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Lloyd D. Bertine
Senior Pastor |
Life Verse: John 14:1-6
Bio: Pastor Lloyd was born and raised in Citrus County, but spent 15 years in the Dugango, Colorado area where he was a pastor for 10 of those years after leaving teaching and coaching. He studied at the College of Central Florida; University of Florida; Liberty Baptist College (now Liberty University); Bethany Bible College; Bethany Theological Seminary. He has an earned Doctorate in Pastoral Ministry and has been in ministry now for 32 years.
Personal Message: I am in my 32nd year of being a Pastor and feel God calling as strongly as ever. I love ministry - even with all the struggles and challenges of today that we didn't have 32 years ago. Gulf to Lake Church has been a "GOD-THING" from the very beginning and will continue to be so.
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Minister of Music/Worship |
Life Verse: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend upon your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and he will direct your path." (Proverbs 3:3-4)
Bio: I was born in Columbus, Ohio, but have lived in Florida since 1978. My studies concentrated in music education and performance at Bowling Green State University with a Bachelors of Education & Performance in Music. I was called into Ministry in 1989 in Spring Hill, Florida. I met Pastor Lloyd shortly after, and co-founded GTLC in 1994. I am passionate about music, and passionate about animals; we have 10!!!! I have served as Minister of Music and Worship since GTLC was founded and strive to live daily in God's presence.
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Leary Willis
Minister of Adult Education
and Small Groups |
Life Verse: "Faithful is He who calls you, and He also will bring it to pass. 1 Thessalonians 5:24 (NASB95-New American Standard 1995 edition)
Bio: I surrendered to God's call to preach the Gospel while I was a student at Hillsborough High School in Tampa, Florida. After graduation I attended the University of Tampa and Trinity College with some additional studies at the University of South Florida. I have been married to my wonderful wife, Gail, for over 51 years. We are blessed to have four children including one daughter, three sons, and seventeen grandchildren. Through over 40 years of ministry I have served as Senior Pastor of churches in Florida and Tennessee and for the past 4 years as Minister of Adult Education and Small Groups here at Gulf to Lake Church. Seeking to provide opportunities for growing believers in the image of Christ and developing fellowship [community] which creates a loving, caring atmosphere for Christians to enjoy the journey.
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Steve Phillips
Student Pastor
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Life Verse: But your heavenly Father already knows perfectly well that you need them and will give them to you if you give him first place in your life and live as he wants you to. (Matthew 6:33)
Bio: I graduated from the Baptist College of Florida with a BA in Christian Education and a minor in Youth Ministry. I have a Master of Arts in Leadership from Liberty Theological Seminary. I am married to Laura and we have two boys, Christian and Cason.
My passion in life is to see teenagers start the next great revival. I believe this generation of teens is the generation that is going to change the world. My desire is to disciple students to be dangerous disciples of Christ to reach the nations of His glory.
I love football and baseball. I also enjoy playing paintball, video games, going to the beach and spending time with my family.
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Keith Tusing
Children's Pastor
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Life Verse: God has said, "To the weak I became weak, to win the weak. I have become all things to all people so that by all possible means I might have some." (1 Corinthians 9:22)
Bio: I'm a Texan and my passions are God, Family & Football. I was called to ministry at a young age and ran from God's call on my life until the age of 27...a very typical prodigal son. When I finally got my focus back on the Lord and His purpose for my life He has blessed my life in incredible ways. My education includes a BA in Theatre from Stephen F. Austin University and an MCE from Texas Baptist Institute & Seminary. God has used my love of the Arts to reach and teach children, teens and adults. Churches where I have served include the states of Texas, Arizona, and now Florida.
My amazing wife, Julie, and I have been married 30 years and we have 6 wonderful kids: Ryan-25, Derek-22, Tyler-18, Adam-16, Tanner-11, and Christy-8. Julie is my partner in life and in ministry, with a servant's heart and love for the Lord. Our goal in ministry is to reach as many children and families as possible with the Gospel of Jesus Christ!
Oh, and about Football, our family loves to play it, watch it, and coach it!
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Music Associate/
CCA Administrator |
Life Verse: "In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I will not be afraid. What can mortal man do to me?" (Psalm 56:4) NIV
Bio: I was born in Daytona Beach, Florida and raised in Citrus County, Florida. I studied voice and piano; and sang in choirs from a young age. I received a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from Florida State University (GO Noles!), where I specialized in voice and choral music. I taught elementary music in Marion County School District for one year. I am currently employed as the Music Associate and CCA Director/Administrator at Gulf to Lake Chruch, where I teach and direct children's and adult choirs, sing and play keyboard for the Praise Team and teach private lessons. I am grateful to the Lord for his abundant blessings, especially those of my family, including my husband Scott since 2007. |
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Mike Duncan
Sports and Recreation
Minister
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Life Verse: For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith-and this is not from yourselves, it is a gift of God. (Ephesians 2:8)
Bio: I have been a "native" Floridian since I was four years old and have lived in Citrus County since 1980. I have a Bachelors' degree in Business Management from Saint Leo College and recently retired from the electric utility industry. Gulf to Lake Church has been our families' home almost from the days their doors first opened. Through all those years I have volunteered in many areas of ministry and served as youth minister for five years. I have a great love for all sports and have coached football, baseball, and basketball for over ten years. I feel very fortunate to have been asked to fill the position of Sports and Recreation Minister. I am excited to have the opportunity to teach kids about the fundamentals of different sports and then to share Christ's message with them during these activities.
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