Calvin Roberson

SENIOR PASTOR

Pastor Cal holds many titles: husband, father, pastor, counselor, brother, friend, author, and relationship expert. Nevertheless, he flourishes as he is committed to constantly evolving current conditions without compromising his values. His enterprising, gracious, magnetic character, alongside his wife's expertise and gentleness, has spearheaded seminars, conferences, sessions, etc., because they wholeheartedly believe in the betterment of society. As a team with a harmonious vision, they have changed the lives of many. 

There's no denying that whatever he puts his mind to, he's intentional and determined to fulfill—Progression Church is a testament to that. 

Aside from Pastor Cal's accomplishments, his love for people bleeds through his outpouring of support and unwavering faith. He's kind, compassionate, and dear to those around him. He genuinely lives by the mantra: "If there is no struggle, there is no progress; power concedes nothing without a demand. It never has, and it never will. Men may not get all they pay for in this world, but they must certainly pay for all they get" by Frederick Douglass.

Wendy Roberson

FIRST LADY

Wendy is the driving force of the vision for Progression and the epitome of grace and elegance. She serves as the fabulous First Lady and believes it is impossible to have a relationship with God if we cannot have great and meaningful relationships with others. She also ministers to help increase the quality of life for others holistically.

Her intuitive, determined, and benevolent attributes are showcased in how she leads--Wendy exemplifies a great mastermind and subscribes to being an excellent servant. Because of her love for God, adoration and devotion to her husband, and promise to herself, her continuous leadership at Progression has led to a series of testimonies from many.

Wendy wants people to be inspired by the evolution of her character as a result of her complete submission to God. She is a true advocate of “Relationships Matter,” not just as a slogan but as a lifestyle.

Kristian Dunson

ASSOCIATE PASTOR

Kristian’s gift of interpretation and speaking is a symphony at Progression. He loves extending his hand wherever he can but ensures everyone can see the love in his heart. At a young age, Kristian accepted his calling as an orator, and in adulthood, he’s allowing God to continue to direct his life harmoniously. 

While supporting Pastor Cal's vision, he demonstrates his own leadership qualities with his initiative mind, ability to motivate others, and contribution to strategic planning and decision-making.

Kristian lives by the quote, “Breathe, relax, smile,” because he believes the simple things are beautiful. 

Julius Green

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Julius' discipline contributes to his overall faithfulness to God and those he loves. Julius ultimately acknowledges complete ministry is when one takes a different approach to creating a productive and sustainable spiritual environment. He not only manages the finances of Progression with fidelity, but he also willingly serves the church beyond measure with his loving spirit and kindness. Julius serves because it is what Christ did on this earth; service to him is honoring and modeling after Christ.

As an original member of Progression, he's displayed consistency. He holds the following quote dear to him: "Control your destiny by controlling your thoughts. Your thoughts lead to action, actions lead to habits, habits form your character, and your character determines your destiny."

Dominique Oscar

YOUTH LEADER

Dominique's resilient, assertive, and disciplined character intentionally assists the youth in loving Christ and not placing Him in a spiritual box. His serving matters because he believes it’s an obligation based on what God has done for him. He’s devoted to encouraging the future of tomorrow, and it’s evident because he exhibits "Tough people always outlast tough times." 

Dominique is an authentic puzzle piece to Progression—he serves the youth with creative lessons and guides them in questioning their beliefs to motivate critical thinking. He's highly dependable and passionate! His utmost goal is to live a life of peace.

Donavan Genas

Chill and Chat/Assistant Youth Leader

Donovan is a true gem who challenges how individuals view God. His weekly Bible study facilitation and robust discussions are exciting. It's no secret that Donavan loves what he does because he orchestrates his discussions to draw everyone in. His committed, caring, and intentional personality weaves through any situation as a man of integrity. 

He attests to how ministry should be progressive because it allows his relationship with Christ to impact every facet of his life. 

Donavan is not afraid of being challenged and growing-- he's declared: “live what I believe, but my beliefs are written in sand, not stone."

Verdette Bagley

Hospitality Ministry Leader

To know Verdette is to love her—she's a prayer warrior and fort in God's army. She is present, supportive, and encouraging through life's challenges. She's not afraid to publicize how God has already done all that God is ever going to do. That's why God doesn't change. She understands how she needs to tune into the frequency and be ready to walk in it when it's revealed. 

