Volunteers in Action: November

By Megan Krimmel, Communications Director

The worship teams at Cornerstone Ministries are made up of many dedicated and talented musicians. The obvious desire to use gifts for God's glory is both inspiring and contagious. Two worship team members in particular have demonstrated the art of worship with true humility and passion, so it is indeed a privilege to honor and thank Brian Hamilton and Aaron Greer as our Volunteers in Action for November.

Drummer Brian Hamilton has an incredible testimony which involves severe drug addictions that affected his life from age 13 to age 34. After a long battle, Brian finally found all the hope he needed in Jesus Christ. He is now approaching his sixth year clean of drugs. "I realize words alone cannot express my gratefulness to Jesus for coming into my life and saving me from my bondage to sin," Brian says.

Brian currently works for Logical Automation as a sales engineer. His interests include evangelism, playing the drums, golfing, hunting, and serving as a part of various area ministries. Brian also enjoys spending time with his wife, Shelly, and their two kids, Justin and Olivia.

Brian is a dedicated member of the worship team. He is always working hard always seeking to learn, and always demonstrating humility. "When I think of Brian, I think of humble sacrifice," says Pastor David Watts, Jr. "For Brian, the worship is such an act of praise because of what God has brought him through to get to this point in his life. He is always looking for more ways to develop his gifts so that God can use him and our teams even more effectively."

Vocalist, guitarist, and worship leader Aaron Greer started playing the drums at the age of 4 before switching to guitar at age 9. Growing up in the MTV generation inspired Aaron to become a "rock star," so he started playing in bar bands in his early teens. At age 20, God called Aaron to leave that scene behind and start using his talents for a higher purpose. Now Aaron fronts the Aaron Greer band, and the latest CD, Agents of Change, is available in most Christian retail outlets nationwide and on iTunes.

Aaron's interests involve leading worship, playing and collecting guitars, studying presidential history, and graphic designing. Aaron also loves to spend time with his wife of two years, Lynn. "Most of all, I am thankful to God that he placed me at Cornerstone where my artistic and musical ability can be used for His glory," Aaron says. "Not many churches would welcome the ‘loud lead guitar player who jumps onstage,' but Cornerstone did."

"When I think of Aaron Greer, I think of the word contagious," says Pastor David Watts, Jr. "Aaron doesn't hold back. When he plays his guitar, it is if he were dancing before the Lord." Aaron's energy and passion draw the congregation into worship in unique ways. "Seeing God expand Aaron's ministry and influence as a leader has been a real joy to me," says Pastor David. "I believe God has some pretty cool plans for Aaron and his music."

Many thanks to Brian and Aaron for their inspiration, dedication, and passion to serve the Lord through music. We're so blessed to have them as part of our Cornerstone family.

[Would you like to be a volunteer at Cornerstone Ministries? Visit the Get in the Game page to see a full list of places that you could be involved.]