Staff

Greg Smith

Elder and Lead Pastor

**Greg is currently deployed with the US Navy to Bahrain and returns in the summer of 2020. A native of the lowcountry, Greg has a special love for the city of Charleston and the surrounding areas. He and his wife Daniell have been married for over 20 years and enjoy being parents to their 11-year-old son, Aiden. Previously, Greg served as Lead Pastor at Pierpont Baptist Church (PBC) in Charleston for eleven years. Greg then led PBC through a merger with another local church, resulting in the birth of Grace on the Ashley, where he has served as Lead Pastor since 2011. A graduate of Charleston Southern University (B.S. Business) and Columbia International University (Master of Divinity), Greg is currently enrolled at The Master’s Seminary, working on his Doctor of Ministry. Greg is also a Lieutenant in the US Navy Reserve, where he serves as a North American Mission Board endorsed chaplain. He enjoys playing sports, reading, and traveling.

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Britt Stokes

Elder and Interim Lead Pastor

**Britt is serving as Interim Lead Pastor in Greg’s absence. A native of South Carolina, Britt has been married to his high-school sweetheart, Maegen, for over 12 years. They have one daughter, Grey, who is 3 years old. Being raised a preacher’s kid, Britt has been actively serving in all levels of the church for as long as he can remember. More recently, in his adult life, Britt has served as deacon and pastor. He holds a B.S. from Clemson University, an M.B.A. from Charleston Southern University, a Master of Divinity from Southern Seminary, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Southern Seminary. Additionally, he has over 10 years of corporate business experience, most recently with Scansource, Inc., a global corporation headquartered in Greenville, SC. In his spare time, you can find Britt hunting turkeys, working on the farm, reading/writing, or enjoying a beach day with his family.

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Jacob Benton

Student Ministry Director

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Donna Faulk

Director of Children’s Ministry and Financial Secretary

Donna was born and raised on a small island in the Bahamas. She’s the youngest of fourteen children. Donna has been married to Greg for 34 years and they have lived in Charleston for 30 years. They have one son, Anthony, and a beautiful daughter-in-law, Jordan. Donna considers it is such a privilege to work with children, especially having the opportunity to teach them the truths and the treasures of Scripture. She has been working with children for over 25 years and cannot imagine doing anything else.

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Julianna Fletcher

Worship Arts and Communications Director

Julianna, a native Ohioan, graduated from Taylor University in Indiana with B.A. in Economics. She has served local churches for 20 years, including Seacoast Church, The Church at LifePark, and Daniel Island Fellowship, all of which are located in Charleston, SC. Particularly, Julianna has served various churches in worship leadership, church planting, and other leadership roles. As a vocalist and pianist, she continues to lead worship from Charleston, SC to the National Cathedral in Nairobi, Kenya. However, Julianna most enjoys being a wife to her college sweetheart Joel of 24 years and a loving mom to her three children, Sam (21), Brooke (19), and Benjamin (14).

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Andrea Griffin

Office Assistant

A native of South Carolina, Andrea was raised in the small, upstate town of Inman, SC. Andrea has been married to Shane, her college sweetheart, for 15 years. Together, they are living happily ever after with their beloved cats, Mr. Ears and Molly. In her spare time, Andrea enjoys spending time outdoors, going for long walks, having picnics, riding bikes, and gardening.

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Steve Parks

Elder and Facilities

Steve is one of the rare, authentic Charleston natives that still exist in the lowcountry. He was born and raised in the same community where Grace on the Ashley is located and currently enjoys the Lord’s grace and mercy by living in beautiful Charleston. Steve serves as chairman of the elders at Grace and considers himself blessed to have done ministry for over 20+ years with Greg and others. Steve also serves on staff at Grace to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming facility for all of guests and members alike. God continues to show Himself faithful to all who seek to be a part of what He is doing in and through our church. It is my hope and prayer that He will also move in your spirit to join us in His kingdom work here!

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Theresa Ryan

Ministry Assistant

A native of Rhode Island, Theresa became a follower of Christ when she was 60 years old, in what she describes as the happiest she has ever been. Two years later, Theresa retired and moved to Charleston to be with her son, who offered to take care of her the same way in which she had cared for him. Theresa couldn’t refuse! Her Pastor from Rhode Island directed her to Pierpont Baptist Church where she attended and served on staff. Pierpont Baptist Church later merged to form Grace on the Ashley, where Theresa continues to serve on staff. Theresa loves her job and church family!

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