Our Team
Brother Aaron became our Pastor in June 2015. Originally from Marshall, Texas he has served churches in Louisiana and Alabama. He met his wife Sharron while they were students at LSU, and is a graduate of East Texas Baptist University and New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Brother Aaron has varied experience in student ministry, discipleship, teaching, and pastoral ministry. His greatest joy is encouraging, equipping, and empowering people to follow Jesus in their daily lives.
He also serves as the Chaplain/Area Representative of Fellowship of Christian Athletes for the ULM Warhawks, ministering to coaches and athletes with huddles, game day chapels, and life coaching.
He and his wife, Sharron, have three daughters, two sons, and one son-in-law. Sharron is a teacher in Ouachita Parish Schools.
Jay joined our staff in January 2021. Jay is originally from West Monroe and is a graduate of Northeast Louisiana University (ULM) and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Jay has served in a variety of roles from student ministry to discipleship, singles ministry to community outreach at churches in Louisiana, Alabama, and Georgia.
At Swartz, Jay is responsible for adult ministry, family ministry, and outreach.
He and his wife, Cindy, have a son, three daughters, a son in law, daughter in law, and 2 grandsons.
Neill joined our staff in July 2019. He is a graduate of University of Louisiana at Monroe and has been a worship leader and Music Minister for a number of years. Neill also is an owner/agent with Goosehead Insurance.
At Swartz, he is responsible for music in worship, and audio/visual. His wife, Danielle, is a Homeschool Mom of their 4 kids. We are very excited to have the Roshto's on our team!
Scarlyte joined our staff in June of 2017. Scarlyte is originally from Tallahassee, Florida. She attended Florida State University and Grand Canyon University. Scarlyte served on staff with Child Evangelism Fellowship in Florida in the area of youth and evangelism. She has also served on church staff in Florida and Alabama for 26 years in preschool, children, and family ministry.
At Swartz, she is responsible for preschool and children’s ministry. She is passionate about sharing the love of Jesus with children, empowering and equipping parents and leaders to reach the next generation. She and her husband, Troy, have three daughters and two sons. Troy is a rebate coordinator with Berry Global.
Lucas joined our staff in June 2021. Originally from West Monroe, Lucas has served in student ministry in West Monroe and New Orleans. He is currently a student at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.
At Swartz, Lucas is responsible for ministry to 7th - 12th graders, parents and volunteers. He is married to Masie, who is employed by Ascent, and both are proud new parents.
Karlee joined our staff in January 2017 as a staff assistant and quickly won our hearts with her servants heart and diligent work ethic. She now serves as our Office Manager, overseeing office administration, financial stewardship and serving as our Pastor's Assistant.
Karlee is Mom to two daughters and is the glue to our team.
Jennifer joined our staff in March 2020 to assist our kids, student, and worship ministries. She has a heart for ministry, especially with women.
She is married to Jeff and they have two children.