Meet the Team
Drew Hensley
Lead Pastor
Drew has a passion for seeing people grow in their love for Jesus and His church. Drew is a former Seattle church planter, author, and has served in a variety of local church roles over his last 20 years in ministry. Before relocating with his family to Charleston in 2019 to join ONE Fellowship church as leadership development and discipleship pastor, Drew co-planted Redemption Church in Seattle in 2014 and served as Pastor of Preaching & Ministry. Prior to that opportunity, Drew served as Lead Pastor for the University of Washington campus within Mars Hill Church. With a heart for discipleship and leadership development, Drew has helped start and grow local gospel communities over the past 20 years with an emphasis on helping people go deeper with Christ and wider into their neighborhoods with His good news. Drew has a style of preaching and teaching that is vulnerable, accessible, and conversational, with true depth rooted in the gospel. You will regularly find him saying things like, “With God, nothing is wasted”, “God is in the business of adopting children, not hiring workers” and “God sees you, knows you, and loves you, as you are, not as you will be.”
He holds a B.A. in Pastoral Studies and minor in Psychology from Cedarville University in Ohio, a Masters of Theological Studies from Liberty University, is ordained through the Acts 29 Network, and is a regular contributing author to The Key Life Network. His first book Invisible Grief (Christian Focus 2026) is out now with a forthcoming project Made for Approval (Just Not theirs) coming out in 2027 through Moody Publishers. Drew and Laura have been married for 19 years and in 2019 welcomed their first child, Silas, into their family through the process of adoption. Drew loves calling the Lowcountry home and is excited to champion the vision and mission of New City Church.
Jonathan Hiott
Director of Worship & Formation
Jonathan is passionate about serving the local church and seeing lives flourish in gospel-centered community. A Charleston native, he has previously served on staff at ONE Fellowship both as a Students Coordinator and, prior to that, as a Production Coordinator. He holds a B.A. from Charleston Southern University and is completing an M.A. in Theology from Union Theological College in 2026. Jonathan has a deep love for stories and the people that tell them. He is particularly drawn to watching theological truth illuminate everyday life and helping people know, love, and serve Jesus. Jonathan and his wife, Allison, have one son, Rory, and are excited to see where God leads.
Michelle Huntley
New City Kids Director
Michelle has a deep love for Jesus and families. She holds a B.B.A. in Marketing from James Madison University. Prior to joining the New City team, Michelle served as director of engagement at ONE Fellowship. Before that she worked at several non-profits in the Charleston area. Michelle's passion for strategy and people led her to become a certified coach through the International Coaching Federation. She previously served as a Leadership Coach at a consulting company, where she helped leaders and executives grow in various areas, including goal setting, management, career advancement, communication, and values. Originally from Leesburg, Virginia, Michelle moved to Charleston in 2019 and now calls it home. Michelle and her husband, Harrison, live in Mount Pleasant with their two daughters, Peggy and Laurel Grace. Michelle is excited to use her gifts to help grow New City Kids and see Christ's mission flourish in the Lowcountry and beyond.
Alyssa Wheeler
Administrative Director
Alyssa serves as the Administrative Director at New City Church, where she enjoys supporting the growing church community through thoughtful systems and communication. She holds an AAS in Business Administration from Penn State University and is also an artist and small business owner.
Alyssa and her husband, Matthew, moved to Charleston in 2021. They enjoy running, hiking, and traveling together. She is thankful for the opportunity to be a small part of what God is doing through the church and to help support a community where people can learn the truth of God’s Word and grow deeply in their faith.