Empowering leaders. Transforming young lives.
Your
MINISTRY
Partner in
Georgia
We believe strong children's ministries create strong futures. Since 1994, GA KidMin has served as a trusted partner to churches, ministry leaders, and families across Georgia, providing the tools, training, and support needed to help young people grow in Christ.
Our Heart for You
Our heart is to serve you, your kids, and your church in every way possible. We are always available for you to communicate your needs and challenges, and our district KidMin leadership team have a wealth of experience to share with you. Simply put: we want every KidMin leader and children’s ministry in Georgia to experience spiritual and ministry health, growth, and success. We are here for you!
Our Vision: How We Help
GA Kidmin exists to provide ministry resources, training, and encouragement to the kids and KidMin leaders of Georgia. While ministry to boys and girls is one of our highest priorities, ministry and support to our KidMin leaders are equally important. We do this in several ways:
Our Values: Developing Spirit-Empowered Disciples Who Are Lifelong Followers of Jesus
This is our model: living like Christ in community as He forms us into Spirit-led, lifelong learners and followers. This is our goal for every student and leader as we focus on these 7 key areas:
Meet the Team
Our District Staff
Russell Smith joined the Georgia District Team as District KidMin Director in August 2020. Before becoming KidMin Director, Russell served as Kids Pastor for 10 years at First Assembly of God (Saraland, AL) and then 16 years at First Assembly of God (Griffin, GA). He and his wife, Misty, have two children, Ryleigh and Drew. Russell graduated from Southeastern University and has been an Ordained Minister with the Assemblies of God since 1998. Russell’s passions in life are his family, camping and outdoor adventures, disc golf and pickleball.
Liz joined the KidMin team in 2022. She has worked in children’s ministry for many years and has a passion for serving in ministry administratively. Liz has been married to her husband David for 15 years and together they have one son Caleb.
Amy Bilsland is the District Girls Ministries Director but also serves full-time as the Family Life Ministries Pastor at Christ Chapel Sportstowne in Macon, GA. She has also served as the Children’s and Youth Pastor at previous churches and has worked as the Director of an Early Childhood Center and After School Director. She met her husband, Steve, while in college and they have three beautiful children, all of which are so unique, crazy fun, and boldly love Jesus. Amy is passionate about life, loving others, and believes that our authenticity and consistency honor God and inspire people. A few of her favorite things are good coffee, home and foreign missions, her four-legged hairy kids, and most importantly, her family!
Derek Goodwin is the GA Royal Rangers District Commander. He grew up in the Royal Rangers ministry at the First Assembly of God in Albany. With help from Atlanta area commanders, he continued as a leader during his college years at Georgia Tech. Over the years since, he has served in several leadership positions at the church, state, and regional levels. He currently attends Encounter Church in Toccoa since moving to the area with his work.
Roshelle Speir has been in full-time ministry with her husband, Eric for over twenty years and is currently serving at SAGU Valor, the college at Griffin First Assembly. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Ministries from Southeastern University and is a licensed minister with the Assemblies of God. Roshelle has been involved in all levels of Junior Bible Quiz, at the district, regional and national levels. She is a mom of four and enjoys spending time with her family, game nights, hiking, and other outdoor adventures. She has a passion for seeing children and their families not only hide the Word of God in their hearts but also have a truly intimate relationship with their Creator.
Bob & Lynn Aston were the first Assemblies of God US Missions Nationally Appointed Children’s Ministry Missionaries. Prior to their appointment, they served 18 years as the Children’s / Associate Pastors of Celebration Church in Atlanta, Georgia. Bob and Lynn have two children, Zachary and Emily. Bob is a Certified Ministry Coach and also serves as the National Director of Kings Castle USA and is the Assemblies of God US Missions Children’s Ministry Liaison. Bob and Lynn are involved in missions ministry and training at home and abroad.
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