She never stops ministering to individuals in need and acknowledges how ministry is a part of who she is--it's encoded in her DNA! It's using one of the many gifts God has given her to the fullest. 

She reminds people often that "the grave is the richest place in the world because it's full of the gifts and talents God gave people that they never used."

Marie Box-Barnes

Leadership Team Liaison

Marie's loyal, honest, and trustworthy personality reveals how she enriches her Progression family. She's devoted to sharpening the iron around her because she wants the ultimate best for others. Marie is a champion for assisting others because it brings her joy. She understands everyone has personal struggles. 

By simply showing up and lending a hand, she makes a significant difference and believes serving others is free and can significantly impact someone's life. Her favorite quote is, "The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others" by Mahatma Gandhi.

She is a natural-born nurturer who constantly contributes love, accountability, dedication, and authenticity!

Gerald and Valdesha DeJean

Marriage Ministry Leaders

As a unit, Gerald and Valdesha collaborate to strengthen and support the couples at Progression. They concentrate on positivity to ensure married, want-to-be-married, and soon-to-be-married couples have the tools to enjoy their unique journeys! 

Service is a crucial component of their ministry because they believe it is what God wants them to do. Within their lives, they hold onto "putting in the extra time to push God's word to the body or believers and nonbelievers." 

They constantly exercise teamwork makes the dream work by unveiling raw talent, acquired skill, and divine intervention.

Melanie Lindsay

Interim Lead Greeter

Melanie loves people and helps them along life's journey. In life and at Progression, she exudes positivity and speaks into everyone she knows; she believes meeting people where they are is essential. Her loyal, trustworthy, and engaging spirit is the connector and comforter at Progression. 

Her smile welcomes all individuals and reminds people of God's acceptance as she lives by the saying, "Love your neighbor as yourself." 

It's an honor to have her serve as interim lead greeter! She graciously sets the tone for newcomers.

Monica MacFarlane

WOMEN'S MINISTRY LEADER

Monica is an incredible, committed, passionate leader of the Progression women. Because she's strategic, her talents allow the women to feel safe and seen no matter where they are in life's journey. She's willing to contribute because her life's goal is to be completely used up in service to others.

Her uplifting nature provides a sense of belonging, and she does it so easily. She effortlessly models, "Be the leader you would follow."

Monica recognizes Christians have the privilege of making a difference in people's lives, yet she doesn't want anything in return.

Yiorweh Dorbor

Contact Coordinator

Yiorweh enjoys the simple things in life because she ultimately values each day--it's God's gift! She contributes her organizational and planning skills to the Progression family. As an observer, she's willing to lend a hand to ensure people's testimonies are valuable and that they can learn how important they are to the world! 

Her all-time favorite quote is: "You can't win without being patient. You know why? Success comes when you value time by using it profitably. It comes over time; delay is not denial!" With her care for others and strategic manner, Yiorweh assists with Progression’s mission coming to light daily.

Jeshua Pringle

Logistics Coordinator

Jeshua serves as lead coordinator for the Parking Team at Progression Church. He has been a member at Progression since its beginning in 2013. Professionally, Jeshua works as a Transportation Analyst for the City of Atlanta Office of Transportation. He holds master’s degrees in City Planning and Civil Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology.

He and his lovely wife Rosie were married by Pastor Cal and both happily serve at Progression. They are adventurers and are always willing to share the latest info on great restaurants to visit or shows to watch.

Nichole V. Googer

Worship Leader

Nicki is a passionate and dedicated music ministry leader at Progression, where she uses her extraordinary musical talents to uplift and inspire the congregation. With a heart for service, she believes in the transformative power of music to heal and connect individuals within the community. 

Nicki's commitment to fostering an environment of love and support mirrors her personal mantra: "Music is the voice of the soul, and through it, we can touch the hearts of many." Her unwavering dedication not only enhances the worship experience but also cultivates a sense of belonging among congregants, empowering them to navigate their personal journeys through the gift of song. Through her leadership, Nicki embodies the essence of service, reminding everyone that music is a divine gift meant to be shared and celebrated.