Debbie Arnn, Children and Family Minister (Full-Time)
Debbie came to Aspen Grove Christian Church in November 2024 with a passion for helping kids know and follow Jesus. Her experience spans over twenty years of working with kids from birth through 6th grade in a variety of capacities.
In her free time, Debbie enjoys writing stories for kids, knitting, the IDEA of living in atiny house, and a good taco. When it comes to kids, Debbie has been known to sing, dance, wear crazy hats or do just about anything else to show them the love of Jesus.
Debbie and her husband, Allen have 4 grown children scattered throughout the South, as well as two grandbabies, and a fluffy Hava-Shih-Poo named Barkley.
Joseph & Rylee Spillers, Student Ministry Sponsors (Part-Time)
Joseph & Rylee met playing ultimate frisbee at Lipscomb University and got married in 2024. We are both engineers and enjoy playing sports (mainly frisbee), visiting amusement parks, playing board games, and hiking. Joseph is a black belt in karate and a big Titans fan originally from Nashville, while Rylee knows over 80 digits of pi and enjoys painting and other arts originally from Indiana.
Tess Yarnall, Worship Leader (Part-Time)
Tess was born and raised in northern Minnesota (brr). She earned a bachelor's degree in Music Business with a minor in Christian Studies in 2019, and then made the move to Nashville in 2021. Tess is passionate about fostering an environment to respond to God’s goodness and grace through music and the arts. Aside from doing music, you can likely find her drinking coffee, going for a walk, or making a new friend.
Allen Arnn, Administrative Minister (Part-Time)
Allen began attending Aspen Grove in November 2024 and joined the staff in June 2025 as Administrative Minister. With a background in both church ministry and the business world, he brings a love for systems, structure, strategic planning and servant-hearted leadership to support the mission of the church.
Allen and his wife, Debbie, have four grown children and two grandkids. When he's not helping things run smoothly behind the scenes, he enjoys getting outdoors, hiking at Radnor Lake, and spending time with family.
Adam Kaufhold, Minister
Adam is an excellent communicator. His teaching demonstrates a genuine love for the word of God and it's practical application in the lives of believers and non-believers alike. Adam spent more than 10 years in full-time student ministry before accepting the role of minister at Aspen Grove in August of 2011. He holds an undergraduate degree from Auburn University and a Masters of Divinity degree from Abilene Christian University. Adam and his wife Amy have a daughter named Harper and an adopted son from Ethiopia, named Canon.