CLINT AND SARA BYARS

LEAD PASTORS

Clint and Sara launched Forward Church in their living room in 2008. “We just want to inspire people to trust God and experience His radical love for them.”

clint@forward.church
sara@forward.church

Adam surfus

Executive Pastor

Adam oversees Forward's operations, administration, finances and human resources. Adam is also a leader on our worship team.

adam@forward.church

Lyle and Bethany Camp

Student Pastor and Welcome Team Leader

Lyle Camp has experienced a radical grace transformation and wants to duplicate it in our students. Bethany creates a warm welcome for everyone.

kate ivey

children’s church pastor

Kate has a passion to help kids become established in their identity in Christ. Her curriculum is designed to train children to be Kingdom Ambassador’s in a dark world.

CHRIS CORYELL

MUSIC DIRECTOR

Chris is rooted and grounded in the radical grace of God. He sings with passion as he leads the congregation to focus on the finished work of Jesus as we worship.

chris@forward.church

Mike and Tracey Crane

Elders

Mike and Tracey are as solid as they come. Mike has a passion for our nation, serving as a GA State Senator and running for Congress. Mike is called to fight for freedom! Mike and Tracey's heart for people is evident from the first time you meet them.

Sam and Kina Surfus

Elders

Sam and Kina serve as Elders, in our Bookstore, in Men's ministry and more... Sam and Kina are passionate about seeing people set free from legalism and substance abuse. It doesn't take long to see their love and compassion for people who are trapped and need to be made whole through God's love.

COURTNEY and Heidi OLSON

Northwest Campus Pastors

Courtney and Heidi are graduates of Charis Bible College Atl, founded by Andrew Wommack. The Olsons have faithfully served Forward for years and are now planting a Northwest Campus.

courtney@forward.church