Rev. D. Lynn Hardaway, Senior Pastor
Lynn became our pastor in July of 2008, after serving as pastor of Central Baptist Church in Norfolk for eight years. Prior to Central, he pastored Fellowship Baptist Church in the Western Branch section of Chesapeake (now Point Harbor Community Church) for over eighteen years.
He earned his Th.G. from Baptist Bible College in Springfield, MO, graduating in 1977. He completed his B.S.R. at Liberty University in 2007, M.A.R. in 2008 and his M.Div. in 2010, both from Liberty, with a concentration in Church Growth and Evangelism. He is currently working on his D.Min. at Liberty.
He and Maureen met in 1992, were married in 2000, and live in Suffolk with their daughter, Emma.
Rev. Benjamin Karner, Music and Discipleship Pastor
Education Experience
Bachelor of Arts - Bob Jones University
Master of Divinity – Liberty University (Magna Cum Laude)
Doctor of Ministry – Liberty University (currently enrolled)
Professional Experience
Taught Old Testament & New Testament Survey at Wake Christian Academy in Raleigh, NC
Was a sales manager for a national insurance company based out of Raleigh, NC
Was a marketing director for a restoration company located in Raleigh, NC
Was a librarian and philosophy teacher at Cresset Christian Academy in Durham, NC
Was a Youth Pastor & Worship Leader at Elkview Baptist Church in Charleston, WV
Personal Experience
· Married to Karen Karner for 10 years
· 2 children – Karis (5) & Kyle (4)
· Founded a Christian band (5 smooth stones), recorded 2 full length albums of original songs, and toured for 4 years (acoustic guitar, electric guitar, and bass)
Rev. Scott Wade, Minister of Students and Outreach
Scott began his ministry as Temple's Youth Pastor in June of 2008. He grew up in York County, VA and is a graduate of Tabb High School in 1997. In 2001 he earned his BS in Business Management from Carson Newman College. Upon graduation he served as Area Representative for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes from June 2001 until October of 2009, when he became a full time staff member at Temple. In November of 2009 he added Evangelism to his growing responsibilities.
He and Bethany were married in October 2008, they have 2 sons Isaac and Josiah.
We couldn't do this without the help of our Support Staff
Kelly Coffin, Business Administrator
Robbin Ciraulo, Administrative Assistant
Patricia Hudgins, Housekeeper
Bob Lowe, Custodian
Elisa Banziger, Church Wedding Consultant and Wednesday Night Supper Cook
Marilyn Rilee, Church Organist and Pianist