Leadership

Pastors & Staff

Senior Pastor

Paul Kendall

Paul serves as the lead pastor of United Family Church and is passionate about strengthening families, equipping leaders, and helping pastors overcome the challenges of ministry.

He attended Southeastern University and later completed his undergraduate studies at Vision Christian Bible College & Seminary, earning a Bachelor's degree in Ministry. He is currently pursuing advanced graduate studies toward a Master's degree in Ministry Leadership and a Doctor of Ministry.

Paul is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), a Board Certified Life Coach through the International Board of Christian Care (IBCC), and a member of the Assemblies of God Coaching (AGC). He is also a licensed and ordained minister with the Assemblies of God.

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Pastor's Wife

Evie Kendall

Evie is an ordained minister and counseled side-by-side with Pastor Paul for over 20 years before going to work for Novant Medical Center where she serves as the Manager of Guest and Volunteer Services.

Paul and Evie have been married for 41 years and have two children, Alex and Rene', as well as a wonderful son-in-law, Austin (married to Rene'), daughter-in-law, Katelyn (married to Alex), and three precious granddaughters, Hope and Ella (daughters of Rene' & Austin) and Madelyn ("Maddie" daughter of Alex & Katelyn).

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Children's Director

Monica Barker

Monica has a love for children and teaching them about God. She has a bachelor's degree in applied behavioral Science from Ashford University and is continuing her studies in ministry leadership.

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Pastor of Youth & Outreach

Jason Brown

Pastor Jason has served in youth & children's ministry for over 30 years. His desire is for students to develop a genuine relationship with Jesus as their Savior and Lord, to grow in that relationship as disciples, and to use their unique gifts and abilities to serve the Lord and make an impact in their world for the Kingdom of God.

Jason received his Bachelor of Music Education degree from Mars Hill University and his Associate of Biblical Studies from Vintage Bible College. He, along with his wife Angie, has taught in public schools and homeschool settings, and has owned and operated an after-school and summer day camp program for over 20 years.

Jason and Angie have been married for 30 years and have been blessed with five wonderful children - Isaac, Elijah, Ana, Rachel, and Judah.

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Nursery Director

Catherine Sigmon

Catherine is a mom with over 20 years experience in childcare. With a passion for infant and childcare, Catherine doesn't just baby-sit our little ones, she actually incorporates a Bible lesson and, for those old enough, a craft to help them remember what they learned.

Senior's Pastor

Sonny Pyatt

Sonny has decades of wisdom and spiritual care for God's people. Sonny is a regular speaker at UFC and his messages are packed full of God's instruction and guidance. He and Mariruth have a heart for benevolence and seeing to it that the people of UFC have all that they need.

Discipleship Pastor

Greg Blackburn

Greg has over 22 years of ministerial experience, having served multiple churches as a children's, youth and family pastor. He has specialized in teaching small groups and discipleship groups for all ages. He has taught Christian education classes at Lee University (Cleveland, TN), a Christian school, and summer elementary and teen camps. He holds a Master's Degree in Youth and Family Ministry and Bachelor's Degree in Christian Education. Greg was a licensed minister in the Church of God for over 20 years and now holds credentials as a licensed and ordained minister from United Family Church.

Greg and his wife Dedie have been married over 25 years. They have two children, Elijah and Angelica.

Worship & Service Director

Rene' Bailey

Rene' Bailey has been a part of the UFC team from the very first service. She has experienced a love for worship as early as her mind can remember. As a child, she was taught the authentic nature of God's heart by the example of her family who included her in leading corporate worship. Rene' partners with members of CFC who have a desire to use their ministry gift in the area of worship by singing and playing instruments. She leads our Sunday morning worship service and collaborates with our Staff, Board & Elders to create a worship space that is a cross-generational experience where all feel welcomed. Rene' is married to Austin Bailey and together they have two precious girls, Hope and Ella.

Pastor's Assistant & Finance Director

Sherri McBride

Sherri has a heart for ministry and serves as the Pastor's Assistant. She has worked for the church since 2016 also heads up the ushers & greeting ministries with her husband, Michael. Sherri and Michael have four children and three grandchildren.

Board

United Family Church Board

John Murph
John Murph
Vice-Chair
Keith Bell
Keith Bell
Secretary
Sue Lounsbury
Sue Lounsbury
Treasurer
Elijah Blackburn
Elijah Blackburn
Donald Powell
Donald Powell
Donald Powell
Debbie Grayson