Director of Missions. This will result in my obedience to the greatest of the commandmentsLove your neighbor as yourself. (Matt. Outreach Pastor. Staff Grace Baptist Church. Ken Kirkley. He was saved forty years ago and was baptized with . Lead Pastor. God has established the office of elder (2 Timothy 3:14-15) to provide continuity and leadership for His Church. He served as a Bible teacher in the Academy and Mrs. Ascher worked as a nurse. It started when Allen Tate, then college pastor at Highland Baptist, approached Pastor John Brock about turning the church's weekly collegiate worship service, called The Well, into a church plant. By God's grace, Curt Laughlin became a new creature in Jesus Christ at the age of 26. Jim leads our mid-week prayer meeting. Philosophy of Ministry: My ministry at Grace Baptist Church is to be patterned after the words of Jesus who proclaimed that He came not to be served, but to serve. (Matt. Copyright 2019 - Grace Baptist Church | All Rights Reserved. Ministry Philosophy: The role of the youth ministry team is to challenge and equip churched kids to grow a deeper and more active relationship with Christ. kim@graceintullahoma.com. Staff Beliefs Contact Us Give Watch Watch Live Messages Daily Devotional School About Us Pricing . From a young age, Zack developed a love for music and worship among the church. Staff Grace Baptist Church Staff God sends just the right people to lead our church. Pastor Tim grew up in East Tennessee where his father worked for the Army. 241 Gallimore Lane Dr. Courtney Allen Crump, Senior Pastor Rev. Before that, he was a carpenter for more than 15 years in the Hazleton area. Kurt has a desire to see students excel in their faith and life as passionate followers of Jesus Christ. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Bible and Theology from Calvary Bible College and a Master of Science Degree in Biblical Counseling from Calvary Theological Seminary both in Kansas City, Missouri. All Rights Reserved. Grace Baptist Church Music Minister Robert Reich Bro. James attended Valley Baptist Christian School from kindergarten through 12th grade and graduated from there in, Copyright 2023 Grace Baptist Church. Minister of Preschool & Grace Place. He graduated from Piedmont International University in 2009 and has been working in the vocational ministry since then. He grew up on the Southside of a small industrial town in Martinsville, Virginia. Get Connected. (540) 331 - 8559. jmwilliams00@outlook.com. 12:28-31), Family: Wife -Natalie;Children - Paisley, Ethan, Education: Bachelor of Science in Ministry, Corban University; Master of Arts in Christian Leadership, Corban University. My life was radically changed for time and eternity by the saving power of the gospel of Jesus Christ. After four years there he then started attending Solid Rock Baptist Church and was asked to serve as their administrative pastor. He and (540) 745-2410 Robert is an Evansville native and has served as Music Minister in many churches. Bob is married to Jenny, and they have five children and two grandchildren. He and Anita have two fun-loving boys, Ethan and Zachary. MISSION STATEMENT . Kim McGehee. Family:Wife- Diane;Children- Jeff, Jay and Jill; nine grandchildren, Education:Bachelor of Arts in History, Bryan College; Master of Arts in History, University of Tennessee; Master of Arts in Political Science, Ball State University; Doctor of Arts in History, Illinois State University. He and his wife have served in many, James made profession of faith at the age of 5, but over the years had doubts about his salvation. Grace Baptist Church was established on August 23, 1970. Read More. My philosophy of ministry is simple, to preach the truth and love the people. What is the most important part of your ministry? This is the model seen in Titus 1:5 and Acts 14:23. Religious schools can build a community of faith without discriminating. (605) 941-2495. pastor@gracebaptistsf.org. Dr. Bob Farmer has been in the ministry for over thirty years. Everything we do is about following Jesus. Minister of Elementary & Local Missions. . While working as a Manager of Meat and Seafood departments at Sprouts and later Whole Foods, he received a BS in Aeronautical Engineering from Cal State Long Beach. Grow in Grace Preschool Director. Its easy to think that simplifying complex ideas and creating clarity through detailed policies might rank high in my ministry, and they do. He graduated from Baptist Bible Seminary at Clarks Summit in 2014. If you have any questions, please contact our church office. We are blessed to have someone of his caliber here at Grace. 20:28) There can be no greater motivation for a servant of Christ than these words. Read More. They have four children, Riley, Megan, Natalie and Jackson. Director of Youth Ministry Pastor's Assistant. There was, however, a distinct point in time when I knew that I had sinned and that I, personally, had need of Gods grace and forgiveness. Floyd, VA 24091, Sunday School - 9AM He Laurie has been our church secretary since 2011. Personal Testimony: I heard the gospel for the first time at the age of fifteen, when a friend invited me to a youth rally in So Paulo, in my native Brazil. Chet, Ann (married since 1977), their three daughters and his guitar came to Grace Baptist Church in 2000 and began faithfully leading us in worship shortly . All Rights Reserved. My beautiful wife, Kerrie, and I met in college at Rockhurst - she loved me at first sight! He started preaching at the age of 12 and was called