Pastor Steven Hardy: Bringing New Life to Dyer County and Beyond


Steven Hardy, is a ministry leader with many years of dedicated service as a pastor and church planter. Steven and his wife Kacee are deeply rooted in the Dyer County Community, and their personal experiences with broken homes fuel their passion for family restoration and their mission to help others discover new life in Christ. Together with their two beautiful daughters, Alexandria and Eleanor, the Hardys are committed to making a positive impact.

Responding to a clear call from God, Steven and Kacee founded New Life Church in Dyersburg, TN, in 2023. Guided by faith, prayer, and a season of fasting, God confirmed New Life and its future to them. Eagerly embracing the Great Commandment and Great Commission, they are dedicated to serving Dyer County and surrounding communities through New Life Church.

Our Team

Ashley Roark

Ashley serves as the Director of Discipleship and Outreach at New Life Church. Before stepping into full-time ministry, she enjoyed a career as a music teacher. She now brings that same passion for education into her ministry, helping people take their next steps in discovering New Life in Christ.

Outside of church, Ashley enjoys reading, studying, being outside, and watching documentaries. She has a heart for continual growth and loves inviting others along on the journey. More than anything, Ashley is passionate about walking with people in their faith and witnessing lives transformed by Jesus.

Director of Discipleship and Outreach

Devin Bagley

Worship Pastor

Devin serves as the Worship Pastor at New Life Church. He grew up in Central Illinois and has been following God’s call into worship ministry since 2020. He loves using music to help create an environment where people can encounter Jesus, worship together, and grow in their faith.

Devin and his wife, Hannah, have four kids who keep life busy, fun, and rarely quiet! When he’s not leading worship, you can usually find him playing or listening to music, playing just about any sport, working with his hands, or spending time playing with his kids.