• Reverend Betsy Turner, Designated Pastor

    Reverend Betsy Turner (she/her) has pastored several churches in the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta. She holds an undergraduate degree from Presbyterian College and a Master of Divinity from Columbia Theological Seminary. She currently serves on the New Church Development Commission and in the Junior League of DeKalb County. Betsy and her husband reside in Atlanta with their three children, ages 6, 9, and 12. She can be contacted by email at bturner@dhpc.org or by phone at 404-875-7591 (x105)

  • Reverend Elizabeth Soileau Acton, Pastor for Engagement

    Reverend Elizabeth Solieau Acton (she/her) has an undergraduate degree in psychology from Presbyterian College, a Master of Divinity from Columbia Theological Seminary, and a Master of Social Work from the University of Georgia. Elizabeth and her two children live in Lilburn. She can be contacted by email at eacton@dhpc.org or by phone at 404-875-7591 (x104).

  • Dr. Paula Broughton, Director of Music

    Dr. Paula Grissom Broughton (she/her) is a native of Pine Bluff, Arkansas where she received her early piano training. An active pianist and college professor, Dr. Paula received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music from Spelman College and her Master’s Degree in Piano Performance and Pedagogy from Northwestern University, and her Doctorate of Musical Arts from Boston University. In addition to being a music faculty member at Spelman College, Dr. Paula is very active in her community as a clinician for various workshops and an accompanist for local churches, as well as for a variety of local artists and choirs. Dr. Broughton remains an active musician, serving locally and nationally as an incredibly versatile collaborative pianist, guest clinician, and presenter for various panels and workshops. She can be contacted by email at pbroughton@dhpc.org.

  • Cliff Frierson, Organist

    Cliff Frierson (he/him) has been the organist at DHPC since 2008, enjoys participating in the handbell choir, songwriting/composition, and making stained glass windows. He can be contacted by email at cfrierson@dhpc.org or by phone at 404-875-7591

  • Mike Williams, Facilities Manager

    Mike Williams (he/him) was born and raised in Decatur, GA and has lived here his whole life. Prior to coming to DHPC, Mike worked in the automotive industry as well as in property maintenance. He has a daughter and some canine companions. Mike will work Monday through Thursday, 8AM to 5PM, and Sundays, 8AM to 1PM. He can be contacted by email at mwilliams@dhpc.org

  • Nate Baughman, Communications and Hospitality Manager

    Nate Baughman (he/him) has an undergraduate degree in religion from LaGrange College and a Master of Divinity from Columbia Theological Seminary. Nate lives in Old Fourth Ward with his wife, daughter, and their ornery old cat. He can be contacted by email at nbaughman@dhpc.org.