Pastoral Care

Tyson and his wife, Jeanne, celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary in 2025. They have two daughters, Jess and Lorelai. Jess is married to John Patrick, whom we call JP, and they have two children, Hampton and Sadie. Lorelai is ten and loves playing with friends, her cat Sigfried, and the beach.

Tyson holds a B.S. in Exercise Science from Liberty University, with a minor in Bible, an M.A. in Christian Studies from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Master of Arts in Biblical Exposition from Liberty University’s School of Divinity. He is currently completing a Doctor of Ministry in Applied Theology at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Before seminary and the pastorate, Tyson was a career firefighter in the Richmond, VA area.

He has a passion for teaching, discipleship, and the local church, and his favorite book of the Bible is Matthew. Outside of ministry, he enjoys spending time with his family, gardening, and sports. (Go Hoos!)

Jason began serving Old Fort in October 2013.   He married JoAnn in 1994 and has two awesome kids, Mackenzie and Brigman.  Jason earned a  B.A. in Music Education from Charleston Southern University and an M.A. in Church Music from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Born in the foothills of the N.C. mountains, he started singing and playing the piano in church   at age 6 and hasn’t stopped.  He attributes his love for music from his mom and a solid work ethic from his dad.  His favorite book in the Bible is Romans.  Jason’s passions in life are leading worship & his family.  He enjoys NASCAR, the UNC Tar Heels, the CSU Buccaneers, reading…...sometimes, and without question believes professional rasslin’ is real.  WOOO!!

Bronson began serving at Old Fort in June 2022. He married Amber in 2016 and has two sweet daughters, Wren and Magnolia. Bronson earned his BA and MDiv at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He was born a stones throw from Lake Erie in Pennsylvania, but has lived all across the US. Even though he isn’t a native southerner, he fully embraces the weather, food, and hospitality. He enjoys running, reading, and projects around the house in his free time. His favorite book of the Bible is Isaiah, and he is passionate about reaching the next generation with the matchless hope of Jesus.

Geoff and his wife Robin were married in 1980 and have 1 daughter, 2 sons, and 2 granddaughters.  Geoff was born in Alabama and is a U.S. veteran and graduate of University of Maryland.  He is retired as a business systems analyst and now enjoys volunteer work, running, reading, and travelling (including mission trips with Robin!).  He is a longtime OFBC member and has served as deacon, teacher, and missions team member at OFBC.  His favorite book of the Bible is Acts.

Carl and his wife, Vicki, began attending Old Fort in 2009 shortly after retiring and moving to Summerville from northern New Jersey.  Carl and Vicki were married in 1971 and have one son who is a college football coach.  After 37 years in the insurance industry, Carl served 7 years as a church administrator at his home church of 45 years.   At Old Fort he previously served as a deacon.  Carl is currently a member of the choir, substitute teaches Sunday School and coordinates the Men’s breakfast each month.  

Mike and his wife Nancy have been members of Old Fort Baptist since 2019 following a move to Summerville from Texas after retiring from the Aerospace industry. They moved many times during their career and have been intentional in joining a local church and actively serving in those churches. At previous churches Mike has served as a Deacon, Sunday school director, and on Finance, Personnel and Building committees, and Nancy has been involved in children’s ministry. At Old Fort, Mike served on the Personnel committee and taught Sunday school, and Nancy is involved in children’s ministry. They are the proud parents of 3 children and the grandparents to 5 wonderful grandchildren. Mike and Nancy are very passionate about creating a welcoming environment for young families and children.

Guy LaCoss grew up at Old Fort Baptist Church and was baptized here when he gave his life to Christ. Over the years he has served as a youth and adult Sunday School teacher, and as a deacon. He and his wife Kathryn, a Lowcountry native and graduate of the University of South Carolina, have been married since 2003 and have two daughters, Lauryn and Addyson. He is a graduate of Charleston Southern University where he received a B.S. in Sociology and is a claims supervisor for a large auto insurance company. Guy is passionate about learning and teaching God's Word. 

John has been a member of Old Fort Baptist Church since 1999 and has previously served as a deacon as well as having been on the former Property and Grounds Committee. He and his wife are currently on a team assisting the church with the Ordinances. John has been a fire protection contractor for 35 years. John and his wife Kim have been married since 1999 and have two daughters, one granddaughter, and a grandson on the way. He is passionate about his Sunday School class and building churches in other countries.