Celebrating Brody Leach & Lucy Poston
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and He will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6

Graduation is a time to reflect, cheer, cry happy tears, and prepare for the biggest glow-up yet—adulting. And this year, we are thrilled (and a little emotional) to celebrate two of the finest teens ever to grace our halls and help stack chairs: Brody Leach and Lucy Poston.

As the Children’s Director (and lucky enough to be married to the Youth Director), I’ve had a front row seat not only to their faith and leadership, but also to their jokes, snack preferences, and incredible growth. These two are unforgettable. And NUMC family, it’s time to show them how proud we are.

Brody Leach

Fort Walton Beach High School – Class of 2025

Graduation Date: May 23
Heading to: University of Central Florida
Major: Biomedical Engineering & Physics (because he doesn’t believe in taking it easy)

Brody is the guy who never asks for recognition but deserves all of it. He’s the one quietly picking up trash after everyone leaves, moving chairs before you even realize they need moving, and asking with total sincerity, “How are you doing today?”

He has been in our youth group since 6th grade, and in that time, he’s become a true servant-leader. He’s the go-to guy in both youth and kids’ ministry, and honestly, I don’t know what we’re going to do without him. He’s mentored younger students, tutored my own child, and made a deep impact in so many quiet, faithful ways.

Brody accepted Christ at youth camp, and it shows in how he lives every single day—with humility, kindness, and zero drama. He’s the kind of teen who doesn’t need a spotlight to shine. (Though we do wish he’d let us brag on him more—so here we are.)

He’s also:

A cross-country and track star
FCA Runner of the Year (his teammates voted, not just his mom)
Representing our church at the Annual Conference
A former Trustee Committee member at church—yes, even the adults trust him

His motto?

“God’s plan, not yours.”
It’s tattooed on his heart (not literally... yet), and it’s how he lives.

Brody, we’re going to miss your quiet strength and your kind heart. UCF, you're getting one of the best. We’ll be here, keeping the chairs straight in your honor.

Lucy Poston

Navarre High School – Class of 2025

Graduation Date: May 30
Heading to: Pace University in New York City
Majoring in Business and chasing Broadway dreams (yes, both)

Lucy Poston is a whole vibe. She is sharp, bold, hilarious, and just the right amount of theatrical. If you’ve ever had a conversation with Lucy, you probably laughed, learned something, and left wanting to wear glitter.

I’ve known Lucy’s family since we moved to Florida in 2014—and they’ve become like family to us. Watching Lucy grow into the confident, capable, wise-beyond-her-years young woman she is today has been pure joy.

Lucy has:

Starred in dozens of productions (including Rock of Ages, where she stole the show)
Led Navarre’s improv troupe as President (yes, she’s that quick-witted)
Done hair, makeup, mentoring, and theatre fundraising
Been involved in student government and Sacred Heart fundraisers
Made us all laugh ‘til we cried... more than once

She’s heading to Pace University with big dreams and big plans—and we’re already predicting red carpet interviews where she says, “Well, it all started at my church in Navarre...”

Her advice for life?

“Surround yourself with people who bring out the best in you and do your best to be that person for others.”

And that’s exactly who she is.

Lucy, we’re going to miss your sass, your sparkle, and your soul. Keep shining, keep trusting God, and please remember us when you're accepting your first Tony.

Church, It’s Our Turn

These two have poured love, leadership, and laughter into our church. Now it’s our turn to return it.

Please bring a card, note, small gift, or prayer to place at their table in the lobby. We’re keeping the table up for TWO Sundays to give everyone a chance to show Lucy and Brody just how much they’re loved.

Let’s fill their arms with blessings and their hearts with encouragement. They may be heading off to new adventures, but they’ll always belong here.

Honoring Our 2025 Graduates

Praise!