10/13/2026
October is Pastor Appreciation Month, and at Harvest Church we want to take time to honor two men whose faithfulness, service, and love for this church have made a lasting impact.
First, we honor our Lead Pastor and revitalizer, Pastor J Taylor Choate.
Pastor Taylor and his family came to Hull-Daisetta in 2022 with a burden to see First Assembly of God revitalized and renewed. Looking back over these past five years, we are simply amazed by all that God has done. Today, we are Harvest Church, and the faithfulness of God has been evident every step of the way.
Pastor Taylor serves with passion, consistency, and a genuine love for people. He shows up early, stays late, answers calls, responds to needs, prays with those who are hurting, and faithfully preaches the Word of God. From mowing the lawn and overseeing facility renovations to laying hands on the sick and casting vision for the future, he has never been afraid to do whatever the moment requires.
We are deeply grateful for the Choate family and for the faith, sacrifice, and vision they carried into this community. They were willing to see what others could not yet see and believe God for what had not yet happened. Harvest Church is stronger today because they said yes.
We also want to honor a very special friend and servant of Harvest Church, Randall Zernial.
While Randall does not carry the title of “Pastor” at Harvest, there is no question that he carries a pastor’s heart for this church and its people. He has faithfully served in children’s ministry, event planning, behind-the-scenes support, and just about everything in between.
What many people may never see is how consistently Randall makes himself available to Pastor Taylor and to Harvest Church. When there is a need, he is willing. When there is work to be done, he shows up. When someone needs encouragement, support, or care, Randall is often there quietly serving without looking for recognition.
This month, we honor both of these men for their faithfulness to the Lord and their devotion to His Church.
Thank you, Pastor Taylor and Randall, for serving with humility, consistency, and love. Harvest Church is blessed by your lives, your leadership, and your example.