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 (22 years) and has two children. Nolan is 19 and Brinkley is 12. 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 served as the State Girls Ministries Coordinator of the Church of God in South Carolina and had served in this ministry role since 2016. Melissa is married to Scott Hager (22 years) and has two children. Nolan is 19 and Brinkley is 12. The Hager’s have served as District Overseer, Pastor, and Youth Pastors in South Carolina.

Born and raised in the Church of God as a pastor's kid, Madray remembers attending youth camp, participating in Teen Talent, and all the other youth events the Church of God had to offer. Due to this, she developed a deep commitment to faith and church and a passion for serving others in the realm of youth ministry.

She graduated from Lee University with a Bachelor's in Education and a Master's degree in Special Education from Grand Canyon University. Madray brings both academic knowledge and personal experience in the church to the table. Her educational background equips them with a solid foundation in both theology and administrative principles, making them a valuable asset to any church office.

She currently resides in Cleveland and volunteers in the youth ministry program at Dayton Church of God: The Family Church in Dayton, Tennessee.

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