Staff You Should Know and Where to Find Them

Mark Carter
You’ll most likely see Pastor Carter (or Carter, as he is commonly called) on stage or in our online service.  As a founding pastor since 2009, Carter is our lead pastor and teacher. He received his doctorate (DMin) from Liberty University, a master’s in expository preaching from Moody Bible Institute, and a master’s in Pastoral Ministry from Trinity Seminary.

Carla Galivanez
Carla is our Director of Next Steps. What’s a “Next Step”? Maybe it’s finding a place to serve, getting baptized, or plugging in to a small group/the Grove. Whatever your next step it is, Carla is here to help guests plug in to the life of our community! You’ll probably see her in Connect Class or hosting a Community Night — she might also text you to say “Hi” if you are new – it’s cool!

Andy Schmeck
Andy is our Care Pastor and a secondary weekend teacher. Andy has a bachelor’s in Biblical Studies from Trinity International University and a Master’s of Divinity (MDiv) from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. It is likely you will see Andy and his wife, Brookelynn, in the lobby on Sunday mornings. As a team, they regularly engage with folks after service. They love to help people find their way and get plugged in.

Alaina Bennetts
Alaina is our Pastor of Teens. She is easily excited about teenagers and wants each of them to get the life-changing love of Jesus because it changed her life! You’ll see her around the halls on Sunday Morning where she’d LOVE to meet you, and your teenager(s) will definitely see her at Fierce Teens (6:30pm, Wednesday Nights).

Brandon Adkins
Brandon is a familiar figure on stage, leading our worship every Sunday morning. If you have any questions regarding music or production, or if you’re interested in getting more involved in these areas, Brandon is the go-to person.

Veronica Frontone
On Sunday mornings, you might encounter Veronica in the Fierce Kids lobby. She and her team are dedicated to ensuring your child has a welcoming and enriching experience tailored specifically for them.

Jenny Garcia
For those participating in our online services, Jenny Garcia will likely be your host. She’s ready to assist with any questions you may have about our church or how to get started with your journey at Fierce.  When she is not leading the online experience, you may also spot Jenny up on stage on Sunday, as she is a vocalist on our worship team.

Heather Carter

Heather may be soaking up the sun in Myrtle Beach, but she’s still a vital part of the Fierce family! Since 2013, Heather has worn many hats at Fierce, and even after relocating to South Carolina in July 2020, she continues to keep everything running smoothly from afar. Supporting staff, volunteers, and systems, she’s the go-to person when you need help—even if she’s not in the building on Sunday mornings. Got a question or need something sorted out? Just shoot her an email, and you’ll almost forget she’s miles away with how quickly she responds!