Leadership

Pastor John and Janet Beddia were born and raised in Brockton and first met as teenagers at Brockton Assembly. They both attended Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida, and have been faithfully serving in ministry ever since. Married for 35 years, they are proud parents to three adult sons and their dog Coal. John served in children's and youth ministry before becoming associate pastor and was recently elected as lead pastor in 2024. 

Pastor Maxine LaGuerre has served in kids and youth ministry for over a decade with a passion to see lives changed by the power of Jesus. She has ministered throughout New England, preaching, leading, and building up the next generation. From local churches to family camp ministry, Maxine brings a deep commitment to seeing kids and teens walk in freedom and purpose. She currently leads both the Youth and Children’s ministries at BAG.

Blake started leading worship at BAG when he was 15 years old. After college He worked at several different churches over the years. Recently the Lord led him and his family back home to BAG. Blake has been Married to his wife, Cait for 5 years and they have 2 beautiful Daughters.

Pastor Brenna became a follower of Jesus at age 23 while attending New England Conservatory and has served in various ministries ever since. In addition to serving at BAG, she is also the director of the non-profit ministry Alive in Christ, serving those impacted by LGBTQ+ issues. Brenna is the author of 2 books, an ordained minister and AG missionary, and is passionate about God’s Word and the freedom that Jesus died to give. Brenna and her husband Roy have been married since 2002. They make their home in Brockton with their 3 children, 2 of which are homeschool with the third attending college near by.

Wanessa Polo grew up in the church but fully committed her life to serving the Lord in 2007. Since then, she has been faithfully involved in children’s ministry. She earned her MBA in Accounting, with a minor in Management, from Bridgewater State University and currently serves as the Church Accountant. Outside of her professional and ministry work, Wanessa is a dedicated single mother to two young men.

Keenan is a man that enjoys the ocean, hiking, and traveling around the world. He attended American University for his undergraduate studies, majoring in Business Administration and minoring in Information Systems and Technology. Keenan went on to get his Master’s Degree in Accounting from the Kogod School of Business in Washington, DC. He now resides in Brockton, MA, and works at Brockton Assembly of God with Youth, Young Adults, and Online Ministries with the Tech Team.