Our staff works to serve and care for the congregation within Clemson Presbyterian as well as our community. We are happy to help you however we can. For ministries not listed, contact our church office at contactus@clemsonpres.org or 864.654.4772.
Staff & Leadership
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Bryan Counts
senior pastor
Originally from Greenville, Bryan graduated from Covenant College and then received his MDIV from Covenant Seminary before heading to Colorado Springs to serve at Village Seven Church. Bryan and his wife, Erika, have four children, Garrison, Daniel, Caroline, and JB. Bryan and Erika are looking forward to leveraging their gifts at Clemson Pres for God's glory.
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steve dickey
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
Steve grew up in Great Falls, S.C. He received a B.A. from Wofford College and a M.Div. from Columbia Biblical Seminary in Columbia, S.C. He is a life long South Carolinian and has been in the ministry for over thirty years. Steve and his wife Phyllis have 2 children, Ashley and Stephen, Jr., one son-in-law, Andrew who is married to Ashley, one daughter-in-law, Kirstie who is married to Stephen, Jr., and seven grandchildren, Abigail, Elijah, Emma, Drew, Cameron, Jack, and Claire.
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matthew icard
pastor of youth & families
Matthew loves sharing the redemptive work of God with others. He also loves all things related to the outdoors. As a result, Matthew was actively involved in Christian camp ministry both during and after college. Following his work in camp ministry, Matthew attended Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte, NC and graduated in 2012. Matthew and his wonderful wife, Rachel, met in seminary. In April 2012, Matthew accepted the call to become the Assistant Pastor of Youth and Families.
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paula miles
Women's ministry coordinator
Paula is wife to Kevin and mother of Wimberly, Janie, Clary, and Judy. She is from Anderson and attended Clemson University. Paula was a full time homemaker and public school teacher before coming on staff in 2014. Studying and teaching God’s Word is her passion, as well as encouraging women to understand their unique design and fulfill their individual callings. She is a conference speaker and, also, serves on the national women’s ministry team for the PCA as a women’s ministry trainer.
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laurie Parsons
music director
Laurie Parsons studied music education at Furman University where she met her husband, Derek, CPC’s pianist. Laurie began her career teaching band and chorus in the public schools, but scaled back to a part-time role in church music as her family expanded. Laurie currently leads the adult choir, youth ensemble, and worship teams. She performs with the GAMAC Orchestra, and Easley Community Band, and teaches horn at Southern Wesleyan University.
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sara dixon
communications coordinator
Originally from Seneca, Sara attended University of Georgia. She served at churches in Texas, Florida, and North Carolina before returning to Clemson. Her hobbies include art, lake days, and cheering on Georgia football and Kentucky basketball.
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Bailie RABON
Youth director
Growing up in South Georgia, Bailie comes to Clemson Pres after being graduated from Georgia Southern with a degree in marketing. She looks forward to investing in the youth. Bailie enjoys baking, coffee shops, and antiquing.
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ruthann crane
Administrative assistant to the senior pastor
Ruthann grew up and lived in the metro Atlanta area before moving to Clemson with her family six years ago. She is a mother of two sons: Ray and Ben. Ruthann loves being involved with the Women’s Ministry at CPC and serving on the Women's Ministry Team.
