Staff Pastors
Senior Pastor, Rick Addison
Pastor Rick's ministry journey began as a senior in high school when, after making a personal commitment to Jesus Christ, he became aware that God had a special purpose for his life – to serve as a pastor of a local church. After graduating from
Rick and Karon have been married since August 1974. For their entire ministry journey Karon has been a true partner in ministry serving in a variety of capacities in the various churches they have pastored. Rick and Karon have two sons, Eric and Jonathan, who are both married and each have children.
Pastor Rick’s primary interests outside of our church are his four grandchildren, Ryan, Talia, Bentley, and Karlie. In fact he has said many times that his favorite people in the world are his grandchildren and his favorite title is “Papa”. He is also a car buff and loves to cruise in his Corvette. Rick and Karon have a get away place in
Rick’s life verse is Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.”
Assistant Pastor, Phil Spriggs 
Phil joined the staff of The Grace Place in August, 2010 as an assistant pastor in charge of Worship. He received his BA in Business from Wheeling Jesuit University and his Masters of Ministerial Leadership from Wesley Seminary at Indiana Wesleyan University. He has served as a senior pastor in the Wesleyan Church for 17 years. He teaches ministerial classes for the South Coastal District of the Wesleyan Church. He has led city wide crusades in drama resulting in salvations of 200+ over a three-day period.
His wife Crystal is serving as Worship Programmer for the Grace Place. She received her Bachelor’s in Business and has served in school administration and teaching. Her passion is church music and drama.
Phil and Crystal have three wonderful kids: Jessica, Daniel and Bethany.
Phil has a passion to see God's Kingdom advanced by introducing people to Christ and leading them into a deeper understanding of God's Word. He has a strong conviction that God wants to grow His church through the faithfulness and unity of His people.
Middle School Pastor, Eric Addison
Eric and his wife Blanca's passion is reaching others for Christ, with Eric's focus primarily on Middle School students and helping them to develop their relationship with Jesus Christ. Eric and Blanca met at Palm Beach Atlantic University where Eric did his undergraduate work, and Blanca earned a masters degree in elementary education. Eric and Blanca have a son, Ryan and little Karlie Love born February 24, 2011.
Children's Pastor, Rob Wright
Rob has been the Children's Pastor since March 2005. Rob worked in childrens ministry as a teen, here in Stuart. After attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and receiving a B.S. in Business Administration, Rob served as an officer in the United States Air Force. Rob and his wife Jean returned to Stuart and worked in a local children's ministry for seven years as Director of the Bus Ministry, Children's Church, and as a deacon. Rob also held various positions at Scripps Treasure Coast Publishing Company, including IT Manager until Rob and Jean were called to full time ministry at The Grace Place.
Jean is an Elementary School teacher in Martin County, and Rob and Jean have two precious children, Daron and Maggie. Rob & Jean are passionate about children's lives being changed through God's love and saving grace. Rob and the entire children’s ministry team seek to provide a safe, fun and exciting environment for kids to learn God’s truths, witness his kindness and grow spiritually. Rob's life verse is Isaiah 40:31, "But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint."
Hispanic Pastor, Marco Angles
Since August 2008, Marco has served as the pastor of the Hispanic Ministry at The Grace Place, along side with his wife and partner in the ministry, Susana Angles. Marco holds a bachelor's degree in Social Communication and two master's degrees, the first in University Education and the second in Christian Psychology and Family Counseling.
In April of 1986, Marco had a personal encounter with Jesus Christ. After completing leadership training courses, he began to lead others in the his home church. As servant leader, he has a great passion for his ministry and the work that the Lord has called his to. He’s enjoyed serving as a professor at three universities in Bolivia, as well as the broadcaster, producer and director of a Bolivian radio station, and now as a pastor at The Grace Place.
Assistant Pastor, High School and Young Adults, Jose Fernandez
Jose joined the Grace Place in January 2011 as an Assistant Pastor over High School and Young Adults Ministries. He received his BA from Trinity International University in Christian Ministries. He was called into ministry as a teenager and started mentoring young people in 1999. He has been leading youth for 12 years in evangelistic outreaches to the homeless, prisons, nursing homes, hospitals, schools, malls and anywhere else people can be reached for Christ. Jose’s experience includes the development of prayer campaigns, dramas, and videos designed to spread excitement in youth about taking the gospel to the streets. He is passionate about the role praise and worship should have in the hearts of believers. His ministry objectives concentrate on growing youth in five major areas prayer, evangelism, discipleship, praise and fellowship.
Jose and his wife Lissette are committed to serving the Lord. She is very outgoing and enjoys being used by the Holy Spirit to lead people to a life of serving God. Their daughter Kasey is also an active part in making a difference and impacting lives for Jesus. Their life verse is 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.