Leadership
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Clay SmithLead Pastor
Since 1994, I’ve served as the Lead Pastor of ADBC. What does that mean? I’m the primary teacher. I lead the church to fulfill its mission – to help as many people as possible take their next step toward Jesus. Other more interesting stuff about me is that I am a Rare native Floridian and I am a cattleman in my sparetime. I write a weekly column that appears on my blog, here, and in newspapers across the Southeast. I have an amazing wife, Gina, who is a counselor at her own practice, Lifeway Counseling. I have three adult children who are paying their own way in life! My favorite book is To Kill a Mockingbird & my life verse is Isaiah 40:31," Those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary, they will walk, and not grow faint."
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Todd FlemingExecutive Pastor
With a background as a former sales rep and senior pastor, Todd now serves as Executive Pastor at Alice Drive. He has been on staff since 2008 as the Adult and Discipleship Pastor. Todd is gifted in leadership and coaching leaders to their best potential. He oversees all ministries at both the Loring Mill and Pocalla campuses. He coaches and supervises the pastors as well as the financial and human resources areas of the church. He is married to Penny and has three children: Ben, Adam, and Cat.
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Mandy EastonCreative Pastor
Mandy has been on staff since 2011 serving in a variety of roles. She stepped into her role as Creative Pastor in 2018. She oversees Traditional and Contemporary worship, Communications, Tech/Media and First Impressions. Mandy, and her husband Ben, have five children Jack, Katie, Sarah Ann, Emily June and Luke.
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Travis PrudenDiscipleship Pastor
Hello, I’m Travis and I have the privilege of serving as your Discipleship Pastor. I have served on staff since 2016 and oversee Adult Ministry, Pastoral Care, Next Steps, Missions, and Bishopville. My wife, Rhonda, and I have one daughter, Caroline, who is a student at Clemson University. I love working out, sitting by the firepit on cool days, and all types of music (except Country).
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Delmar PeetPocalla Campus Pastor
Delmar has served as a pastor on staff since spring of 2015. In February of 2020 he stepped into a campus pastor position at our Pocalla Campus in addition to being a regular teaching pastor. He is married to Hannah, and they have two sons, Calvin and Delmar IV.
Loring Mill Campus Staff
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Matt SprinkleStudent Pastor
Hello! My name is Matt, and I am over the Student Department and minister to our middle school students. I have been at ADBC since 2016. Church has always been my second home! My amazing wife Kari and I have 4 children – Brantley, Sadie, Riley, and Ellie. I’m a nerd at heart when it comes to games, music, theology, and books!
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Sarah JonesFirst Impressions Director
Hi, I am Sarah Jones, your First Impressions Director. I am responsible for creating a warm & welcoming environment for all who come onto our campuses, both guests & members. I coordinate & lead our weekly volunteer teams, known as F.I.T. I train & equip our volunteers to serve with radical hospitality. I am passionate about making Sunday the best day of the week! I am happily married to Sonny & have 2 sweet kiddos, Mary & Grayson!
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Sarah RobersonElementary Director
Sarah began her role as the Elementary Director in January of 2020 after serving several summers as an intern. She is responsible for everything Kindergarten to 5th grade. As one of the many Sarah’s in the office, SR is known for loving all things events to give kids the best experience possible at church! Originally a Georgia girl, Sarah now lives in Sumter with her family while also pursuing a master’s in Communication Disorders.
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JoBeth HilliardStudent and Girls Ministry Coordinator
JoBeth is the Student Ministry Coordinator. She is responsible for running our Girl’s Ministry Program, Young Adults and also doing the administrative work for the youth department. She is married to Shane and they have two boys, Brent and Riley.
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Chris NygordGraphic Designer
Chris has been on staff in a variety of roles since 2004. He has been graphic designer since 2006 and is responsible for all the graphic design for the Communications Department including the newsletter, bulletin, website and sermon series. He is married to Cyndi.
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Grey ShealyMedia Director
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Perry “Bubba” MosesDirector of Operations
Perry, known by most as “Bubba”, joined the staff of ADBC in 2013 as Director of Operations. He has worked in accounting, computers, construction, real estate and medical practice management. He serves as church's financial administrator, human resources director, and manages the church’s computer systems. He also manages the operations department which oversees the daily operations of the church and its physical plant. Bubba enjoys all the little ones around the church. He loves their smiles and hugs whenever he can get them! He is married to Tisha and has a daughter named Ally.
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Jenni SederlundKingdom Kids Director
Hey ya’ll! My name is Jenni Sederlund and I am the Kingdom Kids Director. I get the pleasure of working with sweet preschoolers, their families and some amazing teachers. I have been working with children as long as I can remember, and I graduated from Purdue University with an education degree in 2004. I also married my husband Adam in 2004. We have 3 kids, Claire (14), Owen (10), Zoe (9), they make our lives so much fun.
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Bethany SummersKingdom Kids Assitant
Welcome! I am honored to serve as the Kingdom Kids Assistant, and the Coordinator/Baby Whisper for the ADBC Kids Childcare for MOMs Sumter. ADBC has been home for my family for many years now, the USAF brought us here, and God continues to bless us. “For I know the plans I have for you” -Jeremiah 29:11 My wonderful husband, Bo and I have Twins, we have them in litters- Irelyn and Shane. I have a slight obsession with piggies…. To the point that my retirement goal, well I should say that my husband’s retirement goal is to fund my farm, “Summer’s P’s” Puppies, Piggies, & Pa-Goats. Yes, you read that right, Pa-Goats!
