Our Elders
Lynn Peters
Chairman of the Elders
Outreach and Evangelism - Care Group: K M, N
Lynn Peters put his faith in Jesus at 8 years old and has walked with Christ ever since. Lynn was a senior pastor and preacher for 30 years. Now retired, he continues to put that experience to good use at Legacy; periodically, he teaches the Living a Legacy class on Wednesday nights, writes class curriculum, and even preaches! Lynn leads Legacy’s hospital visitation ministry along with his wife Mia. They love to travel together and have a heart for the sick and grieving. Lynn has an infectious laugh, a bright smile, and a big heart.
John Myrick
Vice Chairman of the Elders
Adult Discipleship - Care Group: L, Q, S, X
John Myrick has been going to church ever since he was little. Living close by to Legacy, he was walking by one day and was invited by Steve Brooke to come to church and that’s how he found us! John is a retired teacher and administrator and now works as a income tax consultant. He has a passion for working with seniors, teaching, and service. John loves attending the Borton community group and having lunch with other seniors at Faithful Followers. John will soon be married to his fiancee, Pattie.
Tim Stine
Secretary of the Elders
Worship - Care Group: A, C, J
Tim Stine has been with this congregation for over 42 years, since before it was called Legacy! He has served off and on as an elder for the last 35 years. He teaches the bible study class, Remix, and loves to serve behind the scenes on the worship team. Tim is a retired guidance counselor and cares deeply about the next generation and building relationships between people. He is a loyal and steadfast friend and member of Legacy. Tim enjoys history, genealogies, reading, writing, and lighthouses.
jerry borton
Administration - Care Group: D, F
While gearing up to move from Philadelphia to Florida in 2018, Jerry and Joan found Legacy because of an article they read about a church that had split and eventually came back together. Believing that this was a church that understood reconciliation and restoration, they made Legacy their church home. Jerry is a community group leader and teaches occasionally as well. Jerry and his wife of 28 years, Joan, co-founded Luke 14 Exchange. Through Luke 14 Exchange, Jerry encourages families and mentors individuals affected by disability. He particularly likes speaking at summer camps for children and families affected by disability. Jerry loves baseball and reading books.
Steve Brooke
Preaching and Teaching
Steve Brooke is thankful for that friend who invited his broken family to church when he was that 80’s rebel kid in high school, because it all ended up saving his life for God’s greater good. He even met Renee there, and after they married in 1990, his church called him to be their youth minister, and ever since, he’s been in everything from youth ministry to street ministry, a church planter, senior minister, neighborhood minister, teaching pastor and more! He admired the warmth and faithfulness of Legacy’s people and originally came in late 2019 to help them navigate through one localized crisis, but within months realized God had brought him to help his new church family get through the larger crisis of global proportions that started in 2020. Steve loves Jesus, His church, his Renee, and their three kids. He is passionate about the Bible and enjoys traveling, paddle boarding, playing guitar, and singing and writing music too.
Ted Bellows
Building and Grounds - Care Group: B, I, Z
Originally from Maine, Ted and his wife of 40 years, Terry, moved to Florida in June of 2022 to be closer to their daughter and grandchildren. They immediately started looking for a church home and joined Legacy because they loved the loving atmosphere, the joy of the worship, and that people talked before and after service because they loved one another. Ted has served as an elder previously at his former church home in Maine. He has worked as a self-employed electrician for many years and enjoys working with his hands and gardening. He serves at the dream center, Legacy Porch, and in the worship band. Ted is friendly, helpful, and has a great sense of humor.
tim jacobs
Next Generation - Care Group: H, U
Tim Jacobs grew up in South Carolina and accepted Christ and was baptized at 10 years old. He spent a lot of time as a young man working with the youth ministry and at a crisis outreach center. Tim and Sarah, his wife of 17 years, found Legacy because he was looking for a Christian church like the one they came from. They have been at Legacy for the last 12 years. This skilled auto mechanic loves serving and fellowshipping with his community group. Tim has two kids and loves flying, building computers, racing, and kayaking. He is a disciplined and hard-working man.
Tony Hadley
Media, Marketing, and Tech - Care Group: G, P, Y
Originally hailing from Eugene, Oregon, Tony Hadley has spent most of his adult life in the quaint towns of the Willamette Valley. He has been married to his beloved wife, Trina, for eight years, but their friendship spans over three decades. Almost three years ago, Tony and Trina moved to Florida and found Legacy Church. They were instantly drawn to Legacy because of the Bible-centered sermons and the warm, welcoming community.Tony loves reading, writing, and collecting comic books. He also enjoys turning wood pens on his lathe. This is Tony’s first time serving as an Elder, fulfilling a long-held aspiration from his Bible college days in the early 1990s. For the past year, he has been actively involved in Legacy’s finance committee and serving on the worship team behind the scenes in the tech booth. Tony and Trina have five grown children and two grandsons. Their children are spread across Oregon, Florida, and Idaho, each bringing unique and delightful traits to their family. Tony is dedicated to his faith and community, always seeking opportunities to serve and support those around him.
tim Paul
Community Serving - Care Group: W, R
Tim Paul has been with this congregation for over 30 years and has served as an elder off and on for the last 25 years. Tim leads Unplugged (a college-aged ministry), the benevolence ministry, and occasionally teaches a class as well. He has also served as a trustee for Lake Aurora for many years. He has been married for 54 years and has three children and two grandchildren. Tim excels at next generation ministry, teaching, and hospitality. He enjoys hunting, fishing, and helping Marilyn with Options for Women. He is a steadfast Christian, husband, father, and friend.
jerry barnes
Health and Spiritual Well-Being - Care Group: E, T
Jerry Barnes, a Virginia native, has been married to his wife, Laura, for 57 years. The couple moved to Lakeland, Florida, in 2022 to join their daughter and her family. Jerry and Laura have dedicated much of their lives to church service, having served as youth workers, adult and elementary Bible teachers, deacon, and elder in three different churches. They have also led several small groups over the years. The couple has two children and eight grandchildren, who bring them great joy. Jerry, an Army Corps of Engineers veteran, has lived in various cities, always remaining active in their local churches. Jerry has authored several books, with a fourth soon to be released. A passionate New York Mets fan, Jerry also enjoys dramatic and comedic acting and has been involved in acapella quartets. Active church participation has been a cornerstone of their lives, defining their journey and service to the community.
