J576JW-Hanna,Andrew
Lead Church Planter
New Orleans Louisiana
Harvest Church
September 5
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About My Family
My wife, Mary Margaret, and I met in college and were married in 2016. We moved to New Orleans soon after and quickly grew to love the city. Immanuel Community Church took us in with open arms and graciously gave us opportunities to serve.
In 2018, I completed my M.Div. from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and began coaching at a school in the city. Our experience living in the city and serving at Immanuel stirred up a desire to plant a church in Tremé, and Immanuel sent us out with a core team of 15 members.
In 2018, I completed my M.Div. from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and began coaching at a school in the city. Our experience living in the city and serving at Immanuel stirred up a desire to plant a church in Tremé, and Immanuel sent us out with a core team of 15 members.
About My Church Plant
In September of 2021, Harvest Church launched in the school where I coach. Our mission is to glory God by following Jesus together and to faithfully serve our city. Being in a transient neighborhood, Harvest Church longs to be a consistent witness and faithful presence over the long haul. We regularly engage our neighborhood through evangelistic Bible studies, sports camps and acts of service.
NAMB Church Planting
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