Andy Manning - Lead Pastor

A native of Lafayette, Pastor Andy Manning graduated from Comeaux High School, and received his Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. After earning his Masters of Divinity in Biblical Languages from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, TX, Andy returned to Lafayette to start Church Acadiana. Today Andy lives with his wife, Lydia, and their five children in Youngsville, LA. Called to one church for a lifetime, Pastor Andy burns with the vision of a church where unchurched people love to attend.

Destiny McCart - CA Kids Director

Originally from New Orleans, Destiny McCart relocated to Lafayette after Hurricane Katrina, and currently lives in Youngsville with her husband and two sons. She has a Bachelors Degree in Marketing and Finance and has worked in the sports and cosmetic industry, but has always found her heart drawn to helping others and loving children. With a passion to grow and help others, she found her true calling at Church Acadiana as the CA Kids Director. She thrives with a heart for Jesus and for equipping families with the resources and support to lead their children to full devotion to Christ.

Terry Best - Music Director

Born and raised in Lafayette, Terry has spent his life devoted to the study of music. He began at age ten studying violin, piano and guitar. He was blessed with many opportunities such as being a part of the Lafayette youth orchestra and playing in many local bands. At age twenty he relocated to Southern California to study audio production with his Uncle, Mike Best, at SoundBest studios. After giving his life to Christ, he has worked in ministry doing live sound and television audio production. He remains filled with a desire and vision to lead others to Christ through passionate worship, and is grateful for the opportunity to lead the music program at Church Acadiana. Terry currently resides in Lafayette with his wife, Shea, and their two children.