Provisional Elders

Richard Oates
Provisional Elder
Richard is married to Christine and the father of five. He and his family reside in Gastonia, NC where he is the 3rd generation owner and operator of Oates Dairy Farm. Richard is an elected representative to the Gaston County Farmer Service Agency. He serves as an Elder at Crowders Creek ARP Church, where he has been a lifelong member. He also, serves on the Church Extension Committee for First Presbytery.