MEET OUR TEAM

Compassionate leaders, dedicated mentors, and faith-driven supporters—our team delivers personalized care and spiritual guidance every step of the way.

Joel & Aleta Winchester

FOUNDERS

The ministry of the Lighthouse started with Joel and Aleta in 2016. It was in a small town hall building where the Saturday night services would start. Joel always believed it was going to grow because of such a need here in Rabun county. As he continued to be faithful and pray God was at work in the background. Today God has provided property and a building where the Lighthouse Service will be held and three houses for 17 beds for men who struggle with addiction.

Jonny & Ashley York

COUNSELOR

Ashley believes God has called her into the field of addiction to help the ones who struggle. Ashley holds an associate degree in Criminal Justice and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology/Addiction and Recovery. She is certified as an anger management specialist, certified in Relapse Prevention, and currently holds a level II credential as a certified addiction counselor.

Dan & Dena Crane

DIRECTOR

Dan is the director of the sober living facility and worked in an intense residential treatment facility prior to coming to the Lighthouse. Dan has been working in the field of addiction for over thirteen years. He is a native from Rabun County and believes God has called him and his wife back home to help the one's struggling with addiction.

Greg Gipson

CASE MANAGER/COUNSELOR

Greg serves as a case manager/counselor and brings a lot to our men as he is in recovery himself and shares his experience, strength and hope with the men. Also, Greg is in the process of becoming a certified addiction counselor.

Todd & Sara Davidson

RESIDENT MANAGER

Todd Davidson is an alumni of the Lighthouse and recently joined our team. Todd is our new resident manager and has a lot to offer the men who are going through our program as he did. Todd is a Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist and a Certified Peer Support in Addictive Disease. Todd and his wife Sara are a great addition for the Lighthouse family.

Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy...."Psalms 126:5"

We are committed to providing truths to men who suffer from chemical and alcohol dependency. These truths will be taught as they relate to the most basic of life issues, assisting men in becoming aware of God's power in their lives through the Holy Spirit.

Our Vision

"When you look for me in earnest, you will find me when you seek me." Jeremiah 29:13

To enable men to understand and accept Christ's forgiveness and acceptance through the study of God's Word and the 12-Step Recovery Programs.

Our Mission Statement

Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
II Corinthians 5:17

About Us

At Freedom Ministries Lighthouse, Inc., we offer a transformative 12 month program designed to restore hope and rebuild lives. Our mission is to meet men where they are and walk with them as they heal, grow, and reintegrate into society with purpose and dignity.

In a safe, faith-centered environment, we welcome brothers, sons, husbands, and fathers who are ready to rediscover their worth. Through Christ-centered teaching and compassionate guidance, we help each man embrace Jesus Christ as the ultimate authority and Healer in their life—leading them to uncover their true identity and self-worth through Him.