OUR LEADERS

Vessel wouldn't exist without the support and encouragement of each member, as well as it's dedicated leaders, board members, and coordinators.

DOUG SERRA

Founder, Chief Administrator, & Small Group Leader

“The North Georgia mountains have been my home for most of my life, and while I didn’t always want to live in this rural area, God quickly showed me that He had, and still very much has, a mission for my life here in this place I get to call home. God rocked my soul at the age of 12, and from there it has been a story of God’s providence in my life amidst many hardships as well as powerful opportunities. God has allowed me the privilege of guiding young adults spiritually while doing life beside them. We are excited to see what the body of Christ will look like within the next generation of leaders.”

our BOARD

sarah serra

Administrator & Treasurer

"I was born and raised in Ellijay, Georgia. Being homeschooled in a Christian family that taught me Biblical values on a daily basis is something I would come to appreciate as I got older.

In high school, I was a student leader in my youth group and was discipled by my youth pastors very intentionally. They taught me how to make my faith my own and grow in my relationship with Christ.

After I met my husband, Douglas Serra, through a friend, we started dating, and he invited me to the college ministry he was leading. It turned out to be exactly what I needed both in fellowship and spirit-driven community! The ministry started growing and has evolved into VESSEL Ministry. This beautiful community of young adults that are growing and doing life together, while being so open and raw with one another, is such an amazing thing to have at this age. They love Christ and love people -- something I am so blessed to be able to help cultivate!"

holly estep

Assistant Administrator

"I started attending the young adult ministry in 2015 after I graduated high school (and my youth group). Since then, Vessel has allowed me to grow spiritually and emotionally as a young adult, from overcoming severe social anxiety, solidifying my grasp on Christian doctrine, and now in serving my home church.

Vessel and its leaders gave me the tools and resources I needed to succeed in this stage of life. I am excited to have the opportunity to give back and serve others in this ministry as I have been served."

ian conrey

Chair

"I work in anti-human trafficking and serve Covenant Community of Ellijay. Myself, my wife, and our three children are in the process of moving to Costa Rica, where, God willing, we will adopt 2 girls into our family."

ethan johnson

Vice Chair & Assistant Director

"As a sinner, I rely solely on God's grace through faith in the death and resurrection of his Son Jesus Christ. Sadly, I have poor "spiritual cardio" and need to be pointed towards Christ often. The people at Vessel have been pivotal in my walk with Christ over the past few years, and I'm happy to give back the best I can. I am married to my wonderful wife Lacy, live in a van, and like crypto currency and chocolate."