NLAC Staff

Pastor Andy & Tammy Wilson
Associate Pastor / CFO

Andy is a lifelong resident of Oconee County and a lifelong member of New Life Apostolic Church. He graduated from Oconee County in 1992 and the University of Georgia in 2007 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.

Tammy has lived in Oconee County and been a member of New Life Apostolic Church for over twenty years. She graduated from Oconee County in 1996 and has been employed at a local pediatrician’s office for fifteen years. Together, they have been involved in ministry at New Life for over fifteen years.

Richard Bolding
Church Administrator

Richard moved to Oconee County in 1975 from Gainesville, GA. He has been a member of New Life Apostolic Church since 1983. He attended the University of Georgia from 1979 to 1982 studying applied sciences and business administration. Richard retired from the USDA as Administrative Officer of the South Eastern Office in 2004. He has served as our Church Administrator since his retirement.

Keith & Kendall Wall
Music Minister & Administrative Assistant

Keith moved from Maryville, TN in 2016. He was very involved at FAC Maryville in their music department and went to Maryville College for a BA Music degree. He is passionate about all things praise and worship.

Kendall has grown up in Georgia all her life and has served many years as the lead keyboardist and music director. She assists Pastor Tim and Dorcas with administration, graphic design, printing, scheduling, and everything in between. Together, Keith and Kendall strive to bring excellence to the music department and to facilitate the presence and power of God — both inside and outside the church building.

Samuel & Katie Vaughn
Student Pastor: NLAC Youth

Having grown up in the Dash youth group, Samuel is passionate about working with middle and high school students. In addition to youth ministry, Samuel also serves as a member of the New Life music team and holds a local ministry license with the Assemblies of the Lord Jesus Christ (ALJC). In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with friends and family and moonlighting as a masked vigilante.

Katie moved to Watkinsville from a thriving youth program at her home church in Ohio. She has a burden for young people and connecting with everyone around her. She and Samuel lead the middle and high school students, known as NLAC Youth, and are pouring their devotion and energy into serving our youth.

Jason & Deesha Hagwood
Student Pastor: ADULT~ish

Adultish Pastor Jason Hagwood truly has a heart and passion for young adult ministry. With over 25 years of service to the wonderful students and families of New Life, he and his wife Deesha love to help youth of all ages discover their potential and fulfill the purpose God has for them. Jason and Deesha have two beautiful children, Landon and Kinlee, and as a family are devoted to serving the needs of their church, Pastor, and community.

Derrick & Jennifer Barnett
Youth Staff/Event Coordinators

Derrick and Jennifer have been working with children and youth for over ten years. They have a zeal for youth ministry. Their goal is to help students pursue their calling and develop a deeper relationship with God. Derrick and Jennifer have two precious boys, Madox and Sawyer. They enjoy spending time together as a family and also working together to further the kingdom of God.

Madelyn Vaughn
Church Receptionist

Madelyn, a long-term resident of Oconee County, has been actively serving in various areas at NLAC since her teenage years. Developing a strong affinity for music and children’s ministries, she has established herself as a recognizable figure among the New Life community. In her role as the church’s receptionist during office hours, Madelyn plays a pivotal role in coordinating special events, extending a warm welcome to visitors, and providing a friendly voice for incoming calls to the church.