Meet Our Staff
Tim Cooper
Teaching & Preaching Minister
Tim has served churches in multiple states with experience as a Lead Pastor, Executive Pastor, and Church Planter, as well as bringing leadership coaching and capital campaigns to life in over a thousand churches and non-profits around the world. He is the author of Miles Past Normal, Awestruck, the writing partner with the Phil Ling for The Generosity Tsunami and the author of the Amazon #1 Best Selling book- Gameday:The Untold Story of College Football. As a pastor, coach, author, and entrepreneur, Tim brings intense focus to helping each individual find their connection to Jesus.
Troy Braunstein
Pastoral Care Minister
Troy is originally from Georgetown, OH. He received his Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Ministry from Cincinnati Christian University. He is married to Emily and together they have a daughter, Eira, and a son, Lincoln. He has been in various ministry roles for almost 20 years. He has served as the Pastoral Care Minister at Unity since 2024.
Jason Shields
Associate/Worship Minister
Jason Shields is from Brooksville, Kentucky. Attending both Northern Kentucky University and Cincinnati Christian University, Jason has been in Youth/Worship Ministry for over 15 years. He has served Churches in Bracken County, Mason County, and Harrison County in Kentucky. Serving as part of the staff of Unity since 2016, Jason and his wife, Heather, have two children; Judah (8) and Nora (7).
Aaron Guance
Next Gen Director
Aaron is a Harrison County native. He currently resides in Georgetown, Ky with his wife, Miranda Gaunce. Graduating High school in 2020, he is currently finishing his Bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies at Liberty University. Aaron has experience directing youth and young adult programs, as well as camps and retreats. He continues to focus on building interpersonal relationships with a passion to see others accept Jesus Christ as Lord.
Jordyn Marcum
Children's Ministry Director
Jordyn is originally from Harrison County and attended Eastern Kentucky University. She resides in Harrison County with her husband, Nick, and their two daughters, Harper and Camryn. She has been a member of Unity Christian Church since 2021 and has served as the Children's Ministry Director since 2023.
Nyria Reynolds
Secretary
Nyria Reynolds is originally from Johnson County, Kentucky. She now lives in Harrison County since 2006. She is married to Randy. They have 3 Children and 3 grandchildren. She has been a member here since 2007 and have served as Secretary since 2013.