Our Team
EXEC & SUPPORT STAFF
exec staff
PASTOR RYAN
PASTOR RYAN ROBERTS
LEAD PASTOR
Ryan is the Lead Pastor at The Edge Church and is often referred to as a "young revivalist." He is passionate about discipleship, sound doctrine, and helping people unlock their God-given potential. His messages are known for being humorous yet impactful, blending spiritual and practical insights straight from the word of God.
A Gainesville native, Ryan joined The Edge Church in 2019 as a Youth Pastor and became Lead Pastor on June 5, 2022, after serving three months as interim pastor. He was spiritually raised and ordained under Pastors Todd Smith and Marty Darracott, where he contributed to and witnessed the first two years of the North Georgia Revival. Since starting ministry in 2012, Ryan has preached to youth and adult congregations, led retreats, developed discipleship ministries, and more. He has written discipleship curriculum, served in local and international missions, and is currently working on his first book. Additionally, he has hosted a Christian podcast and participated in various media ministry projects.
Ryan is a member of the Kingdom Ready Revival Network of Pastors and Ministry Leaders, a group dedicated to pursuing revival worldwide.
In his free time, Ryan enjoys hiking and savoring good coffee!
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EDUCATION:
Oral Roberts University
Master of Christian Ministry (Expected Graduation: Dec 2025)
KINEO Ministry Training Center
Diploma in Biblical Theology, 2015
Diploma in Theological Historical Studies, 2016
Diploma in Advanced Biblical Studies, 2017
University of North Georgia
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, 2019
Christ Fellowship Church, Dawsonville, GA
Ordination in Gospel Ministry, 2019
License in Gospel Ministry, 2018
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PASTOR WANDA
PASTOR WANDA ATKINS
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
Pastor Wanda serves as the Associate Pastor at The Edge, bringing over 30 years of diverse ministerial experience, including senior pastoring, emergency food relief, homeless ministry, pastoral counseling, and outreach. She has a compassionate heart for those who are grieving or struggling and has inspired and mentored many "spiritual kids," who lovingly call her "Pastor Momma." She is deeply gifted in prophetic and encouraging ministries.
She attended THE ROCK Healing School in Gainesville and earned Diplomas in Biblical Theology and Advanced Bible Studies from KINEO MTC in Dawsonville. She is also trained in grief counseling, deliverance ministry, and emergency food relief safety protocols.
In her free time, she enjoys floral crafts, painting, and decorating. She has four adult children, many spiritual children, and a dog named Shiloh.
PASTOR TONYA
PASTOR JENNY
PASTOR TONYA
WADE
CARE & RECOVERY PASTOR
Tonya serves as the Recovery & Care Pastor at The Edge Church, where she offers a compassionate ear, builds connections, and leads strongly in prayer ministry. She oversees recovery ministries and Overcomers Outreach, driven by her heart to serve and her passion for bringing the broken closer to God through His word.
Before joining The Edge Church, Tonya spent over a decade as a Youth Pastor and held various leadership roles. Over the years, she has contributed to several ministries and received recognition for her community work from the International Association of Insurance Professionals.
Tonya is a proud mother of three boys and a God-daughter. One of her greatest joys is guiding her children in their walk with the Father, believing true ministry begins at home. She holds a Diploma of Biblical Theology from KINEO MTC.
PASTOR JENNY
PAITSEL
WORSHIP PASTOR
Jenny is the Worship Pastor at The Edge and has been leading worship for over 10 years. Her passion for worship was shaped through challenges, heartache, and sorrow. For Jenny and her team, worship goes beyond just singing; it’s a chance to guide people into His presence, where hope and healing are found. Her goal is to create unity between the team and the congregation, seeking the Father together with one voice and one song. Jenny brings a unique mix of purity and power to the atmosphere, reflecting her deep personal time with the Lord.
She has led worship at retreats, ministry conferences, weddings, various churches, and homeless outreach ministries. Jenny is also a talented speaker.
She earned a Diploma in Biblical Theology from KINEO MTC.
Jenny and her husband Kristopher are proud parents to two young sons, Isaiah and Isaac.
JAKE
JACOB LUMPKIN
MEDIA DIRECTOR
Jake received his Diploma of Biblical Theology from KINEO MTC.
MRS. THERESA
THERESA MOTES
SECRETARY/TREASURER
info@myedgechurch.org
MRS. ASHLEY
ASHLEY
HELTON
MINISTRY ASSISTANT
support staff
Sharon
Ferguson
LOCAL MISSIONS DIRECTOR
Sharon completed School of Discipleship at Free Chapel Worship Center in Gainesville, GA
maggie
finlay
DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
Maggie earned an Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education from Penn Foster College in Scottsdale, AZ, a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education from Ashford University in Clinton, IA, and a Master of Arts in Teaching with a Reading Endorsement from Reinhardt University in Alpharetta, GA.
CHURCH BOARD
MR. JIMMY MOTES (VICE CHAIRMAN)
MR. BRAD HELTON
MR. JUNIOR PITTMAN
MR. JAKE LUMPKIN
MRS. THERESA MOTES (SECRETARY/TREASURER)
PASTOR RYAN ROBERTS
The Church Board serves as advisory board, financial accountability, health and stability to the church and supports the Church bylaws and statement of faith. They also serve as the Ordaining Cousel for ministers.