MEET THE TEAM

Lead Pastors,
Dustin & Jeanna Smith

Founders of Here Be Lions Ministries, Dustin & Jeanna Smith have been leading and pastoring for over 20 years. As the Senior Pastors of HopeUC Nashville Church located outside of Nashville, TN, Dustin and Jeanna have been instrumental in creating a community of worshippers who are passionate about encountering God’s presence.

Dustin Smith is a renowned teacher, songwriter, and worship leader with a burning desire to see the nations ignited with a fervor for worship. His attitude of giving God all the glory transcends age, race, color, and nationality, inspiring people from all walks of life to worship God extravagantly.

With a joyful and committed marriage spanning over 25 years, Dustin and Jeanna have cultivated a deep love and partnership. They are blessed with three children—Jordan, Drew, and Asher. The Smith family has dedicated their lives to seeking the face of God, resulting in their emergence as a powerful voice to the nations, magnifying the value of God in the eyes of others.

Dustin and Jeanna are firmly committed to building the local church, drawing inspiration from the community, the team surrounding them, and their personal journey with God. Their songs and teachings encompass a range of emotions, from adoration to warfare, but the core message remains the same—the Lord alone is worthy of all praise. Through their ministry, Dustin and Jeanna aim to help people truly see God for who He is, igniting a deep, undeniable worship within their hearts.

TOM + DIANA
TROUT

PASTORS

Areas of Ministry: Pastoral Care, Teaching Team, Women's Ministry

JIM + SHERRY
WEEDMAN

PASTORS

Areas of Ministry: Pastoral Care, Prayer

Nat + Kelly
Clubb

PASTORS

Areas of Ministry: Women's Ministry, Worship

RICK
WHITE

PASTOR

Areas of Ministry: Discipleship, Apprenticeship

ESTEBAN + AMY
ROLDAN

PASTORS

Areas of Ministry: HopeUC Español

JORDAN
SMITH

STAFF

Areas of Ministry: Kids UNLTD, Events, Worship

STEVIE
MITCHELL

STAFF

Areas of Ministry: Team Hope, Food/Hospitality, Experience Team, Events, Facilities

NICK
ROMES

STAFF

Areas of Ministry: Video, Lighting, Photography, Production

MEAGHAN
MITCHELL

STAFF

Areas of Ministry:  Pastor Dustin's Executive Assistant, Security Team Lead, Internship/ Apprenticeship Program Director

JENNIFER
DIECKMANN

STAFF

Areas of Ministry: Bookstore, Decor, Women's Ministry, Kids UNLTD

SUSAN
SMITH

STAFF

Areas of Ministry: Healing Is Right & Expectant Mothers Ministry

NICOLE
KNOPP

STAFF

Areas of Ministry: Administration, Finances, Kids UNLTD

JEREMY
WEEDMAN

STAFF

Areas of Ministry: Communications Team, Kids UNLTD

AARON
SANDERS

STAFF

Areas of Ministry: Property Manager, Kingdom Business, Community Relations

DESIREE + RANDALL PACKARD

STAFF

Areas of Ministry: Youth Directors, Communications Director

Anna
mÜller

staff

Areas of Ministry:  Graphic Design & Communications

BRYANT + KATHRYN VASQUEZ

MINISTRY LEADER

Areas of Ministry:  Jr High