to preach at 16. Chris Crowley, Minister of Music Rev. in Biblical Studies from Sterling collegRead More, Nancy comes to us from Bowling Green, KY. She received her B.S. Pastor Will served as a pastoral intern throughout the year 2022 and was ordained by the church in October of the same year. Staff | Grace Baptist Church PASTOR: DR. JEFF WALDROP Bio: Pastor Jeff Waldrop is the Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church. Bruce Schmidt became a follower of Christ as a young boy and has grown in his faith for over 50 years. I came to Jesus in repentance and faith. SUN Morning Worship. He now serves as associate pastor (administration). He continued to serve in several ministries there but was later called to serve as interim pastor at Glendale Baptist Church. Staff - GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Meet Our Team Chad Dalton Lead Pastor Pastor Chad Dalton is the Lead Pastor at GBC. Curated. Grace Baptist Church, Nashville Tennessee exists to Glorify God through Worship, Reach People through Evangelism and Missions, Accept People in Fellowship, Care for People through Ministry and Prayer and Equip People in Discipleship. His ministry roles have included: worship, outreach, small groups, and men's discipleship. * Except for All Family Sundays | 10am Services | See Events page for applicable dates and details. Pastor Waldrop was called to preach in 1998 at Childs Memorial Baptist Church in Harriman, Tennessee. It is my desire that kids grow up with the understanding that this church is, in fact, their church; that they feel a sense of ownership and responsibility and develop a true sense of joy in being a part of the church family. Sunday 10:45 am . In 1997 I married my wife Shelley and we have five children (Ian, Sophia, Aidan, Selah, and Sierra). Larry & Carolyn have four children, eleven grandchildren, and a growing number of great-grandkids. Pastor and Delinda have three grown sons, all graduates of Grace Christian Academy, all married and all living in the area. After a year or so the senior pastor moved and Larry was called to serve as interim for the next eighteen months. Meet our pastoral staff. He married Heidi in 1995. Read More. Staff. Stephen L. Lackey serves as Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Floyd, Virginia. Lauryn Everic, Associate Minister to Youth He considers Gods blessings for being raised in church, and a godly heritage was a foundation in his youth. After struggling for many years, at the age of 21, he settled those doubts and received Christ as his Savior. Ministry Philosophy: My ministry is built on a deep love for children and these foundational beliefs: I believe that the church is a community - one that is cross-generational and committed to staying together through highs and lows. Chad and his wife Stephanie (Sherman) are originally from Kankakee. Pastor Larry came to know the Lord when he was thirty years old. These are very special men and women that dedicate their lives to serving God by serving us. The two had noticed that though students from the nearby University of North Alabama were coming to The Well, many weren't plugging into the church. We are totally committed to fulfilling the Great Commission. He also graduated with a Master of Arts Degree in Israel Studies after studying in Israel for a year with Baptists for Israel. He has been active in Kids Ministry at Compass . I get to do this from the pulpit, by preaching Gods Word every week (2 Timothy 4:2). Pastor. Biblical teaching with a strong emphasis on practical application sets the standard, while prayer is the power source that keeps the ministry running. Clinton McFarland. The most important part of my ministry at Grace Baptist Church is to respond to the total needs of the people who have been entrusted to my carebe they spiritual, material, or emotional in nature. After many years of singing and evangelism, him and his wife, Hannah Ward, are tremendously grateful for the opportunity to lead the worship at Grace Baptist Church. Personal Testimony: God reached out to me when I was very young because He knew my heart would harden with each passing moment. He has pastored churches in Minnesota and South Dakota, Chetek, Wisconsin, and now here in the Chippewa Valley. Alan Berthiaume | Pastor of Adult & Family Ministries, Jared Burkholder | Pastor of Outreach & Connections, Ryan Foglesong | Pastor of Corporate Worship, Debbie Pidancet | Receptionist & Care Ministry Assistant, Jaclyn DeLong | Grace Kids Ministry Associate, Karen Harris | Assistant Nursery Director, Josh Garber | 5th & 6th Ministry Associate, Laura Miller | Student Ministries Administrative Assistant, Samantha Delgado | Women's Ministry Associate, Stephanie Foglesong | Administrative Assistant for Pastor of Equipping and Pastor of Outreach and Connections, Kayla Grill | Musical Worship Administrative Assistant, Carolina Mares | Spanish Ministries Administrative Assistant, Kim Stroh | Outreach & Connections Coordinator, Stephanie Foglesong | Administrative Assistant for Pastor of Equipping and Pastor of Outreach & Connections, Wagner Floriani | Director of Grace Counseling, Maria Cantero | Custodial & Grounds Coordinator, Glenna Panarisi | Facilities & Maintenance Coordinator, Emma Carrigan | Operations Administrative Assistant, Kristina Koehler | Grace Coffee Assistant, David Foglesong | Director of Grace Media, Sarah Bush | Assistant Director of Grace Media, Xenia Willett | Media Administrative Assistant, Cameron Hubbard | Coordinator of Digital Content, Kathleen