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 . Laurie is married Stephen is the family and childrens pastor here at Grace. The law should reflect that. He entered the ministry at forty-two. We invite you to give us the opportunity to share what the Bible teaches about Jesus and join us on a journey toward loving God and serving others. Exclude from home page BNG staff 'Holy Queer' author seeks Black church inclusion beyond . He sometimes says "I'm kinda, sorta retired.". Hannah McKeown. Kirk has been a member at Grace Baptist Church since 1998. He founded a radio broadcast called "Light for Living" and was a co-founder and professor at Minot Bible Institute in Minot, ND. Grace Harbor Church & School. They also have four grandsons. I earned my B.A. 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. Minister of Preschool & Grace Place. The church wher. He now serves as associate pastor (administration). Meet our pastoral staff. These men have dedicated themselves to faithfully shepherding the flock and following God's leading for ministry at our church. Personal Testimony: I accepted Christ at a VBS at my aunt and uncles Church when I was young. Interim Worship Director JonMichael Weigel. Kurt joined the staff at Grace Baptist Church in February 2018 as the Student Pastor. Staff | Grace Baptist Church PASTOR: DR. JEFF WALDROP Bio: Pastor Jeff Waldrop is the Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church. His personal philosophy for ministry is: "To add value to lives by exposing them to Jesus Christ through God's Word"He loves all parts of ministry, but especially excels in, and enjoys, the personal, one-on-one of individual discipleship. 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 STAFF PASTOR. If you have any questions, please contact our church office. Pastor and Delinda have three grown sons, all graduates of Grace Christian Academy, all married and all living in the area. He sometimes says "I'm kinda, sorta . He saved me by his grace, and gave me renewed hope. Pastor Chad Dalton is the Lead Pastor at GBC. These are very special men and women that dedicate their lives to serving God by serving us. 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. He has been active in Kids Ministry at Compass . Floyd, VA 24091, Sunday School - 9AM Kirk Horton Executive Pastor. Jim leads our mid-week prayer meeting. MORE. The Lord gave him the blessing and enjoyment of having a good Pastor and friend to labor with as an Assistant Pastor in Eau Claire, WI, for the past 20 years. kim@graceintullahoma.com. Hehasserved churches in New Mexico, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota, and now Oregon. However, God had other plans and led him to start a church in Shady Cove. 241 Gallimore Lane from Louisiana State University in Shreveport in 1999 and my M.Div. Larry then decided to retire and moved to Grants Pass. He married Heidi in 1995. I want our students to be introduced to life-changing Biblical truth and refine their understanding the essential components of Christianity. We are a Christ-centered, non-denominational, Bible-based church located in Modesto and Ceres. Pastor Jeff Waldrop is the Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church. Main Campus: 2176 Walling Rd, Springfield, TN 37172 Administration Office: 2100 Park Plaza Dr, Springfield, TN 37172 Telephone: 615.384.3393 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. Church Staff - Grace Baptist Church Staff Stephen L. and Susan Lackey Pastor (540) 745-2410 Stephen L. Lackey serves as Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Floyd, Virginia. Quick Links. Pastor Dalton has served as an Associate Pastor of Student Ministries and Outreach at Northfield Baptist Church in Ohio for ten years. Grace Mission Church International is committed to making disciples for God's Kingdom both locally and in all nations, shepherding believers into disciple multipliers, in order that they may experience and be empowered to share the manifold grace of God. After struggling for many years, at the age of 21, he settled those doubts and received Christ as his Savior. from The Masters Seminary in 2003. Pastor Waldrop was called to preach in 1998 at Childs Memorial Baptist Church in Harriman, Tennessee. He. Larry and Carolyn - his wife of sixty years - started attending here at Grace and was soon asked to serve in several ministries. Ministry Philosophy: Paul told the Corinthian church that, all things must be done properly and in an orderly manner. So, my role is to make every ministry in our church successful by tending to the business and organizational mechanics of the church, making sure they run smoothly and effectively. 