of Divinity degree from Asbury Theological Seminary and am a certified spiritual director through Kairos University. My approach is rooted in listening, prayer, Scripture, and the historic Christian tradition. Whether you are seeking a deeper relationship with God, navigating a season of transition, discerning God’s direction, or longing for a more intentional life of discipleship, I provide a compassionate and grace-filled space to walk alongside you. I believe spiritual growth happens not through striving harder, but through learning to abide in Christ and becoming attentive to the work of the Holy Spirit. It is a privilege to accompany others as they discover God’s faithfulness and grow into the people He created them to be. God’s redeeming grace has shaped my adult life. After more than ten years in pastoral ministry and involvement with Al-Anon and Celebrate Recovery, I am now pursuing a Master’s in Counseling.

Growing Closer to GodSpiritual FoundationsApplying Scripture to Daily LifeMens Discipleship
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M.A. Chaplaincy & Ministry of Care

Niberley Walton

DiscipleshipSpiritual Formation

I'm honored to walk alongside people as they seek God's wisdom, hope, and direction. I don't believe I'm the expert in your life—Jesus is. My role is to provide a safe, grace-filled space where you can slow down, wrestle honestly with Scripture, listen for the Holy Spirit's leading, and grow in your relationship with Christ. Rather than offering quick answers or telling you what to do, I seek to ask thoughtful questions, listen with compassion, and encourage biblical reflection that leads to Spirit-led conviction. I believe lasting transformation comes through God's Word and the work of the Holy Spirit, not through human advice alone. Whatever you are navigating, my desire is to meet you where you are while gently pointing you toward the hope, truth, and sufficiency of Jesus Christ. Every conversation is centered on helping you grow in confidence in Christ and His gospel, trusting that He is faithful to guide, transform, and sustain you.

Growing Closer to GodSpiritual FoundationsApplying Scripture to Daily LifePrayer
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M.Div., Th.M.

Taylor Cruz

DiscipleshipSpiritual Formation

I grew up unchurched until meeting Jesus in college through a relational discipleship and formation focused community. I have seen and experienced the beauty of a life surrendered to Jesus and oriented toward being with Him, becoming like Him, and doing what Jesus did. It really is possible to experience live into the sacredness of the ordinary parts of our lives with God.

Growing Closer to GodExploring ChristianityNew to FaithUnderstanding the Gospel
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