Troy Keaton is the founding pastor of EastLake Community Church in Moneta, Virginia, where he has served for more than two decades. Under his leadership, the church has grown into a thriving, multi-campus ministry with a clear mission to multiply believers, leaders, and churches. Troy is also deeply involved in Christian education, helping oversee Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy, which serves hundreds of students and families in the region.
A passionate communicator, Troy speaks regularly at conferences, churches, and leadership gatherings, encouraging others to live with bold faith. He is a prolific writer, known for his daily devotionals that guide readers through Scripture with practical insight and spiritual encouragement. Troy is a Directional Leader for The 6:4 Fellowship which calls pastors back to the priorities of prayer and the Word.
Troy and his late wife, Janel, have 4 grown children who have given him 10 amazing kids. Troy has experienced new mercy and He and his new bride Rachel, are enjoying life in the Smith Mountain Lake area.