Thornwell
Garett Pierson is an experienced professional with a background in youth ministry and property management. As a Family Teacher at Thornwell since December 2018, Garett leads and disciples a group of eight teenagers, organizing spiritual enrichment activities while facilitating communication and relationship-building with their families. Previously, as Regional Director at Vesta Realty, LLC, Garett oversaw operations and marketing for multifamily properties, managing a team and enhancing financial performance. Garett's earlier roles as Youth Pastor at CommonGround Church and Children's Ministry Director at New Life Center Church involved leading youth groups, coordinating events, and mentoring volunteers. Garett holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theology from Oral Roberts University.
Thornwell
Founded in 1875, Thornwell is a diverse non-profit ministry across Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina committed to the most innovative and effective solutions to heal, strengthen, and empower children and families. Thornwell aligns with child welfare agencies to prevent child abuse and neglect, build up and reunite families, and support healthy communities in the name of Jesus Christ.