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S. Taylor Nelson has been the youth pastor at The Rock for 6 years. Born and raised in Arkansas, Taylor grew up in a religious house but never really connected with God personally until at the age of 18 he finally surrendered everything to Him and said "God if you are real I need you to show up big." Since that day Pastor Taylor has faithfully been serving Jesus through video production, worship team and youth ministry. Taylor Loves video games, Coffee and spending time with his wife Jessica and their 2 kids Kinsley and Oliver. 

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Favorite Verse: Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. - 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Parker VanBlaricom is a Pastor at The Life Church in Memphis, TN where he serves under Pastors John and Leslie Siebeling. Parker has been a part of The Life Church for over 25 years and now leads a global student conference called Axis Conference that has reached thousands of young people since its inception in 2009. Parker is passionate about the local church and communicating God’s word in a fun and engaging way that reinforces the power, character, and love of God.  Parker loves the Memphis Grizzlies, pizza, and spending time with his family. He has been married to his wife, Brynn, for over 10 years. They have 3 young children: Leo, Violet, and Boston. 

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Favorite Verse: “What do you mean, ‘If I can’?” Jesus asked. “Anything is possible if a person believes.” - Mark 9:23 NLT

Rob Bailey is the Student Ministries Pastor at Westmore Church of God in Cleveland, TN. With 10 years of experience in student ministry, Rob is passionate about investing in the next generation and equipping future leaders to grow in their faith and calling. He believes that the role of a leader is to make the next generation better, inspiring them to pursue God wholeheartedly. Rob has been married to his wife, Hannah, for several years, and together they have two children, Robbie and Harper.

 

Favorite Verse: No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. - 1 Corinthians 10:13

Anna VanBlaricom is a Pastor at The Life Church in Memphis, TN where she serves under her parents, Pastors John and Leslie Siebeling. She is passionate about God, His house, and serving people. She and her husband Zach lead Axis - the student ministry of The Life Church. They love spending time with teenagers and enjoy exploring new places. 

 

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Romans 12:11 - “Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor; serving the Lord.”