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Sarah EdwardsAdult & Pastoral Care Director
Hello, I’m Sarah and new to the staff of ADBC but have been a member for 12 years. I retired from the US Air Force & SC Air National Guard in June 2020 after 30 years of service. I am blessed and excited God has opened this door to allow me to serve members of our community and church in helping you get plugged into a Life Group or any Pastoral Care needs you or your family may have. I am happily married to John and we have 3 grown boys, Jeremy, Devontaye and Josh! John and I love to camp, kayak and bike. It allows us time to enjoy all of God’s creations and reconnect with one another.
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J WrennFacilities Manager
J is retired from the SC Air National Guard where he served as assistant fire chief for McEntire fire and emergency services. J manages the physical plant for the church. He is responsible the buildings, grounds, the scheduling and setup for their use. He enjoys baseball and serving with the local American Legion post athletics. J is married to Bobbie and has a son, Andrew, serving in the US. Army.
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Andrea MetzKids Ministries Assistant
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Morgan CaldwellAssistant to Next Steps & Missions
Hi! I’m Morgan! I’m the Next Steps/Missions Assistant! I assist our Next Steps Minister as well as our Missions Minister in their day to day ministering. I have been working at ADBC since October 2019. I’m married to Joshua and we have been foster/adoptive parents for almost 3 years and we have been blessed to have loved on 16 children during that time with currently 6 awesome kids in our home.
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Sarah LeeCreative Administrative Assistant
Sarah has served on staff in a variety of roles since 2005. She is currently serving as the administrative assistant to the Creative Pastor, Mandy Easton, and the Creative team. She is married to David and has three children; Christopher, Richard, and Lauren; and five grandchildren; Caleb, Gabriel, Emery, Willow, & Kanan.
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Mary JohnsonAdult Ministry Assistant
After spending 14 years in West Africa, Mary Johnson relocated to Sumter in 2013 to live closer to her parents. Mary serves as the administrative assistant to the Discipleship Pastor, Travis Pruden. She is married to Stan and has two children and two grandchildren.
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Jason TroutmanFacilities Coordinator
I started working at Alice Drive since 2002. I am the facilities coordinator, so I make sure the church is ready for service. I have been married to Julie since 2006. I love to travel and watch soccer.
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Bobbie OwensCommunications Director
Bobbie just joined our staff in October. She serves as the communications director and enjoys working with the different ministries to promote all their events. She worked in the hospitality industry for eleven years and has a passion for people and community. Bobbie, and her husband Jake, have two children, Madeline and Hall.
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Kelly ParkerAssistant to Lead Pastor and Executive Pastor
Kelly has been on staff since 2015. She is Administrative Assistant for our Lead Pastor, Clay Smith, and our Executive Pastor Todd Fleming. Kelly has been apart of ADBC since 2011 and baptized here in 2012. Kelly and her husband Joe have been married for 27 years and have 2 children, Abigail and Caleb.
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Casey JonesOnline Campus Director
Casey is married to Kell Jones, and they have a son named Luke Benjamin Jones. Casey just joined our staff as Online Director and has a passion for people and helping others.
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Tripp CraverFinancial Coordinator
Tripp joined the staff of ADBC in 2020 and currently serves as Financial Coordinator. His primary job is at Chick-fil-A in Sumter as a Manager. Tripp is married to Jenny and they have two awesome kids, Brenna and Warren, and an overweight pug named Owen.
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Ceci NewmanNext Steps and Missions Director
Ceci and her husband moved here from Michigan over 14 years ago. They traded the snow for the warmer SC climate. They are an extremely active family. Ceci and her family find that physical activity is their fountain of youth. They enjoy anything outdoors, good food, and spending time with their family and friends. Ceci and her husband, Lance, have six children and seven amazing grandchildren.
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Corey GantHigh School Minister
Corey serves as the Minister to our high school students here at Alice Drive. He has been on staff since December 2019, and has loved seeing students grow in their faith. Corey is a proud Bible nerd, and he has a passion for preaching, teaching, and seeing God’s name go out to the nations.
Pocalla Campus Staff
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Delmar PeetPocalla Campus Pastor
Delmar has served as a pastor on staff since spring of 2015. In February of 2020 he stepped into a campus pastor position at our Pocalla Campus in addition to being a regular teaching pastor. He is married to Hannah, and they have two sons, Calvin and Delmar IV.
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Josh CaldwellWorship and Student Minister
Josh has been on staff with Alice Drive since December of 2018. He has a great desire to lead God’s people through music, and a great desire in helping the students at our Pocalla Campus find the identity in Christ. He has a heart for music, and to help students take their next step in following and trusting God. He is married to Morgan, and they are foster parents.
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Shawana HarrisMentorship Director
Hello! My name is Shawana, I’ve been the Mentorship Director since Dec of 2016. Mentoring has been a passion of mine since I was a little kid. I guess that is why everyone called me MAMA Shawana. I found my purpose early and if you feel like this is yours I would be blessed to have you as part of our team. My recently retired Air Force husband (Thomas) and I have 5 beautiful girls Faith, Destinee’, Asiyah, Zemariah, & Nevaih.