There has been a distinguished legacy of Youth Directors who have pioneered exceptional ministry and opportunities for our young people in the Allegheny East Conference. Their dedicated efforts have profoundly advanced the gospel by empowering young people in their spiritual growth and personal development. We are forever grateful for the indelible mark they have left and the doors they have opened, paving the way for continued progress and impact.

There has been a distinguished legacy of Youth Directors who have pioneered exceptional ministry and opportunities for our young people in the Allegheny East Conference. Their dedicated efforts have profoundly advanced the gospel by empowering young people in their spiritual growth and personal development. We are forever grateful for the indelible mark they have left and the doors they have opened, paving the way for continued progress and impact.

VISIONARY YOUTH LEADERSHIP

VISIONARY YOUTH
LEADERSHIP

THE KEY TO SUCCESSFUL
LEADERSHIP IS INFLUENCE,
NOT AUTHORITY

THE KEY TO SUCCESSFUL
LEADERSHIP IS INFLUENCE,
NOT AUTHORITY

Director

DIRECTOR

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

DR. RAMONE GRIFFITH

DAESHAWN GRAY

ORIEN CLAIRMONT

Direct: 484-272-8557
Office: 610.326.4610, ext. 340
Email: rgriffith@aecsda.com

Office: 610-326-4610, ext.391
dgray@aecsda.com

Direct: 484.218.0282,
Office: 610.326.4610, ext. 336
oclairmont@aecsda.com

Dr. Griffith is a pastor, professor, husband, worship leader, singer, and lover of all things Jesus!
As the Childrens, Youth & Young Adult Director for
the conference, Dr. Griffith oversees all youth work conference-wide, supports youth ministry leaders,
sets the vision for each year, advocates for all young people in our territory, and is the leading learner for the advancement of youth. In his moments of self-care, he enjoys traveling with his wife (Cavena), baseball (NY Yankees), and spending time with his family. Dr. G, as many call him, is grateful to lead the young people of the Allegheny East Conference with his expertise
and God's guidance.

Daeshawn GRAY is a speaker, author, educator, and lover of all things Jesus! With a background in trauma-informed care and as a specialist in youth programming. As the Associate Childrens, Youth & Young Adult Director Mr. Gray supports
in overseeing the operations and goals for all 14 programs under the Youth Department and aids
in creative engagement for the young people conference-wide. In his free time, Mr. Gray enjoys hiking, thrill-seeking adventures, and adding
new countries to his list of those visited. Mr. Gray is elated to support in leading the young people
of the Allegheny East Conference!

MRS. ORIEN CLAIRMONT is a Certified Life & Children’s Coach, mother, educator, and lover of all things Jesus! With 25 years of experience in the Youth
Services field, Mrs. O brings a wealth of knowledge
in youth work and organizational structure. As the Administrative Assistant for the Youth Department,
she assists and offers thought leadership to enhance the work done for the young people of
the Allegheny East Conference. Mrs. O loves spending time with her grandchildren, adding
new purple items to her collection, and enjoying sunny weather. She cherishes having a helping
hand in the spiritual development and growth
of young people!

Director

DIRECT: 484-272-8557
Office: 610.326.4610, ext. 340
rgriffith@aecsda.com

Associate Director

Office: 610-326-4610, ext.391
dgray@aecsda.com

Administrative Assistant

Direct: 484.218.0282,
Office: 610.326.4610, ext. 336
oclairmont@aecsda.com

DR. RAMONE GRIFFITH

DAESHAWN GRAY

ORIEN CLAIRMONT

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