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Serving The Church
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Senior Pastor
Dr. David Cooper's personal life mission is to give the world hope in Christ. He has a unique manner of sharing biblical truth in a simple, down-to-earth style. He serves as Senior Pastor of the 10,000 plus member Mount Paran Church in Atlanta, Ga.
He holds the B.A. in Psychology from Lee University; the M. Ed. in Counseling from the UGA; and the Doctor of Ministry (D. Min.) from Erskine Theological Seminary. Dr. Cooper serves as an adjunct professor in counseling, at the Richmont Graduate University in Atlanta, Georgia. He has served as a member of Church of God International Executive Council. He is a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and is a LAPC in the State of Georgia. He serves on the Chaplain's Prayer Committee for the Georgia State House of Representatives.
Dr. Cooper is the author of the 13 books including For Better, Not Worse; Seven Stepping Stones to Success; Repurposing Your Life; Timeless Truths in Changing Times; 10 Steps Toward a Better Life; and Get A Grip!
Dr. Cooper is a featured speaker for businesses, schools, conferences and churches where he speaks on leadership and success motivating listeners to reach their full potential.
He is a guitarist, singer and songwriter and performs his original music with the band Open Door for churches, festivals and prisons. His solo CD Stand!, is available at I-Tunes Store and www.davidccooper.org and www.opendoorband.com.
His messages are featured on the radio program, Discover Life, the Streaming Faith website and streamed live Sundays at www.mountparan.com. He and his wife Barbie have two children, David Paul and Charlsi Lynn. His personal hobbies and interests include running and strength training, basketball and jazz guitar studies and performance. You may contact Dr. Cooper at 2055 Mount Paran Road N.W.
email: seniorpastor @ mountparan.com
Phone: 404.923.8700 x409
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Music & Art
An Oklahoma native, Mark was a finance major at the University of Oklahoma and received a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Lee University. While at Lee, Mark was a member of the Lee Singers, the college's premier touring choral ensemble. He toured with the Lee Singers throughout the United States, as well as Russia, Romania, China, Japan, Korea, Philippines, and Hong Kong.
Following graduation, Mark served congregations in Allentown, PA and Pompano Beach, FL before coming to Mount Paran. Mark has been privileged to participate with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association in crusades in the Unites States and Canada by singing with Ekklesia, a group of 8 professional musicians formed to minister in crusades led by Dr. Graham and Associate Evangelist Dr. Ralph Bell. Mark is a member of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chorus, founded by Mr. Robert Shaw.
In addition to overseeing the Worship/Arts department at Mount Paran, Mark enjoys travelling, and is frequently invited to lead church music seminars around the United States.
email: MarkB@mountparan.com
Phone: 404.923.8700 x 402
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Missions & Evangelism
Pastor Greg Clark presently serves as the Minister of Missions and Evangelism at Mount
Paran Church of God. He joined the Mount Paran staff in June of 2003, after serving
seven years as a missionary in south central Siberia, planting the first Christian church
among the un-reached Altai people. Prior to entering ministry full time, he spent eight
years in business and served almost five years active duty as an officer in the U.S. Army.
Pastor Clark holds a B.A. in Theology from Presbyterian College in South Carolina. He
lives in Marietta with his wife Melissa and their three children, Landon, Joanna, and
Abigail.
email: GregC@mountparan.com
Phone: 404.923.8700 x 417
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High School Ministries
Pastor James has been working in full-time youth ministry for the past 13 years. He has been married to his best friend, Tiffany for the past 12 years and has two amazing kids (Malachi & Malena). Pastor James absolutely loves teenagers and has developed a fathers heart that lives to challenge and motivate students to finish the race.
Pastor James has had the honor of ministering all over the world through his music ministry and the preaching of the word. God uses his high energy, yet comedic approach to communicate deep truths from the word of God that stick. Pastor James' passion for the things of God and genuine love for people is contagious to all those around him. He believes that the greatest message he will ever preach will be seen, not heard.
email:JamesD@mountparan.com
Phone: 404.923.8700 x 405
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Administrative Pastor
Pastor Hector Diaz has served at Mount Paran since 1977 as lay leader and elder. He
became Administrative Pastor in June 2003 to oversee finances, facilities, security, and
human resources. Driven by a genuine concern for people, Pastor Diaz is consistent in
helping individuals by giving sound financial advice. He is readily available to assist
others with various ministerial needs and humbly serves people with the utmost care.
Pastor Diaz attended Georgia State University and earned three designations from the
American College in Bryn Mawr, PA. He is a Chartered Financial Consultant, Chartered
Life Underwriter, and Registered Health Underwriter. He has worked in the financial
industry since 1974. Pastor Diaz and Loida, his wife, reside in Vinings, GA. They have
two adult married sons and three grandchildren.
email: HectorD@mountparan.com
Phone: 404.923.8700 x 444
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Pastoral Care & Counseling
Pastor Kent Hawkins has been in the ministry for 29 years, serving as both pastor and
Christian school administrator. Pastor Hawkins is currently the Assistant Pastor of Care
& Counseling Ministries at the Mount Paran Church of God in Atlanta, Georgia, where
he has ministered for over twenty years. Pastor Hawkins also speaks at retreats and
seminars in the context of the Pastoral Care Ministry.
