Pastor Paul and Lynn Metler
Pastor Paul is a native of East Tennessee. He and Lynn were married in 1988. They have one son, Nick. Prior to returning home to become part of the Heritage staff in 2000 their ministry experience included planting and pastoring a church in Arizona and serving in Charlottesville, Virginia. Paul was named senior pastor at Heritage Fellowship in October, 2004.
Pastor Paul is a graduate of the University of Tennessee and a big "Vol" fan. Also, he has earned a Master of Divinity from the Church of God Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership from Regent University. An active writer, Paul has published several articles and works related to leadership development. His involvement in education includes writing and teaching leadership courses as an adjunct for Lee University. Also, Paul serves as an instructor in the D.Min program at the Church of God Theological Seminary.
Pastor Paul's passion is to encourage others to develop Christlike character. Prior to becoming senior pastor at Heritage, Paul worked extensively in executive leadership development helping leaders in the U.S. and Canada develop organizational cultures that reflect biblical values.
Pastor Paul is an ordained bishop in the Church of God. As a senior Pastor, his passion is evident as he helps Heritage live out the vision of the church every day.
Pastor Paul and Lynn Metler
Pastor Paul is a native of East Tennessee. He and Lynn were married in 1988. They have one son, Nick. Prior to returning home to become part of the Heritage staff in 2000 their ministry experience included planting and pastoring a church in Arizona and serving in Charlottesville, Virginia. Paul was named senior pastor at Heritage Fellowship in October, 2004.
Pastor Paul is a graduate of the University of Tennessee and a big "Vol" fan. Also, he has earned a Master of Divinity from the Church of God Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership from Regent University. An active writer, Paul has published several articles and works related to leadership development. His involvement in education includes writing and teaching leadership courses as an adjunct for Lee University. Also, Paul serves as an instructor in the D.Min program at the Church of God Theological Seminary.
Pastor Paul's passion is to encourage others to develop Christlike character. Prior to becoming senior pastor at Heritage, Paul worked extensively in executive leadership development helping leaders in the U.S. and Canada develop organizational cultures that reflect biblical values.
Pastor Paul is an ordained bishop in the Church of God. As a senior Pastor, his passion is evident as he helps Heritage live out the vision of the church every day.