Summer | Director of Business Administration, Rebekah Webber | Accounting and HR Assistant, connect@gracebaptist.orgPhone: (661) 296-8737Fax: (661) 296-290822833 Copper Hill Drive, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, *Sunday Services | 8:45am & 10:45am | Worship Center, Outdoor Patio Simulcast and Live Streaming. He sometimes says "I'm kinda, sorta . He. OUR HISTORY. Supply Pastor. Personal Testimony: I was raised in a Christ-centered home and cannot remember a time that I didnt know about God and the importance of following Him. From there he served for eight years as the pastor of Maple Ridge Bible Church in Boscobel, Wisconsin. from Louisiana State University in Shreveport in 1999 and my M.Div. Laurie is married Stephen is the family and childrens pastor here at Grace. He has been married to his wife Shana Waldrop since December of 1995 , and has two children Hayden Waldrop and Keiley Waldrop. I was born in Houston, Texas and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana. Read More . Meet the Staff of Grace Baptist Church. These men have dedicated themselves to faithfully shepherding the flock and following God's leading for ministry at our church. We were married shortly after graduation in 1990. However, God had other plans and led him to start a church in Shady Cove. At Grace Baptist Church the role of elder is primarily filled by the Senior Pastor and certain Associate/Assistant Pastors (vocational elders). STAFF PASTOR. Morning Worship - 10AM Ben serves as assistant pastor of Grace Life for worship and administration. Ben sees worship through the avenue of music and . He entered the ministry at forty-two. Delinda continues her career as a nurse and has worked in the office of a local surgeon for the past 17 years. He seeks to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ, and to help others in their faith walk. Originally from northwest Illinois, Pastor Ascher and his wife Delinda came to Kankakee and Grace Baptist Church in 1981. It his job to prepare hearts for the preaching of God's word. After struggling for many years, at the age of 21, he settled those doubts and received Christ as his Savior. In 1994 he met his wife Sara at church, and they marries a year later. After several years of feeling . At Grace Baptist Church we love God, We believe in Gods radical, unconditional and unwavering love for us. After three years he answered a call to Grace Bible Church in Woodbine, IL where he served for four years as pastor of the church and head of the Woodbine Christian School. Since graduating, Pastor Jupp and Ashley have faithfully served in various ministries for over a decade across the country. Jim also concentrates on outreach, evangelism and ministry, for the purpose of discipling people age 55 and up. Staff Staff Meet the Ministers Brandon Wright Lead Pastor Dow Griffin College Pastor Brad Parker Associate Pastor Ministry Leaders Jeff Moody Treasurer Brandi Bailey Children's Director Alex & Jordan Eanes Teen Directors Cheryl Wallace Office Assistant Powered by, Grace Baptist Church 1255 Hoover Rd Woodstock VA 22664. Pastor Rick Schuurmans is a native of Tyndall, South Dakota. Staff. Kirk Horton Executive Pastor. My desire for myself and the church is that we would continually grow in our fellowship with Jesus Christ, and our love towards God, always looking to the cross of reconciliation and the message of peace through the shed blood of Jesus Christ. He and his wife, Maria, live in Freeland, PA with their 3 daughters and dog, Duke. Charlie joined the staff at Grace Baptist Church in January 2008. His role as worship leader includes leading corporate worship, directing the choir, coordinating special music, and organizing our special singings. I earned my B.A. During those teen years, he realized he was lost, and at the age of 17, he accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior. If I allow God to transform my heart, I will love and serve the people around me just like Jesus did. Pastor Waldrop was called to preach in 1998 at Childs Memorial Baptist Church in Harriman, Tennessee. He saved me by his grace, and gave me renewed hope. Pastor Chad Dalton is the Lead Pastor at GBC. The law should reflect that. What is the most important part of your Ministry? degree in CommunicationsRead More, Zack grew up in Northern Virginia and graduated from Forest Park High School. Pastor Dalton has served as an Associate Pastor of Student Ministries and Outreach at Northfield Baptist Church in Ohio for ten years. Nathaniel was born and raised in Southern California and has been attending Compass Bible Church since high school. Ordained as a Baptist pastor in 1986, Chet spent 15 years in Youth Ministry, leading music and worship at many camps, retreats and churches including his home church and youth group. Visiting; What We Believe; Staff; Contact; . What is the most important part of your ministry? The Lord has graciously seen fit not only to call me to salvation in Christ but to also serve as an undershepherd of Grace Baptist Church. The church wherRead More, Ben grew up in East Tennessee before moving to Middle Tennessee for Middle and High SchoolRead More, Ethan grew up in Spokane, Washington, got his BA. Exclude from home page BNG staff. Until that day, I had been under the impression I could earn my place in heaven by good works. Spanish Service | 9am-10:45am | Conference Center, Copyright 2023 Grace Baptist Church. He worked in the secular world before accepting the call to the ministry in his late thirties.