Pastor Ronald Forrester and his wife Margaret Ann came to Tullahoma’s First Assembly in October 1999. The Forrester’s are parents of two grown sons, Ronnie and Mark. Pastor Ron was born in Newport News, Virginia where he pastored the Gates of Praise for seven years. He has a M.A. from the Church of God Theological Seminary in Cleveland, Tennessee. Motivating members to become ministers has characterized the ministry of Pastor Ron and Margaret Ann for more than 30 years.

Youth Pastor Kris Richardson and his wife Jamie joined the First Assembly staff in 2005. Pastor Kris has been involved with youth ministry since he was in high school. In 1999, he graduated from the Missoula Masters Commission. The Richardson’s have three young daughters. They bring a great deal of love and energy to their work with our young people. Their desire is to help students reach their fullest potential through service and discipleship.

Pastor Gracia, his wife Cindy, and their daughter Mia come to Tullahoma from Fort Smith, Arkansas. Pastor Gracia speaks several languages; which is helpful as Outreach Pastor in a culture rich in diversity. Proficient in many instruments, his desire as Worship Pastor, is to make the music ministry at First Assembly relevant, encouraging, and meaningful to each person in the worship service.

Our Church Financial Secretary is Amy Jefferson. Amy and her husband John are the parents of seven wonderful children, ranging in age from 3 to mid-twenties. With her busy family and involvement in community and church activities, Amy’s servant heart enables her to touch many lives with a practical expression of God’s love.

Church General Secretary, Brenda Bennett, serves as a Lay Pastor and teacher at First Assembly. Her sense of humor and attention to detail help keep things running smoothly in the church office.