Jonathan Helms serves as the Executive Pastor at GT Church. A former officer in the United States Air Force, Jonathan brings the same dedication and leadership to ministry that he once gave to his country. He is a graduate of the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, where he earned his Master’s degree in Christian Ministries.

Jonathan is passionate about God’s Word and committed to helping others grow in their faith and relationship with Jesus. Whether through teaching, leadership, or personal connection, his heart is to see people discover their purpose and walk confidently in God’s calling for their lives.

Rev. Ken & Susan Pippin

Ken and Susan Pippin served as Lead Pastors for thirty-two years before accepting a position with Pen Florida District Council of the Assemblies of God as Director of Senior Adult Ministries. They are both ordained with the Assemblies of God, and Susan serves as the Presbyter for Credentialed women in the Assemblies of God of Peninsular Florida. Ken and Susan have been married 51 years, with two sons; one a local Pastor in Pinellas Park, the other serving as their worship leader for many years. They are blessed with eight grandchildren, one in heaven, and two great-grandchildren. Ken and Susan have a passion for reinvesting those fifty and above back into the ministry of the church. They also believe those in this age group are critical in the mentoring, building, and strengthen of the new generations.

Heath serves as the Worship Pastor at GT Church and, together with his wife, lead the Young Adults Ministry. He was raised at GT Church and now with a family of 6, he pours into the same fellowship that helped shape his faith.

Heath believes that God has placed a unique calling and gifting on every person’s life and is passionate about helping people actively walk in that calling.

He has a deep love for creativity, leadership, and team building, and enjoys guiding projects from vision to completion. Guided by his motto, “There’s always room for one more,” Heath strives for excellence in worship, production, outreach, and the creative ministry—all with the goal of growing God’s kingdom and helping others discover their God-given purpose.

Madison Redmond has grown up and served at GT Church her entire life. Guided by the encouragement and discipleship of GT’s leaders and her parents, she has developed a deep and lifelong walk with Christ. Madison earned her MBA with a concentration in Leadership from Southern New Hampshire University and uses her skills to help lead and equip the next generation.

Her passion for ministry was cultivated through years of serving in Youth Group, Girls’ Ministries, and Elementary Sunday School. Madison believes in empowering students to build their own biblical foundation and to become sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit. Her joy and enthusiasm create a positive, Christ-centered environment where students can grow in their faith.

With a heart for raising up the next generation, Madison is devoted to planting godly seeds in the hearts of young believers and watching God bring growth in their lives.