John “Scott” Youngblood was born and raised on James Island, South Carolina. He graduated from Newberry College in 1978.  He was employed by United States Probation, Parole and Pretrial Services until his retirement in 2012 and then served as the Officer-In-Charge of the Charleston Division. He moved to McClellanville in 2011. He has a 32 year old son, a 34 year old daughter and a 2 year old granddaughter. He recently married Linda Collins in McClellanville in the chapel of New Wappetaw Presbyterian Church; both are members of New Wappetaw.

I was born in Sumter, SC where I spent my first 25 years. After a few years in Columbia, Nancy and I moved to Mount Pleasant where we lived for 36 years before moving to McClellanville in 2021. I am a lifelong Presbyterian and have been active on a number of committees (missions, finance, personnel, stewardship, building, confirmation and pastor search). I have served as deacon and elder in several churches. I look forward to serving as elder here at New Wappetaw.

Karen and her husband Lee joined NWPC in spring of 2022. She has been involved in different activities and projects since joining. She served on the AED committee and organized the training. Karen frequently serves as the liturgist, occasionally teaches Sunday school, and actively participates in the women’s circle.  She loves to study the Bible digging deeper to understand God’s plan for her and her life. Serving in the church and the community helps her draw closer to God, and she considers it an honor to serve NWPC in any capacity God desires of her.

Rut is a life-long resident of McClellanville and a graduate of McClellanville High School and Clemson University. He served in the US Air Force from 1967 – 1971 including one tour of duty in Southeast Asia. Rut grew up in New Wappetaw and has been an elder and deacon. In addition to serving as mayor, Rut owns and operates Carolina Seafood and serves on various boards and trade organizations. He and his wife Kathy are the parents of two children and have 4 grandchildren.

Bob and his wife KayB moved to McClellanville in 2007 and joined New Wappetaw. They were members of Georgetown Presbyterian for 18-20 years where Bob served as a deacon and elder. Bob, a retired custom home builder, is a father of 3 children and grandfather to 7. Bob enjoys boating, fishing, and turkey hunting and chairs the Building Committee.

Mary Scott Duke was born in Charleston and raised in Summerville, SC. She attended both Clemson University and the University of South Carolina and moved to McClellanville after her marriage to Tommy Duke in 1971. She and Tommy have three children and several grandchildren. Mary’s work career included working with Tommy’s Seafood business, teaching at Archibald Rutledge Academy, and serving as town clerk/treasurer, then Town Administrator. She retired in 2015. Mary now enjoys more time with friends and family and working with New Wappetaw Presbyterian. 

Drew has been a member of New Wappetaw since 2013.  He has headed the Men’s Group, is currently heading the Fellowship Committee, and continues to coordinate the Recycling Route as part of the Men’s community outreach.  By profession, Drew is a puppeteer. He is the founder of Grey Seal Puppets and has performed regularly on television and on stage all over the East. Drew is so honored and humbled to be asked to serve as an elder at New Wappetaw.

Kathy was born and raised in  McClellanville. She’s been married to her husband, Gilbert, for over 25 years and has 3 beautiful children: Claire, Cody, and Cade. Her other job is working as a financial center manager for Wells Fargo Bank in Mt. Pleasant, where she has been employed with the same institution for over 23 years. She is deeply honored and looks forward to serving this New Wappetaw congregation. She is thankful for this opportunity and promises to do her absolute best to uphold the duties as an elder of New Wappetaw.

Bryan Jones is a devoted member of New Wappetaw who has been actively involved in the congregation since joining by affirmation of faith with his family. Known for his outgoing and gregarious nature, Bryan has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to serving our church community. His involvement includes helping with liturgy and being a willing and reliable volunteer when called upon.  Bryan is married to Dana and they have 2 children, Ella Grace (12) and Easton (6).