JOHN HARRISON

 Pastor

New to Nacoochee, John loves the church and welcomes any opportunity to build community. He is a graduate of Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, TX, and he is passionate about prison ministry, anti-racism, and spending time in nature. John is married to Elle Bach and they have two beautiful daughters. When he is not working or chasing his children, John enjoys coffee, movies, travel and meeting new people.

JOY WHITE PRUETT

Parish Associate, Emeritus

Joy earned her master of divinity degree from Columbia Theological Seminary and her certification as spiritual director from San Francisco Theological Seminary. In 1997, she was ordained Minister of Word and Sacrament at Nacoochee Presbyterian Church. Soon after, she was invited to serve as Parish Associate.

The Sweetness of God’s Spirit seems to touch all who worship here. Our pastor and this community of faith take seriously God’s command to love. Indeed, the love of God and the compassion of Christ stand at the pinnacle of the church’s affections through its ministry of inclusivity and hospitality — a ministry I support with all my heart, mind, and soul. It is an honor to be part of this congregation. — Joy White Pruett