Leadership Team

Adrian Ayers

Preaching Minister

Adrian began full-time ministry in 2004 shortly after graduating from the Trinidad School of Preaching. He worked with the San Fernando Church of Christ, in Trinidad, till 2017. He studied Bible at Harding University from 2017 – 2021 and preached part-time during this period. 

Adrian holds a Bachelor of Arts in Bible and Divinity from Harding, where he graduated as the Most Outstanding Overall Bible Major. He is presently working toward a Master of Divinity from Harding School of Theology. He has served many churches throughout the Caribbean through gospel meetings, lectureships, seminars, youth ministry, radio, and television ministries. During his ministry in Trinidad, he taught at the Trinidad School of Preaching for 6 years. While studying at Harding, Adrian led short-mission trips and home Bible studies for Harding students. He also serves as the vice-chairman of Caribbean Lectureship’s Organizing Committee. 

Adrian has a passion for teaching God’s word and equipping God’s people. He and his family are originally from the island of Trinidad. He is married to Vanessa, and together they have three children, Jayelle, Ethan, and Kaydn.

Dessain Terry

Associate Minister

Dessain has preached since 1969 having served in several capacities including pulpit minister, evangelism school director, deacon of missions and board member of the Jamaica School of Preaching, campaign director, and traveling evangelist. He has worked in seven countries and traveled in over 20. He has authored several books and publications including How to Win Your Mate to Christ and The Concordance to the New Century Bible. He has helped edit The International Children’s Bible, The New Century Version of the Bible, and The Christian News of South Texas. He has spoken at various lectureships and workshops in the United States and overseas including the South Pacific Soul-Winning Workshop, National Jamaica Workshop, and Caribbean Lectureships.

He is a graduate of Oklahoma Christian University with additional work at Oklahoma City University, Central State University, Harding Preacher’s School Seminar, and University of Texas at Tyler.

He holds a Master’s degree from Western Connecticut State University. He has taught Speech courses Cameron University, management and time-management courses, and personal success courses. He is available to businesses, non-profit organizations, and community groups for motivational presentations. Contact BrightExecxBiz.org.

He is married to Stephanie, a free-lance editor for the major religious publishing houses and co-owner of BrightWomenBiz.org.

They have one adult daughter, Lauren, who lives in Virginia, where she has carved out a successful career in marketing and enjoys the vibrant culture of her city. Despite the distance, they maintain a close relationship, often visiting each other during holidays and family gatherings, sharing stories and experiences that strengthen their bond. Lauren also loves to bring her parents into her life, introducing them to her friends and inviting them to local events, showcasing the charm of her Virginia hometown.