Brittney Nelson
Areas of Ministry: AMPED Jr. High, InfinitiYouth, MOR Youth, Seven and Pretty In Pink (Girls Ministry)
Saved: My best friend was a believer, and I was an atheist. She spoke into my life and shared the love of Christ. On May 22, 2003, I gave my life to Christ. I started going to Gateway the following weekend! I’ve been serving joyfully and passionately ever since!
Education: Some college … I played a year of basketball at Texas Wesleyan University! :D
Previous Lines of Work: I was the intern for Vertical (the old college ministry at Gateway) from 2006–2007. I also worked in customer service for Uline Shipping Supplies (2006–2007 ), and I worked at Haverty’s Furniture (2003–2006).
One of the Things I Find the Most Fascinating: Growing up, I never knew what I wanted to be.
FAVORITE
Books: The Bible … particularly the Book of Esther
Food: Seafood
Snack Food: Movie theater popcorn
Movies: Star Wars (Episodes I–VI)
TV Show: The Office
Musical Artists: Paramore
Time of Day: Dusk
Season: Autumn
Places in the World: Breckenridge, Colorado
Place to Pray: In my car!
Recreational Activities/Hobbies: I collect Star Wars stuff, owls, jewelry and anything PINK!
Scripture: Colossians 3:23–24
Sport: Basketball
LEAST FAVORITE
Food: Anything with curry
Snack Food: Raw carrots
Time of Day: Early-morning before the sun rises.
Season: Summer
Place in the World: Wherever the most bugs are.
Best Thing Someone Said to You: “You’re going to be a great mom someday!”
Life Motto: There is no such thing as too much pink!
My Hero: My best friend, Whitney Sparks … known to some as my “imaginary friend.”
One of My Greatest Experiences with God: … is a recurring experience. Every year at summer camp there is a moment in worship during the evening services when all you can hear is the sound of hundreds of students praising the Lord. It’s the most innocent and beautiful sound!
Most People Don’t Know This About Me: I have been a mascot two different times. In Jr. High, I was the Central Jr. High Spartan, and in High School, I was the L.D. Bell Blue Raider. I was named a National Cheerleaders Association All-American Mascot.