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. Pastor Larry came to know the Lord when he was thirty years old. Senior Pastor Name: Pierre Rosa Family: Wife - Denise; Children - Julia Blog: https://pierrerosa.wordpress.com/ 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. Lauryn Everic, Associate Minister to Youth Dr. Courtney Allen Crump, Senior Pastor Rev. Director of Missions. Pastor Jeff Waldrop has an earned A.S. in Sacred Literature from Covington Theological Seminary, an earned B.A. Spanish Service | 9am-10:45am | Conference Center, Copyright 2023 Grace Baptist Church. Kurt has a desire to see students excel in their faith and life as passionate followers of Jesus Christ. What is the most important part of your Ministry? He and Anita have two fun-loving boys, Ethan and Zachary. Stephen L. Lackey serves as Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Floyd, VA. Stephen has served in various ministries for 35 years including Bible teacher at StanleytownBaptist Academy, pastoring in Virginia and North Carolina, and worked for nearly a decade as a missionary in North East Brasil. Rev. Wednesday Kid's Quest/Teen Group/Adult Bible Study - 6:30 pm. Grace Baptist Church. Grace Baptist Church; Loc- 7100 NW 39th Ave ; Mail-9200 NW 39th Ave, Suite 130-34; Gainesville, FL 32606; 352-474-4748; prayerrequests@gracefl.net . After living in New Jersey for 18 years we recently moved back to the Midwest and currently reside in Lee's Summit. All Rights Reserved. At Grace Baptist Church we love God, We believe in Gods radical, unconditional and unwavering love for us. 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. Pastor Tim grew up in East Tennessee where his father worked for the Army. Grace Baptist Church is here to share the grace of God. He also did some post-doctoral studies at Trinity Southwest University. After several years of feeling . Until that day, I had been under the impression I could earn my place in heaven by good works. He grew up on the Southside of a small industrial town in Martinsville, Virginia. Powered by, Grace Baptist Church 1255 Hoover Rd Woodstock VA 22664. His ministry roles have included: worship, outreach, small groups, and men's discipleship. Her main role is to assist the Pastor and other ministry leaders in the daily operations of the church. (540) 331 - 8559. jmwilliams00@outlook.com. SUN Morning Worship. Follow us on Facebook; You Tube; Connect with us. This will result in my obedience to the greatest of the commandmentsLove your neighbor as yourself. (Matt. During that sermon, God convinced me that I was sinner and fell short of His glory (Romans 3:23). Education:Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies - Biblical Studies and Business Administration,San Diego Christian College;Master of Divinity,Southern California Seminary;Doctor of Ministry in Expository Preaching,Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. On January 29th, 2023, Grace Baptist Church voted to hire Will Stanley as the lead pastor. Pastor Ascher and his family returned to Kankakee and Grace Baptist Church in 1996 and he has since served as associate pastor, principal of the Academy and now as the senior pastor. He has been married to his wife Shana Waldrop since December of 1995 , and has two children Hayden Waldrop and Keiley Waldrop. 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. . Grace Baptist Church Music Minister Robert Reich Bro. By God's grace, Curt Laughlin became a new creature in Jesus Christ at the age of 26. After beginning at Grace Life through a pastoral internship program, he joined our staff on completion of Master's degree from Dallas Theological Seminary. We're always glad to hear from you! That wasnt a hard choice, but its made all the difference in my life ever since. 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. Visiting; What We Believe; Staff; Contact; . I didnt avoid the well-deserved earthly discipline that resulted from my behavior, but I am glad to say that from that day forward I have rested secure in the knowledge that the eternal price for my sin has been paid in full and I look forward to spending eternity with Christ in heaven. 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. They are eager about the opportunity to minister to their home community once again. Email: joey@gracebaptistgardner.com Brandon Champagne, Worship & Community Impact Pastor Brandon has been on Staff at Grace since August 2021. Sunday Evening - Not at this Time. Personal Testimony: God reached out to me when I was very young because He knew my heart would harden with each passing moment. Read More. He and (540) 745-2410 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. Ben serves as assistant pastor of Grace Life for worship and administration. My life was radically changed for time and eternity by the saving power of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Suzanne L. Vinson, Associate Pastor for Congregational Life Rev. 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. 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. He began attRead More, Kirk has been a member at Grace Baptist Church since 1998. Charlie Walton. Family: Husband - Chuck; Children - Meredith, Jeremiah, Elizabeth, and Sarah, Education: Bachelor of Science in Education, Corban University. 