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Joe Lay has been serving as Senior Pastor at Woodlawn Church since 2011. He enjoys watching football, spending time with his wife Laura, two daughters and Granddaughter Collins.

Steve Irwin joined Woodlawn staff in 2002. He has held several titles during his tenure. He is currently our Executive Pastor and serves as the Campus Pastor for Worship at the Water. Steve and his wife, Joy have been married over 20 years and have two amazing children.

Bill Small is married to Sylvia Small and has served Woodlawn since 2007 as Worship and Associate Pastor where he spends his time designing and overseeing all worship services at Woodlawn. He loves kayaking, camping and his grandkids... not necessarily in that order...  

Cameron Winton has been on staff at Woodlawn Church since 2003 when she came on board to serve in Youth Ministry. Since that time she has also helped to implement Celebrate Recovery as well as new member & discipleship opportunities to give people opportunities to grow in their faith. She loves people, the beach, & cheering for the Tennessee Volunteers!

Carmen Harper joined the Woodlawn staff in 2018. She serves as an Associate Pastor and Assistant to the Director of Discipleship. She is passionate about God's word and her family.

Farrah Petski joined the Woodlawn staff in 2021 and serves as the Youth Pastor. In her spare time, Farrah enjoys running, exploring new coffee shops, and watching the Boston Celtics.

Patti Guinn joined the Woodlawn staff in 2008. Patti, along with her husband, Jim, have been a part of the church family since 1990.

Katie Winton joined the Woodlawn Church staff in 2017 and serves as the Director of Technology and Media. She loves funny videos and her dog, Harper.

Peggy Willard is married to Sandy and joined the Woodlawn staff in 2012 as the Church Administrator/Treasurer. She loves spending time with her husband, kids, and grandkids, hiking, and the mountains.

Rebecca Wise joined the Woodlawn team in 2014 and is the Financial Secretary. She met her husband Andy while both were serving in missions and together they love to travel and spend time with family. 

Sheila Tallent has been serving as the Administrative Assistant to the Pastors since 2011. She loves to crochet, Zumba, and spending time with her husband and 2 boys!

Sandy Willard is married to Peggy and serves on staff as the Maintenance Supervisor. He loves watching Kentucky sports, spending time with his wife, kids, and grandkids, hiking, and the mountains.