WHO WE ARE
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to fulfill Christ’s Great Commission by going into the world to make disciples of all nations. We strive to lead people to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. We are committed to teaching and equipping believers to follow His commands and grow in their faith.
OUR VISION
We are people who Love God, Love People, and Serve Others. Our desire is for everyone to take their next step of faith, no matter what that step is, and we are prepared to help you do just that. Our Elders and ministers are 100% unified behind this vision, and our desire is to reach as many people as the Lord would have us to reach so the Kingdom of Christ is strengthened in every way.
OUR VALUES
We highly value our relationships with one another. We look to grow through fellowship, and ultimately growing closer to God. We value the word of God, and the leadership of the Holy Spirit. We look to extend grace to all of the lost and broken, and lead those with no hope to the hope of Jesus Christ.
OUR HISTORY
SMALL BEGINNINGS
OUR STAFF
Bryan Hay
Lead Minister
Bryan serves as the Lead Minister at Vero Christian Church and begin his ministry on February 1, 2026. He brings years of ministry experience with a passion for clear, biblical preaching, leadership development, and helping people grow as followers of Jesus.
Bryan and his wife, Stephanie, value authentic relationships and are excited to serve and invest in the Vero Christian Church family as they step into this next season of ministry together.
Kent Drake
Executive & Worship Minister
Kent joined the staff of Vero Christian Church in 2021, bringing with him over 30 years of experience in local church ministry. He has served in both youth and worship ministries in medium to large churches, equipping him with a wide range of leadership experience. Kent is passionate about helping the church understand that worship is not just something we do for an hour on Sundays, but a way of life to be lived every day.
Susan Drake
Interim Kid's Ministry Director
Susan is a graduate of Florida Christian College with a double major in Christian Education and Music. With experience in education, family ministries, and homeschooling, she brings a deep love for both children and the VCC church family. Susan is married to our Executive & Worship Minister, Kent, and also serves on the worship team as a keyboardist and vocalist.
Shannon Nieves
Interim Student Ministries Director
Shannon, a Vero Beach native with a degree in Organizational Management, has over 13 years of ministry experience, including six in Student Ministry. She and her husband, Alex, are passionate about mentoring and equipping the next generation to follow Jesus with love and truth.
Lou Ann Watson
Financial Ministry Assistant
Lou Ann is our Financial Ministry Assistant and the longest-serving member of our staff. She diligently manages the church’s finances and accounting, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes each day.
Debbie Winans
Ministry Assistant
Deb has more than 30 years of administrative experience in corrections and healthcare and has been part of the VCC family since 2011. She is excited to use her organizational skills and love for people to serve the church in her role as Ministry Assistant.
LOVE GOD - LOVE PEOPLE - SERVE OTHERS