We Love Our Team!

At North Avenue, we believe the church is not just a building but a family on mission together. Our team is made up of passionate people who are committed to serving God and supporting one another as we grow in faith together. Each team member brings unique gifts, talents, and a deep love for Christ, united by the mission of sharing His love and message with the world.

We are excited to introduce you to the people who help lead and serve our church community. Whether in worship, teaching, outreach, or pastoral care, our team is dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome and empowered to grow in their relationship with God.

Get to know us better, and feel free to reach out—we’d love to connect with you!

As an added bonus, each staff member has recommended a restaurant. Click the button to view more details and discover some seriously good eating places!

Jasmine Anthony

Director of Children and Family Ministries

Renee Abernathy

Director of Finance and Administration

Kay Carlson

Staff Associate for Equipping Ministries

Roxie Chess

Director of Ministry and Mission

Jason Chen

International Student Ministry Coordinator.      

Chris Clay

Director of Contemporary Worship and Innovative Technology

Jessica Dart

Director of Youth Ministry.

Prince Davies-Venn

Associate Pastor for Urban Ministry

Rev. Jasmine Evans

Associate Pastor (Young Adults, Adult Discipleship & Worship)

Dr. Laura Jeon

Director of Worship Arts and Choral Music

Kameron Joelson

Executive Assistant to the Pastors

Cynthia Kilgore

Custodian

Maurice Lattimore

Urban Outreach Chaplain

Preston McCurty

Director of Facilities

Rev. Dr. Samuel Mwaniki

Theologian in Residence

Rev. Dr. Fred Foy Strang

Interim Senior Minister

Ruben Williams

Lead Custodian

Kay Carlson

Staff Associate for Equipping Ministries

Phone: 404-875-0431 x213

Kay's Restaurant Recommendation

We absolutely LOVE The Iberian Pig on the Square in Decatur. Why? Three simple words  –  Charcuterie, Tapas, and atmosphere.

Jason Chen

International Student Ministry Coordinator.   

Jason's Restaurant Recommendation

Coming Soon

Chris Clay

Director of Contemporary Worship and Innovative Technology 

Phone: 404-875-0431 x236

Chris's Restaurant Recommendation

Coming Soon 

Roxie Chess

Director of Ministry and Mission

Phone: 404-875-0431

Jessica's Restaurant Recommendation

I love Eclipse de Luna! It has a fun atmosphere and tapas plates, so you get to share and try a lot of different items! AND its tres leches cake is the best in the city!!

Prince Davies-Venn

Associate Pastor for Urban Ministry

Phone: 404-875-0431

Prince's Restaurant Recommendation

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Rev. Jasmine Evans

Associate Pastor (Young Adults, Adult Discipleship & Worship)

Phone: 404-875-0431 x211

Jasmine's Restaurant Recommendation

Coming Soon

Dr. Laura Jeon

Director of Worship Arts and Choral Music

Phone: 404-875-0431

Laura's Restaurant Recommendation

Coming Soon

Kameron Joelson

Executive Assistant to the Pastors

Phone: 404-875-0431 x209

Kameron's Restaurant Recommendation

My favorite restaurant is Bishoku in Sandy Springs. Their menu is wonderfully fresh and authentic, and in addition to delicious sushi, they offer soul-warming foods like miso eggplant and nabeyaki udon. Yum.

Cynthia Kilgore

Custodian

Phone: 404-875-0431

Cynthia's Restaurant Recommendation

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Maurice Lattimore

Urban Outreach Chaplain

Phone: 404-875-0431

Maurice's Restaurant Recommendation

Coming Soon

Preston McCurty

Director of Facilities

Phone: 404-875-0431

Preston's Restaurant Recommendation

My favorite restaurant is Copeland’s of New Orleans right off Cumberland at 3101 Cobb Pkwy SE; the biscuits are off the chain, and my three words for this restaurant are (Sunday Brunch Buffet) every Sunday from 9 am to 3 pm. My go-to dish is the Decatur Catfish and the Jambalaya Pasta they have an awesome staff and a great family atmosphere and how did I almost forget the Red Beans and rice. I think I will head there today!

Rev. Dr. Samuel Mwaniki

Theologian in Residence

Phone: 404-875-0431

Samuel's Restaurant Recommendation

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Rev. Dr. Fred Foy Strang

Interim Senior Minister

Phone: 404-875-0431 x209

Fred Foy's Restaurant Recommendation

There are side by side restaurants within a block of Cecily and my midtown apartment on Juniper Street. As we enjoy global flavors, we have enjoyed them both.

Sebastian is a Spanish “tapas” place with fun small bite which are reasonably priced. They also have good paella.

26 Thai Bistro is next door and serves tasty Thai cuisine. We especially like their appetizer tower!

Ruben Williams

Lead Custodian

Phone: 404-875-0431

Ruben's Restaurant Recommendation

Coming Soon

Chris Clay

Director of Contemporary Worship and Innovative Technology

Chris's Restaurant Recommendation

COMING SOON

Roxie Chess

Director of Ministry and Mission

Phone: (404) 875-0431

Roxie's Restaurant Recommendation

My favorite restaurant is:
Rumi’s Kitchen. A beautiful space, amazing food, wonderful people and atmosphere!

Renee Abernathy

Director of Finance and Administration

Phone: (404) 875-0431 x222

Renee's Restaurant Recommendation

Coming Soon

Roxie Chess

Director of Ministry and Mission

Phone: 404-875-0431

Roxie's Restaurant Recommendation

Coming Soon

Jasmine Anthony

Director of Children and Family Ministries

Phone: 404-875-0431 x220

Jasmine's Restaurant Recommendation

Desta Ethiopian Kitchen is my favorite restaurant! I recommend it because it’s different from typical American cuisine and has menu options that cater to a variety of preferences. The food is always fresh and tasty. I love the potent and savory flavors. The food is not just good it’s Instagram post worthy. Any family can enjoy the delicious sharable portions served here!

Jasmine Anthony

Director of Children and Family Ministries

Jasmine's Restaurant Recommendation

Desta Ethiopian Kitchen is my favorite restaurant! I recommend it because it’s different from typical American cuisine and has menu options that cater to a variety of preferences. The food is always fresh and tasty. I love the potent and savory flavors. The food is not just good it’s Instagram post worthy. Any family can enjoy the delicious sharable portions served here!