Leadership

Tanner is a Middle Tennessee native who returned to Nashville after serving in Portland, OR and West Africa. He received his Masters from Western Seminary, and he is currently completing his Doctor of Ministry in Applied Theology from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Tanner is deeply committed to seeing people flourish in their discipleship to Jesus by cultivating what a person believes, loves, and practices. In his down time, Tanner enjoys playing soccer, rock climbing, watching good movies, eating a meal with people, and adventuring with his wife, Megan. 

Dustin was born and raised in the mountains of Virginia and has devoted nearly three decades to pastoral ministry. Throughout that time, he has served as a worship leader, ministry coach, church planter, and lead pastor, helping plant and lead two multiplying churches. He currently serves as Executive Pastor, where he loves caring for the church staff, developing healthy systems, and equipping the church to faithfully carry out its mission. Dustin holds a Bachelor of Arts in Religion and Communications from Carson-Newman University and a Master of Divinity from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Laurie Ann, have been married for 26 years and are grateful to be raising five children who love Jesus and are passionate about His mission. When he’s not at church, Dustin enjoys spending time with his family and cheering from the sidelines at his kids’ sporting events.

Sally Schroeder serves as the Gospel Kids Director at The Gospel Church. Originally from Colorado, Sally brings a joyful and energetic spirit to ministry and loves creating environments where children can experience the love of Jesus in fun and meaningful ways. She is passionate about partnering with families and equipping volunteers to disciple the next generation. Sally believes every child is deeply loved by God and desires to help children build a strong foundation of faith that will last a lifetime. When she’s not serving in ministry, you can usually find Sally spending time with family and friends, exploring new places, or planning something fun!

Ella moved to Nashville to pursue a ballet career until the Lord stirred in her a heart and passion for student ministry. She loves connecting with students by exploring God's Word.