Shepherding Pastor
Larry Baker
Larry Baker encountered Jesus through a life-changing conversion at 21, sparking a deep, Spirit-led journey. After serving as an elder for 15 years, Larry joined Water's Edge Church in 2020, and in September 2023, through a powerful, divine encounter, he was appointed as Lead Pastor. In a moment he describes as “feeling the oil of God running down his forehead into his eyes,” Larry experienced a fresh anointing for leadership. His preaching is marked by a heartfelt passion for guiding others into an intentional and intimate relationship with Jesus. Under his leadership, Water's Edge continues to focus on encountering God and pursuing His vision to reach all of Lexington. Larry and his wife, Valerie, have been married for 43 years and are blessed with four children and four grandchildren.
Teaching Pastor
Mike Stancil
Bio coming soon.
Pastor
Ross Kellis
Bio coming soon.
Worship Pastor
Aaron Bradley
Aaron Bradley leads the praise and worship team through Spirit-led, prophetic worship. Originally from the Bronx, NY, and a graduate of Claflin University with a degree in English and Music, Aaron is dedicated to creating an atmosphere where God’s presence moves powerfully. He seeks to integrate prophetic ministry and prayer into each service, guiding the congregation into deeper encounters with God. Off stage, Aaron is known for his heartfelt ministry to the church family, always seeking to uplift and encourage others in their walk with Jesus. Aaron celebrates his gift of singleness and chooses to live unmarried to be uniquely devoted to the kingdom of God (cf. Matthew 19:10-12).
Office Manager
Karen Oliver
Karen Oliver grew up in Leesville, SC, and has called Lexington home for almost 30 years. A lifelong churchgoer, she was part of the Water's Edge family that walked together from the old church on Barr Road to our current building about 25 years ago. As Office Manager, Karen keeps the church's administrative work running smoothly. She stepped into the role because she wanted to help the church, and her gift for organization is exactly what this season calls for. Outside the office, Karen still works in real estate. She and her husband, Ernie, one of our elders, have been married 32 years and have three children and five grandchildren.
Head of Security
Daniel Phipps
Daniel Phipps leads the security team at Water's Edge Church. He's a Marine Corps infantry veteran who served with 2nd Battalion 9th Marines, 1st Battalion 6th Marines and 1st Battalion 8th Marines. Daniel came to faith in his mid-twenties, when he realized the only one who could set his life straight was God. He found his way to Water's Edge by marrying Rochelle, who has attended the church her whole life. Today he leads a team of five who make sure services run safely and children are secure in their classrooms, so everyone can worship in spirit and truth freely. Outside of church, Daniel loves the outdoors and time with like-minded men, and he calls himself an aspiring servant of Christ, just trying to help others get where they need to be. Psalm 23 sums up his faith: “Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”
