LEADERSHIP TEAM

Lead Pastor

Lamar Courtney

Pastor Lamar has been the pastor at United since January 2020. He grew up a bus ministry kid at First Church of the Nazarene in Jackson, MS. He graduated from Trevecca Nazarene University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Christian Ministries and a master’s degree in Church and Community. He & Brooke were married in 2003 and have 3 children. Pastor Lamar is passionate about serving the community. He also loves softball, Rays baseball, and Ole Miss Football. His favorite verse is Proverbs 3:5-6.

Youth & Outreach Pastor

Jeremy Young 

Pastor Jeremy has been serving at United since December 2021. He is married to his amazing wife Abbi. They are expecting a baby girl this December. Pastor Jeremy earned his bachelor's degree from Southern Nazarene University in 2006 and was ordained in 2011. He loves loud music, coffee, and the Oklahoma Sooners! His favorite passage in Scripture is Ephesians 4:1.

Worship Leader

Mike Panella

Mike Panella has been a worship leader since he was thirteen - the year he got his first guitar and the year he found faith. To him, it’s a privilege to lead others in worship, and something he is thankful to have done over 1,500 times. Mike is also an attorney guided by the verse his wife shared with him, 

“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy.” Proverbs 31:8-9

Mike is honored to be married to his best friend, Kristin, who he considers his absolute partner in all he pursues. Together, they have two incredible sons, David and John, who are constant reminders of how great God is.

Missionary & Chaplain

Steve Doerr

Steve and Joanie Doerr served as Nazarene missionaries for 23 years. For the last 13 years Joanie has been teaching math at Valencia College. Steve works with Bible translation as the Seed Company Director of International Partnerships. Also, Steve serves as part-time chaplain at Orlando Regional Medical Center.

Chaplain

Gerald Norrington

Gerald Norrington grew up in Savannah, GA.  He is a graduate of Trevecca Nazarene University and Nazarene Theological Seminary.  Gerald served as a Children’s Pastor for several years in multiple states before becoming a Hospice Chaplain. He has served at United since 2010. Shirley and Gerald have one son, Zach, who lives in Pensacola, FL. Gerald likes traveling and hiking.

Pastor & Doctor

Gary Lehman

We are pleased to have Dr. Lehman serve as our associate Pastor for adults. He comes to us as a navy physician who was ordained in 1990. He and his wife, Jeannie have four children and eight grandchildren, and love the Lord and his people. He has a special interest in the community outreach, mission work, and medical missions.

Resident Evangelist

Mike Adams

Mike and Elizabeth Adams served as one of UCN's pastors for 11 years. They have served as fulltime evangelists since 1999.

Hoops Church Leader

Russell Whittaker

Born in Kingston, Jamaica and raised in Orlando, FL. Game design is my passion, basketball is my hobby and volunteering is my calling. My favorite Bible verse is Ecclesiastes 9:11.