Pastor Hawkins holds a B.S. in Social Science from Lee University, a M.Ed. from the
University of Miami of Ohio, a Master of Science in Psychology from California Coast
University and is currently completing his doctorate in the field of psychology from
California Coast University. Pastor Hawkins and his wife, Renay, live in Marietta.
email:KentH@mountparan.com
Phone: 404.923.8700 x 414
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Middleschool Ministry
Ash Mangham's natural love for students and passion for serving them is at the very core of who he is. The son of a pastor, Ash grew up in the ministry, but never saw himself as a full time minister himself. Those walls began to break down as a door opened for him to serve as a youth pastor while attaining a Christian Ministry degree at Shorter University. Still resisting, he left student ministry when he graduated, but a seed had been planted. After a few years away from ministry, God's tug on his life became irresistable, and in 2005 he began to serve the students at Mount Paran. In 2008 He came on staff there, and then in 2011 the Lord opened the door for him to become middle school pastor.
Ash knows that, more than any time in history, there is a battle raging for the hearts and minds of our students. He believes that we fight that battle by providing a safe place for students to experience the unconditional love of Chirst. Also, just as he was finally able to embrace his own kingdom purpose, he is passionate about helping students discover the unspeakable joy that happens when they discover God's plan for their lives as well! It is this mission that drives everything in Ash's life.
email:AshM@mountparan.com
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Spanish Ministry
Pastor Jesus Mendoza has been in the ministry for 22 years, he has a Bachelor's Degree in Theology Science, and as well as Engineering. Together with his wife Elizabeth have been serving the community of spanish speaking through out the Radio Program "Enjoying your Spouse", Evangelism on the streets, Counseling, and teaching in the Bible Principles for the personal and family restauration follow.
Pastor Mendoza has been married for 18 years with his wife Elizabeth, and are parents of two sons named, Isaac and David, and have been the Pastor of our Spanish Ministry for 8 years
email:JesusM@mountparan.com
Phone: 404.923.8700 x 219
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Young Adults
Pastor Mike has been in full time ministry for fifteen years with an emphasis in the following areas: Creative Arts and Worship, Church Management, Musical Performance and Volunteer Team Development. He combines his years of ministry experience to head the Young Adult/Singles and Small Groups ministry here at Mount Paran, as well as leading Worship on Wednesday Nights. In addition, Mike is the lead singer and rhythm guitarist of Open Door. Open Door ministers in prisons throughout the state of Georgia while also performing in concerts, TV appearances and conferences.
Mike's true heart is to help people connect with God, grow in authentic relationship with others and find a place where they can passionately serve within the church, local community and beyond. Mike and his wife Julie have one son Ethan and are new to the Mount Paran pastoral staff as of 2011. Mike's hometown is Huntington, WV and holds a B.S. in Biblical Studies with a minor in Music from Kentucky Christian University located in Grayson,KY.
email:MikeP@mountparan.com
Phone: 404.923.8700
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Community Care
Pastor Todd Rainwater has been in the ministry for 17 years. Pastor Rainwater is
currently the Assistant Pastor of Community Care at the Mount Paran Church of God in
Atlanta, Georgia. Pastor Rainwater teaches and ministers in the following areas: Worship
On Wednesday, Men's Ministry, Partners In Ministry, Ministry Of Helps and Counsels.
Pastor Rainwater holds a B.S. in Psychology and Business from Berry College in
Rome Georgia. He has attended Dallas Theological Seminary and New Orleans Baptist
Theological Seminary. Pastor Rainwater and his wife, Karen, and his three daughters live
in Kennesaw.
email:ToddR@mountparan.com
Phone: 404.923.8700 x 406
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Chief Innovation Officer
Tom has an MBA and a Bachelors Degree from the University of Georgia in Information Systems. He has been a member of Mount Paran Church for 19 years, served as an Elder and in other volunteer leadership capacities. His experience in business, marketing, technology and innovation have made him a great fit for this new position and a wonderful addition to the Pastoral Staff.
Tom's focus is on innovation, managing audio / video resources & services, expanding our media outreach, and expanding our use of technology to reach people all over the world. Tom has three daughters, is an Eagle Scout and loves the outdoors.
email:TomS@mountparan.com
Phone: 404.923.8700 x 400
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Executive Pastor
Chuck began attending Mount Paran over 25 years ago. Through the years
he has served on the World Mission Board, as an elder, chaired the Task
Force for the development of the Mount Paran property, gave oversite to
construction of the new campus and served as chairman of the Board of
Trustees.
Chuck graduated from Tennessee Tech in engineering and started his
business career at IBM. He later became involved in the millwork
industry in various executive positions. He and his wife Janice have 2
children and 8 grandchildren.
email:ChuchS@mountparan.com
Phone: 404.923.8700 X 295
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Childrens Ministry
Pastor Joey has served as Children's Pastor at Mount Paran since 2004. He has been involved in ministry for 17 years and has served as a Children's Pastor for the past 13 years, both in Atlanta and South Florida. He holds a Degree in Musical Theatre from the Florida School of the Arts. He later continued his ministerial education, with Global University.
Over the years, he has served in multiple areas of ministry including children, youth, evangelism, and worship & arts, but his true love is Children's ministry. Using his training in drama & the arts, Pastor Joey thrives on bringing the Word of God alive for children. He has a passion for reaching children with the message of God's love. The Children's Ministries' mission is also that of his own: to S.E.C.U.R.E. a child's life for Christ.
Pastor Joey is married to wife, Rachel. His best buddy and biggest fan is their only son, Joe Martin.
email:JosephT@mountparan.com
Phone: 404.923.8700 x 407
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