This Stuff Matters’ mission is to help people find peace and hope in God’s love and wisdom through the use of media. We use inspirational short radio spots to connect God’s truth and wisdom to people’s lives. As we inspire life and culture change, we seek to build relationships with people online through our website and other media portals. We will teach and equip people to the end that they will flourish in every way in their relationship with God through our Savior Jesus Christ.
Tom Gray
Pastor, Author, Founder and Board Chairman of This Stuff Matters
Tom played football at Vanderbilt University while earning both his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Business Administration degrees there. Tom coached football and taught Management at the University of West Alabama for two years before pursuing and earning his Master of Divinity degree from Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary in Memphis, Tennessee.
Tom currently serves as the Senior Pastor of Mars Hill Community Church in Powder Springs, GA. He has taught Management at Kennesaw State University.He and his wife Dana, a former tennis player at the University of North Carolina, have been married for twenty-five years. She works as an elementary school counselor. They have three incredible children – one currently in college and two in high school.
Steve DeFrancesco
Board Treasurer
Steve DeFrancesco joined the board of This Stuff Matters in June of 2020. Steve is married to his high school sweetheart, Michelle. They have been married for over 30 years and reside in Marietta, GA. They have 2 wonderful children, Stephen and Mary Grace, who are recent Samford University graduates. Steve received a Bachelor of Science degree from Wake Forest University in 1988 where he studied business and finance.
In 1997, Steve began his commercial airline career with a major US airline and currently flies the Boeing 737. In addition, Steve coaches high school tennis and consults in the aviation risk analysis field. Steve has served on the boards of several non-profit organizations: Roswell Street Baptist Church-Board of Trustees and Finance committees, Samford University-Parent Leadership Council, and Cornerstone Preparatory Academy-school board. Steve was saved at the age of 16, is a follower of Jesus Christ and is actively involved at Passion City Church.
Scott D'Antoni
Board Secretary
Scott D’Antoni is a follower of Jesus Christ who married his lovely high school sweetheart 27 years ago. He has three adult children and currently flies Boeing 737s for a commercial airline. As a retired USAF officer of 24 years with experience as a commander, director of operations, and executive officer, Scott possesses leadership, resourcefulness, and integrity that have withstood the test of time.
His guidance and direction will help ensure that This Stuff Matters influences our culture with the truth and wisdom of Jesus Christ. A member of a local Christian church, he’s shared the love of Jesus on several mission trips both stateside and abroad, volunteered for multiple local outreach ministries, facilitated discussions at his men’s ministry Bible study, and currently serves in the greeting and parking ministry at his church. He loves his family, flying, and watching his Florida Gators.
Todd Versteeg
Board Member
Todd VerSteeg is married to Tricia for the past 28 years. They have four children and attend Mars Hill Community Church. Todd has worked for Vermeer Southeast for the past thirty years, twenty of those as a business partner and currently serves as Vice President. For the past 15 years, Todd has served on the North American Vermeer Dealer Board, currently serving as Vice President.
In 2018, He was selected by a delegation of local legislators and mayors to represent District 4 on the ATL Transit Board, which serves portions of Cobb and Paulding Counties. The Board serves as the sole entity for coordination, planning, and dispersing of federal and state funding for transit within the jurisdiction of the 13 metro Atlanta area counties. Todd also represents the Southeast on the Associated Equipment Distributors Public Policy Council working directly with Senators and House of Representatives in Washington DC regarding public policies that affect every day Americans. He has also served on numerous church boards, building committees, and a non-profit organization serving in the Dominican Republic.
Todd Versteeg
Neill Faucett
Board Member
Neill B. Faucett is a retired Managing Principal and Investment Committee member of Lubert-Adler, where he focused on new acquisitions and asset management in the Southeastern United States. Since 1997, Lubert-Adler has invested over $8 billion in equity through a series of real estate opportunity funds.
Prior to joining Lubert-Adler, Mr. Faucett formed Faucett Consulting, which advised real estate clients in equity and financing transactions as well as strategic planning and business structures. Previously, he was a founding partner of the Atlanta accounting firm, Faucett Taylor & Associates where he concentrated on real estate.
Prior to this, he worked for the international accounting firm of Arthur Andersen. Mr. Faucett graduated magna cum laude from Auburn University. He received the President’s Award as the outstanding business school graduate and was selected as the outstanding accounting graduate.
Mr. Faucett serves on the boards of The Asian Christian Academy, World Outreach Fund, Calvary Children’s Home and Perspective Ministries.
Robin Burruss
Board Member
Robin Burruss grew up in the family business, Tip Top Poultry. Retired after 47 years, three years ago he continues to serve as the chairman of the board. Robin is married to his high school sweetheart, Penny, for 49 years.
They have two adult daughters and seven grandchildren. Robin and Penny are members of Stonebridge Church in Marietta. Currently he serves on the admin team and in small group ministry. His hobbies include golf and wake surfing.
Robin is also a board member of the following: This Stuff Matters, Blue Skies, and Marietta Country Club.
Jeremy Abernathy
Board Member
Jeremy J. Abernathy provides a background of service and advocacy. Jeremy was admitted to practice law in 2007. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Loyola School of Law, and his Bachelor of Arts from Morehouse College, as well as a Master’s of Religion from Liberty University Seminary.
Jeremy’s legal experience includes two judicial clerkships with the Honorable Justice Robert Benham, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of Georgia, and the Honorable Mark Anthony Scott, Superior Court Judge in DeKalb County.
Cobb Life Magazine honored Jeremy as a 2013 Top 20 under 40 for his community involvement and stellar advocacy. Georgia Trend Magazine recognized Jeremy as Georgia 2016 Legal Elite. Jeremy was also awarded the Nation’s Top One percent award in 2015, and recognized as Georgia’s Top 40 under 40 for 2015. Jeremy is also an advocate on Sundays as well- he is the Senior Pastor of Noonday Missionary Baptist Church, founded in 1888 and located in Marietta, Georgia.
Mark Stevenson
Board Member
Mark Stevenson is an award-winning hearing health professional with over twenty years of experience in the hearing industry. Mark’s mission is simple: to focus on the unique needs of each patient and treat their hearing loss individually. Mark strives to make a positive impact in the community by bettering the hearing lives of his patients.
Outside of his work, Mark loves spending time with his wife and three children in the outdoors, enjoying nature.
Ruth Guerrier
Director
Ruth Guerrier is originally from San Antonio, TX. She has gained extensive experience in ministry, having worked at her previous church for 8 years in various roles, including Special Events Director, Executive Pastor’s Assistant, and Children’s Director. In 2010, Ruth helped to start a chapter of Fellowship of Christian Athletes in Carrefour, Haiti, aimed at restoring a sense of normalcy to the youth following the earthquake. The ministry expanded to serve over 250 kids each year, supported by a dedicated team of 12 Haitian FCA staff.
In 2019, Ruth founded her own business, Imagine Organizing, where she offers professional organizing services. Her background in both ministry and business uniquely positions her to be the director of This Stuff Matters. Ruth’s ability to create structure and organization will be instrumental in fulfilling the vision and mission of the ministry. She is committed to ensuring that This Stuff Matters operates efficiently while making a meaningful impact in the community she serves.