Travis and his wife Holly, both grew up in Middle Georgia and have served with several churches in the area in various roles. Travis has also served at a church plant in Mississippi. Before coming to Valley Grove in 2016, he was a youth pastor in the Athens area.
Travis has been in the ministry since he was 18. He received a Bachelor's of Arts in Christianity from Brewton-Parker College and a Master's of Divinity in Biblical Studies from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Holly is an educator in the Thomaston-Upson School System.
Travis and Holly have two boys Tucker and Tanner. They all love the outdoors, whether its hunting, fishing, football, or the beach. They are also avid Georgia Bulldog fans. Their goal as a family is to be "kind, courageous followers of Jesus wherever they go."
Mercedes is a local member our community. She is currently enrolled at Gordon State College getting her ASN degree in pediatric nursing. She has a kind heart and enjoys being an active part in children's ministry, at her home church, Silvertown Baptist. She is taking on weekly responsibilities, financial duties, as well as serving in an administrative role.