Leadership

Pastor AK Robinette serves as the Lead Pastor of CrossCountry Cowboy Church, bringing a deep passion for ministry, missions, and church planting. He has served as a missionary with Assemblies of God U.S. Missions and previously with Assemblies of God World Missions, reaching communities with the message of hope and transformation.

AK studied Pastoral Ministries at Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) and Theology at Christ for the Nations Institute, equipping him for leadership and discipleship. He also holds a background in Chemical Biology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, blending academic excellence with a heart for ministry.

As the former Church Planting Director for the Tennessee Ministry Network AG, AK played a key role in training and equipping church planters, conducting Boot Camps on a national level.

However, his greatest joy has always been pastoring. Along with his wife, JoAnna, AK followed God’s call to plant CrossCountry Cowboy Church, returning to their first love, shepherding a congregation and building a community of faith.

JoAnna Robinette, a Kinston, NC native, has dedicated her life to ministry, serving in evangelism, pastoral ministry, and missions. With a heart for reaching people, she and her husband, AK, have served with both Assemblies of God U.S. and World Missions. Her leadership experience includes serving as Executive Assistant to the Superintendent, Secretary-Treasurer, and Church Planting Director for the Tennessee Ministry Network AG.
A graduate of Christ for the Nations Institute, JoAnna is deeply rooted in biblical theology and passionate about worship and guiding others in their faith journey. She and AK feel honored and privileged to be the founding pastors of CrossCountry Cowboy Church, where they strive to create a welcoming space for people to experience God’s love in a real and transformative way.
Beyond ministry, JoAnna cherishes her role as a wife, mom, and Gigi. Her love for family fuels her passion for serving others and making a lasting impact.

Joshua Robinette is a pastor, entrepreneur, and leader dedicated to both ministry and business. He serves as the Assistant Pastor of CrossCountry Cowboy Church, where he and his wife, Kimberly, played a key role in its founding and continue to be integral to its leadership. His passion for faith and service is rooted in his education at Southeastern University, where he earned a B.S. in Practical Theology and Business, equipping him for both pastoral leadership and entrepreneurial success.

Josh is a devoted husband to Kimberly and a loving father to their two children, Jacob and Julia. Whether in the church or the marketplace, he is committed to making a meaningful impact through faith, leadership, and service.

Fran was born and raised in Columbia, TN, and moved to Louisiana in 1983 to pursue ministry. She taught at Oberlin Covenant Christian School and later taught and coached girls' high school basketball and softball at Bethel Christian School in Louisiana. In 2010, Fran moved back to Tennessee with her husband, Jeff, of 41 years, to become houseparents at the Boys Ranch at Lighthouse Christian Camp in Smithville, TN, a refuge for abused and abandoned children. She also served as the Academic Success Director at the South Central Boys and Girls Club, helping guide students to academic achievement. A member of Cross Country Church since 2018, Fran is known as a master connector and teacher who loves Jesus and is passionate about caring for others and serving her community. She and Jeff have five children and 11 grandchildren, with the joy of awaiting the birth of their 12th grandchild.

Hannah McDonald is the Worship Pastor at CrossCountry Church and the Owner/Educator at Hannah McDonald Music, where she offers a fun, engaging learning experience for all ages through private voice lessons. With a passion for worship and music education, Hannah creates an environment that encourages growth in both musical skill and spiritual connection. She loves helping others discover and develop their God-given talents while leading the congregation in vibrant worship.

Born in Eastern North Carolina, Tonja grew up singing with her dad in a gospel group before moving to Tennessee to pursue a career in country music. There, she signed a record and publishing deal and later joined the Crosby Lane Folk Gospel Group. After taking time off to care for a family member, she returned to music as a singer and songwriter, traveling to churches to speak and perform while sharing her testimony. With a heart for Jesus, she is passionate about using her music to inspire and uplift others. Recently, her song “I Miss Front Porches” hit #1 on the Singing News Magazine Faith Country Chart.

Amanda Long serves as the **Next Gen Pastor at CrossCountry Church**, where she is passionate about helping children and students grow in their relationship with Jesus, discover who God has created them to be, and build a faith that will carry them through every season of life.

First and foremost, Amanda is a child of God. She is a devoted wife to her husband, Paul Long, and a proud mom to their three beautiful children. Her love for family is at the heart of her ministry, and she considers it a privilege to partner with parents as they raise the next generation to know and follow Christ.

Serving others is also an important part of the Long family's life. Each August, Amanda and her family spend two weeks serving on an annual mission trip with **Joni and Friends**, ministering to families affected by disability. This time of service reflects Amanda's heart for creating spaces where every person and every family knows they are seen, valued, loved, and welcomed.

Amanda's desire is to see the next generation encounter Jesus personally, understand their identity in Him, and become confident followers of Christ who carry their faith into their homes, schools, friendships, and communities.

Ty was born and raised in Louisiana and a graduate of YWAM, a global movement full of young people driven by a passion to know God and make Him known. She moved to Tennessee to work at Lighthouse Ministry Camp, a refuge for abused and abandoned children, where she served as Administration and Food Service Director. With a deep passion for children and sharing Jesus' love, Ty is currently the secretary for the Maury Baptist Association, supporting the Director of Missions in their ministry efforts. She is also raising a beautiful 10-year-old daughter, guiding her to become everything God has created her to be.

Monique is a creative entrepreneur, business owner, and ministry-minded leader.  Originally from Miami, Florida, Monique now calls Tennessee home with her husband, Scott. She is the proud mother of two daughters and considers her faith and family the foundation of everything she does.

Throughout her career, Monique has built and operated businesses across a variety of industries while also using her experience to help others bring their own ideas and ventures to life. Her background in branding, creative direction, marketing, and multimedia has given her the opportunity to work alongside teams and recognizable names across entertainment, music, and motorsports.

Her experience includes working with Lee Greenwood’s team in the promotion of his 40 Years of Hits celebration at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville, Alabama—a nationally televised event featuring an all-star lineup of artists—as well as creating presentation and creative materials for NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver Layne Riggs and the legendary George Jones.

Monique previously served as Director of Savannah’s Soldiers, a national 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to honoring and supporting America’s military members and their families.

Today, she owns and operates a boutique equestrian center and a collection of short-term rental properties while continuing to use her creative and business experience in new ventures and ministry. She has a passion for taking ideas from vision to reality—whether she is building a brand, creating an experience, developing a business, or serving her community.

At the heart of it all is her faith. Monique loves Jesus and strives to live with purpose, serve people well, and use every opportunity she has been given to point others toward Him.