2025 Elder Candidates

A member of Life Church since 2020, Aaron Bucy (37) and his wife Kelly have four children: Merritt (10), Abel (8), Harper (6), and Levi (3). Aaron serves on our staff as our worship arts director and communications director, overseeing our worship gatherings, worship and tech teams, as well as our communications (social media, weekly emails, etc.).

Growing up with parents that loved the Lord and his Church, Aaron and his brothers volunteered early and often in their local churches growing up. Aaron and Kelly met serving as a part of a church plant before marrying and moving to Nashville. While working in the music industry, Aaron and Kelly had the chance to move to Liverpool, UK, to serve a network of churches. (Aaron led worship, while Kelly worked with victims of human trafficking.) As their family grew, they returned to the Carolinas to be closer to their extended families.

Our elders and staff appreciate Aaron’s broad range of gifts, spiritual and theological maturity, as well as his sharp sense of humor. Aaron thinks deeply about matters of spiritual formation and applied theology. Since joining our staff in December 2020, he has become an integral voice helping shape who we are as a church, and who we are becoming.

Nathan Murray (52) and his wife Angela have been members of Life Church since 2023; they have five adult children. Nathan works as a biblical counselor, focusing especially on marriage and family counseling.

The Murrays were part of Life Church from our beginning. Nathan has served us as an elder previously, prior to leaving in 2018 to pursue other ministry opportunities. In the Lord’s providence and kindness, the Murrays have returned, eager to serve us again. Nathan and Angela lead a Life Group together, as well as serving faithfully on our Care Team. Our elders appreciate Nathan’s zeal for the Lord, pastoral gifts and instincts, as well as his humble, servant-like nature. 

In his spare time, Nathan enjoys college football and basketball, time on the beach with Angela, a good book, and good coffee.

Derek Overcash (39) and his wife Heather have been members of Life Church since 2015. Derek works for Innospec in Salisbury; the Overcashes have three delightful children: Maddie (12), Emma (9), and Greyson (6).

Together, Derek and Heather lead a Life Group. They both serve faithfully in Life Kids - Derek usually leads the 4th and 5th grade group in the Clubhouse. Heather also serves on our missions team. Our elders and staff appreciate the Overcashes’ deep and faithful investment in our church. Derek is a tender shepherd and a persistent voice of encouragement; we can’t wait for him to rejoin our team.

In his spare time, Derek loves being active outdoors, working in his yard, playing outdoor sports, and playing with his children and dog. He enjoys traveling and spending quality time with his family.