Leadership Team

Darren Hickerson
Darren Hickerson

Youth & Disc Golf Outreach

Darren is married to Christy Rhyne Hickerson of Morganton, who is a radiation therapist at Novant Health. They have three adult sons, Wesley, Ryan, and Christopher. Darren works full time in medical research with the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine and has been a part time local pastor with the United Methodist Church since 2008, serving as Assistant Pastor or Senior Pastor at three churches in that time.

Darren has master's degrees from Asbury Theological Seminary and East Carolina University. He loves all outdoor sports, and will occasionally consider calling in sick to play disc golf.

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Tim Bralley
Tim Bralley

Pastor of Hospitality and Engagement

Tim is a homegrown product spending most of his life in Forsyth County, employed for 20+ years with Kontoor Brands in Mocksville as the DC Manager. He graduated from Western Carolina with a degree in chemistry and has served with Sunrise United Methodist Church as Worship Arts Coordinator and youth leader until his current role as New Day Hospitality Pastor.

Married to Robin for 30+ years who is the publisher of Forsyth Family Magazine. They have two adult daughters; Briana and Morgan.

Tim loves watching movies at the theater, mainly because of the popcorn. He also enjoys walking in Tanglewood Park with his bride. He believes his life is far from perfect, but the good news is it doesn’t have to be in order to be beautiful and great. "Though I have imperfections, I’m still preferred by God, and continue to be taught by the Holy Spirit."

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Jeffrey Sweet
Jeffrey Sweet

Worship Leader

Meet Jeffrey Sweet, a passionate and seasoned worship leader with over 12 years of experience in leading congregations in the Triad area into transformative worship experiences. Jeffrey has a deep love for music and a heart for connecting people with the divine. Jeffrey Sweet has dedicated his life to creating an atmosphere of worship that is both engaging and authentic. Jeffrey Sweet is married to his wife Casey Sweet and resides in McLeansville, NC.

Beyond his musical talents, Jeffrey has a deep passion for the wonderful power of worship. He is known for his ability to create an inclusive and welcoming space where people from all walks of life can feel connected and uplifted. He has a genuine heart for others and is committed to including all styles of worship so that all are comfortable to worship and seek Christ on each given occasion. Jeffrey has been playing piano since the age of six and was involved in leading worship as early as nine years old. In school, Jeffrey was involved in music at school from an early age as he attended Robert B Glenn High school in Kernersville, North Carolina where he performed as First chair violinist, developed his piano skills further, and began to learn guitar.

Jeffrey has the aspiration to continue his education and begin learning the skills needed to be a local pastor in the United Methodist church because he has had the strong calling of Preaching the Gospel and spreading his word since the age of 6 years old. So, join Jeffrey on an inspiring journey of worship and spiritual growth, as he leads you into the presence of God through music, genuine connection, and heartfelt worship experiences.

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