SERVING AND LEADING
ALLEN STOCKS
Pastor Allen Stocks, the Lead Pastor of Tanglewood Church since 2009, is known for his engaging, life-applicable sermons and his genuine love of people. Alongside his wife Christy, who also serves as an Executive Administrative Assistant, he cherishes his family deeply, including his children Josh, Rebekah (married to Jeff), and Kayla (married to Hunter), as well as his grandchildren Hayden, Maddie, and Ava. Pastor Allen has a fervent passion for nurturing people of all ages to grow in their understanding of God’s love, creatively employ their gifts in service, wholeheartedly follow Christ, and lead others to Him.
Beyond his pastoral duties, Pastor Allen is a skilled photographer, capturing the essence of nature in its purest form. His remarkable collection showcases the beauty of the North Carolina coast and various national parks and reserves. Additionally, he is known for immortalizing poignant moments during the church’s passion play, “The Victor.”
Before joining the church, Pastor Allen dedicated himself to serving his country in the Air Force, specializing in law enforcement. However, his true fulfillment lies in his family and ministry, where he continues to inspire and guide others on their spiritual journey.
HOPE OWENS
Hope Owens leads a dynamic team of many volunteers and children weekly. When it comes to Children’s Ministries, Hope’s passion is to bring children into a personal relationship with Jesus and to equip them to become lifelong followers of Him. She believes that kids thrive spiritually when they are given age-specific programs that are both fun and educational. Hope attended East Carolina University and received a BS in Special Education and a MA Ed in Elementary Education. Before coming to Tanglewood over twenty-two years ago, Hope taught in both public and Christian schools and served as a director of a Child Care Learning Center. Hope has also completed missions assignments in Nigeria, West Africa and the inner city of Atlanta, GA.
JACKSON COOPER
jackson@tanglewoodchurch.com
Jackson came to us in 2023 to serve as our Student and Family Pastor, working with youth and parents. He has over 10 years of experience serving in outreach, youth, next-gen, and family ministry across Eastern North Carolina and Virginia. Jackson received his undergraduate degree from Mid-Atlantic Christian University and his Master’s degree in Divinity at Liberty University. He and his wife Bailey have two children, Bryson & Everlynn.
Jackson believes that the ministry's goal is to share the Gospel with excellence and build strong relationships. He believes that community is the most essential quality of the physical world. He desires to see young people come to Tanglewood through an exciting and Biblical youth group and young family small groups.