MEET OUR STAFF

SENIOR PASTORS

DOUG & CHARLENE BRADY

Doug, Charlene and their son Luke came to LWF in June of 2002. Prior to coming to Knoxville, they served as children, youth, and associate pastors for 16 years. They are both graduates of Rhema Bible Training Center in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Their love for the Lord, His Word, and people of all walks of life is what inspires them to serve the congregation and community of Knoxville.

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YOUTH PASTORS

DREW & LINDY RALEIGH

Drew & Lindy have been serving as Youth Pastors at LWF since February of 2001. They believe in the youth of today and the potential they have to be all God created them to be. They have been married for over 24 years and have 3 boys; Pierce (wife Kayla), Christian & Isaac, and 1 grandaughter; Karter. Drew and Lindy are graduates of Victory Bible College in Tulsa, OK. They enjoy watching sports, cheering on the 49ers, St. Louis Cardinals, and the Iowa Hawkeyes with the boys, spending time outside, doing life with others, making time for special date nights, and being a Papa and Grammy to Karter.

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CHILDREN’S MINISTER

KATE ADKISSON

Kate Adkisson grew up in Knoxville, graduating in 2001. She attended RHEMA Bible Training Center, graduating with a certificate in children’s ministry and pastoral ministry. She has been on staff at LWF since 2007. Kate has one amazing son, Evert. She enjoys spending time with her family & friends, traveling, and coffee

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OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

LAURA KINGERY

Laura has attended LWF since 1981 and came on staff as the Office Administrator in 1999. She is married to Tim and they have two children; Steve & Ashley. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with family & friends, kayaking, camping & hiking, and attending sporting events.

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CUSTODIAL & MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

RAY GRISWOLD

Ray started attending and volunteering at LWF in 2011 and then was hired in 2013. Ray graduated from Chariton High School, attended FBBC in Ankeny, IA, and is a Military Veteran. He has one daughter Shanna Jean. In his spare time, he enjoys pursuing musical excellence on guitar. Ray loves gathering with other believers in the presence of God.