Scott served as the State Youth and Discipleship Director of the Church of God in South Carolina and had served in this ministry role since 2016. Scott is married to Melissa Hager (23 years) and has two children. Nolan is 20 and Brinkley is 13. Being a husband and a father is the highlight of his life. The Hager’s have served as District Overseer, Pastor, and Youth Pastor in South Carolina. He has served on the SC State Council, Youth Board, and the SC Home for Children Board of Directors. He currently serves on the International Youth and Discipleship Board as well as on many boards and committees in the Church of God. 

Scott has a Bachelor's degree from Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee, a Master’s degree, and is currently working on a Doctor of Ministry degree from the Pentecostal Theological Seminary also in Cleveland, Tennessee.

Scott loves hunting, fishing, and is a die-hard Tennessee Vols fan! 

Melissa Hager has served as the Girls Ministries Coordinator for the Church of God in Tennessee since 2021 and previously served as the State Girls Ministries Coordinator for in South Carolina from 2016 to 2021. She is married to Scott Hager, and together they have been married for 23 years. They are the proud parents of two children, Nolan (20) and Brinkley (13). Throughout their years of ministry, the Hagers have faithfully served the Church of God in various capacities, including Pastor, District Overseer, and Youth Pastors. Melissa is also an Ordained Minister in the Church of God. She continues to dedicate her life to equipping the next generation and supporting the mission of the Church of God.

State Youth Board | 2024-2026

Renee Talley, Chairman

Kyle Hinch

Garrett Reese

Glen Key Jr.

Dylan Lawson

Andy Smith

Barry Dishman

Justin Wright

Jeannie Luallen