PASTORS & ELDERS

  • Lance hahn

    senior pastor & elder

    From the moment Lance met Jesus in 1999, he has had a great desire to proclaim the name of Christ and to teach His Word. Lance's love and passion for teaching and disciple-making is what motivates and drives him in ministry. Since 2002, when the Lord called Lance into vocational ministry, he has served, led, taught and pastored in several churches and cities. In addition to pastoring, he is also the chaplain at The Dunham School, where he taught both Juniors and Seniors Bible for 14 years, as well as, their Bible department head. A student in his first year of teaching at The Dunham School in 2008 is actually who God used to bring Lance to The Church of the Highlands as an interim pastor in February 2009. It soon became apparent to the Elders and Lance that the Lord was desiring to move this interim pastorship into permanency. Therefore, as of June 2009, Lance became the senior pastor. As pastor, his responsibilities are expansive, but Lance's priorities fall to accurately handling the Word of God and shepherding the flock the Lord has placed in his care.


    He and his wife Judie get lots of in home training of teaching and disciple-making as they strive to raise their 3 sons and daughter, to the glory of God. 


    As husband, dad, teacher and pastor, there isn't much spare time to speak of, but when he can, Lance has a huge love for writing and reading. He is hungry for knowledge and more of Jesus displayed in His life. And if you search hard enough in his library, you are sure to stumble across a comic book or two... Green Lantern all the way!

  • Role of Elders

    In Scripture, we see the role of an elder as someone who holds spiritual and leadership authority within the church. They help to shepherd the congregation, providing guidance, teaching, and overseeing the spiritual well-being of the community. Elders are called to live lives that display qualities of wisdom, integrity, humility, and compassion. They are responsible for making decisions that align with God's word, ensuring sound doctrine is taught, helping to care for the needs of the members and living by example in both faith and conduct. Our elders serve alongside our pastors and staff to support those roles, hold them accountable and provide counsel where necessary. 

    As elders, these men work together to support the pastor, as they each seek to shepherd the flock of God here at COH. They are responsible for providing spiritual oversight for the congregation in areas of Doctrine, Direction, and Discipline. 

  • Brent Bourgeois

    Head Elder

    Brent has been married to Tracy for 25 years. They have two sons, 1 daughter in law and 1 grandpup. 

  • Jeff Elliott

    Elder

    Jeff has been married to his wife Nikki since 1998. They share 3 children: 2 sons and 1 daughter. The Elliott family just recently sent their baby off to college!

  • Ben Stanly

    Elder

    Ben is married to his wife Lauren, and together they share two children: 1 son and 1 daughter.

  • Curtis Tupper

    Elder

    Curtis and his wife Gayla have 3 adult children who live locally in Baton Rouge and are currently enjoying life as grandparents with their 4 beautiful grandchildren.

  • ELDER APPREntice

    These men have met the qualifications for eldership and will spend a one-year period serving alongside the current elders. During this time, they will gain practical, hands-on experience, learning the responsibilities and expectations of the role. As they assist with various tasks, they will gradually take on more involvement in the leadership duties, preparing them to serve with wisdom and effectiveness in the future.

  • Griff Finkenaur

    Elder apprentice

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  • Brian Kinchen

    Elder apprentice

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