Shared Leadership Team

You ever tried to carry a couch by yourself? Not one of those dorm futons, I mean a real, heavy hide-a-bed couch. Try to muscle it through the door solo and you will either throw your back out or get stuck halfway, looking ridiculous. That is why God designed leadership in His church to be a team effort, not a one-man show.

When we read the New Testament, we do not see one man standing as the boss of the church. Instead, we see elders appointed in every church (Acts 14:23). Paul told Titus to put elders in place in every town (Titus 1:5). Even Peter called himself a “fellow elder” when he addressed church leaders (1 Peter 5:1). The picture is consistent. Leadership is shared. Shepherds lead side by side.

Over the years, church tradition drifted. The “senior pastor” system became common, with one figure at the top. Alexander Strauch points out in Biblical Eldership that this model is more of a leftover from hierarchy and tradition than it is from Scripture. The problem is, when everything centers on one person, the risks go up. Leaders get isolated. Pressure builds. Burnout happens. Sometimes pride sets in, and churches split when one leader falls.

Shared leadership is God’s answer to those problems. It is built on mutual accountability, a balance of gifts, and a unity that comes from praying and deciding together. It is not about dividing power, it is about multiplying care. No single pastor is the hero. Christ is the head of the church, and elders together serve as under-shepherds, carrying the weight as a team.
At Living Waters, we are embracing that biblical model. We believe God has called us to lead not as a pyramid with one man at the top, but as a circle of servant-hearted leaders who guide, guard, and grow the flock together.

Matt Allen

Teaching Team / Small Group Leader

Matt Allen has a heart for reminding people that ministry is not just for a few, it is for everyone. He believes every follower of Jesus is called to be a minister of the Gospel, and that conviction shapes the way he teaches and leads small groups at Living Waters.
Matt and his wife, Shandi, have been married for many years, and together they have raised two adult children. Their family has now grown to include two granddaughters who bring joy and perspective into every season of life.
One thing Matt embraces is change. He works hard to connect with newer generations, always looking for fresh ways to communicate timeless truth. For him, life is short and has one purpose: to glorify God. With that perspective, he says, decisions become a whole lot clearer.

Matt Boggs

Teaching Team / Worship Team

Matt Boggs is the kind of guy who brings both a steady word and a strong voice to Living Waters. Whether he’s teaching, leading in worship, or cheering on the next generation, Matt’s heart is all about people and the mission of Jesus.
He and his wife, Sarah, are raising three awesome kids—Chloe, Isaac, and Liam—and if you catch a Jones Longhorn basketball game, you just might recognize the voice on the mic. Yep, in his spare time Matt is the announcer who brings the energy to the court.
When it comes to his faith, Matt leans deep into Proverbs 3:5-6. The wisdom literature is his favorite, and this verse in particular keeps him grounded. It reminds him that he is not in control, but he knows exactly who is. That’s the heart he brings into every role he serves at Living Waters.

Tyler Leftwich

Teaching Team

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Paul Lowe

Teaching Team

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Kevon Owen

Teaching Team / NAMB Approved Church Planter

Kevon Owen has been married for 17 years and is the proud dad of two wonderful kids. When he is not teaching or serving, you can usually find him enjoying time with his children or out walking the dogs.
What he loves most about serving at Living Waters is the people. The chance to do life alongside a church family that is hungry to grow, eager to reach the community, and serious about showing the hope of Jesus. For Kevon, Living Waters is not just a place to attend, it is a place to belong and a mission to share.
His favorite verse is John 10:10, a reminder that Jesus came to bring life, and life to the full. That truth shapes the way Kevon leads, teaches, and pours into the church family.

Todd Ramer

Teaching Team / Small Group Leader

If you hang around Living Waters very long, you are probably going to meet Todd Ramer. And when you do, you will notice right away what he loves most: meeting new people and watching God work in their lives.
Todd and his wife, Robyn, have been married for thirty years, and together they have raised six kids ranging from age six to twenty-nine. Add in two grandkids and you can see that family is at the center of Todd’s world.
Before teaching and small group leading became his passion, Todd spent years racing dirt bikes, starting at age four and riding competitively until twenty-nine. That same drive and energy shows up in his faith.
The verse that shapes him most is John 6:44. For Todd, it is a reminder that God is always the pursuer, chasing us down with His love. That truth fuels how he teaches, leads, and connects with the people of Living Waters.

Jack Smith

Teaching Team/ Worship Team

Jack Smith brings both music and teaching to the table at Living Waters, but what really drives him is serving alongside people who want to reach the lost and love the community well.
He and his wife, Dacia, are raising three boys—Grayson (17), Braddock (13), and Camdon (7)—and family life keeps their home both lively and full of purpose.
Jack also happens to have a fun claim to fame: he has never lost a game of tic tac toe. Ever. Challenge him at your own risk.

When it comes to worship, his all-time favorite song is “Reckless Love.” One line in particular sums up the gospel for him: “I couldn’t earn it, I don’t deserve it, still You give Yourself away.” That truth is what fuels his heart every time he steps up to teach, play, or lead.

Shared Leadership Team