Light of Hope Presbyterian Church Marietta

Rev. Stephanie Bishop, Installed Pastor

The Rev. Stephanie Bishop came to Light of Hope as the Transitional Pastor in November 2021. Stephanie graduated from Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, GA and was then ordained into the PC (USA) in 2017 at Smyrna Presbyterian Church in Conyers, GA. After completing Transitional Minister Training in 2019, she led Fairview Presbyterian Church in Lawrenceville, GA through their interim time (during the Covid 19 pandemic!), completing her time there just in time to join Light of Hope for the advent of a new Christian year.

Light of Hope Presbyterian Church proved to be exactly the warm, loving, Christ-like place Stephanie encountered in those first days, and as the Pastor Nominating Committee’s search for a permanent pastor continued on, Stephanie and the PNC agreed that continuing ministry together in this place was what God was calling them to do.

Stephanie was called to installed ministry at Light of Hope and began in that role in November 2023. She loves this church home and calls the community “family.” Stephanie recently remarried, and she and her husband Byron held the ceremony at Light of Hope so the church family could celebrate with them. Their blended family includes five wonderful adult children and one very special dog.

When Stephanie is not working or spending time with family, she loves to be outdoors. Running is a favorite hobby along with traveling to new places. She studies Spanish with a tutor in Spain in the hopes of not only opening doors to more interesting places but mostly to communicate well with more people.

Stephanie hopes you will come and meet God in this special place called Light of Hope! Welcome! Bienvenido!

Gloria Melton, Office Administrator

On graduating from high school, Gloria started a career in banking. After 25 years, she retired from banking to become a stay-at-home mom until both children were in elementary school. She then returned to work as a Paraprofessional teacher at an elementary school for the next 18 years. After being retired again for 3 years, she decided it was time to pursue a part time career. She became the Administrative Assistant to Light of Hope in March of 2022 and has enjoyed using her gifts of secretarial and organizational skills for God’s kingdom.

Tiffany Peoples, Director of Music & Worship Arts

As a child, Tiffany's parents (Howard and Sandra Nealy) noticed she could identify harmonies and sing numerous voice parts of music at the age of five. Her father, a profound organist, along with her mother, a distinguished vocalist, began to train little Tiffany in church.

From her start at Grace Lutheran Primary School (Queens, NY) to pursing her Doctor of Music Education Degree, her focus on Choral Music, knack for choir development, and vocal training have turned her hobby into a profession.

She has graced stages throughout the United States and abroad ministering the gospel through her God-given musical gifts.

She serves as Director of Worship at Light of Hope Presbyterian Church. She is also a middle school Chorus teacher employed with the Fayette County Board of Education. Teaching and sharing music is her passion whether at church or school. With her extensive experience in teaching and performing all genres of music, she considers herself a perpetual student as she loves to learn and welcomes new ideas and challenges. Her music education includes a BA in Music Media, M. Ed in Music Education and D.M.E. in Music Education (c/o 2026).

Edwin Estimé , Pianist

Edwin Estimé is a great human being.

Many may know him as a great piano player. However, his accomplishment is far beyond the musical notes. Edwin, (born on February 12) was born to Haitian immigrant parents and grew up to be a successful young man. He has been married for almost ten years and has two beautiful children. Edwin was motivated to get his highest education, so he completed his doctoral degree at Kennesaw State University. If you ever meet this young man, you will notice his shy demeanor at first; however, when you get to know him, he can be one of the best human beings in your circle. Edwin is a man of God. He serves as an elder at his local church, where he helps the youth connect with the Heavenly Father. He is also the chaplain of the South Atlantic Conference Youth Federation, which serves over one thousand youth in eight different churches. Edwin is an exemplary figure in the community and a great friend to all. Many who know him are happy to have him in their lives.