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. Curated. I came to Jesus in repentance and faith. In September of 2000 he was ordained to the ministry by Woodlawn Baptist Church of Lenoir City, when he received the call as Senior Pastor of Cornerstone Baptist church, Lenoir City, Tennessee. He served as a Bible teacher in the Academy and Mrs. Ascher worked as a nurse. degree in CommunicationsRead More, Zack grew up in Northern Virginia and graduated from Forest Park High School. Charlie joined the staff at Grace Baptist Church in January 2008. Personal Testimony: After accepting Christ as my personal Savior at the age of twelve while attending a summer Bible camp, I was nurtured in the Scriptures in my church prior to attending a three-year Bible institute which firmly grounded me in the essential biblical truths. He seeks to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ, and to help others in their faith walk. Nathaniel was born and raised in Southern California and has been attending Compass Bible Church since high school. MISSION STATEMENT . Church Website Builder by mychurchwebsite.net. . . About Us Our Staff. Pastor. It is one of the most important communities we can develop. He considers Gods blessings for being raised in church, and a godly heritage was a foundation in his youth. Exclude from home page BNG staff. They have four children, Riley, Megan, Natalie and Jackson. 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. He pastored at a small church in northern California for nineteen years. We have two adult children, Drew and Abby, who live in Lee . Larry & Carolyn have four children, eleven grandchildren, and a growing number of great-grandkids. Pastor Will served as a pastoral intern throughout the year 2022 and was ordained by the church in October of the same year. Talk about your family. He also graduated with a Master of Arts Degree in Israel Studies after studying in Israel for a year with Baptists for Israel. Read More. . Legacy of Wounded Knee occupation lives on 50 years later. Read More . At Grace Baptist Church the role of elder is primarily filled by the Senior Pastor and certain Associate/Assistant Pastors (vocational elders). New Year's Day Service this Sunday | ONE Service at 10am. Education: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Corban University; Master of Management, Willamette University. Bob is married to Jenny, and they have five children and two grandchildren. His preaching style can be described as passionately bold and biblically energetic with a desire to see souls saved every time he preaches. He was saved forty years ago and was baptized with . I also get to shepherd the flock of God among us in Salem, Oregon (1 Peter 5:2). He graduated from Bible college in 1992. We were married shortly after graduation in 1990. This is the model seen in Titus 1:5 and Acts 14:23. Minister of Elementary & Local Missions. He now serves as associate pastor (administration). Church Staff At Grace Baptist, we believe all members are ministers of the Church. 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. After struggling for many years, at the age of 21, he settled those doubts and received Christ as his Savior. Staff. It his job to prepare hearts for the preaching of God's word. After a year or so the senior pastor moved and Larry was called to serve as interim for the next eighteen months. Because every believer has been commissioned to make disciples of Christ, I am honored to equip the saints for the work of the ministry (Ephesians 4:4). He started preaching at the age of 12 and was called to preach at 16. 12881 Newport Ave Tustin, CA 92780 (714)544-5520. Delinda continues her career as a nurse and has worked in the office of a local surgeon for the past 17 years. Clinton McFarland. During many of those years, he served as the youth leader of Grace Baptist Church and as a deacon, serving as chairman for a number of years. In 1997 I married my wife Shelley and we have five children (Ian, Sophia, Aidan, Selah, and Sierra). Staff. 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. Bob is a graduate ofPacific Christian College, Christian Bible College and Seminary, Andersonville Theological Seminary, and he has earned certificates from The Olford Institute of Biblical Preaching. He has high regard for the power of the Scriptures and loves teaching them and . If I allow God to transform my heart, I will love and serve the people around me just like Jesus did. OUR HISTORY. Laurie Smith. Jim also concentrates on outreach, evangelism and ministry, for the purpose of discipling people age 55 and up. Read More. James made profession of faith at the age of 5, but over the years had doubts about his salvation. It encourages evangelism through outreach events and peer to peer evangelism designed to communicate the Gospel and the need for it to those who have never heard. He has pastored churches in Minnesota and South Dakota, Chetek, Wisconsin, and now here in the Chippewa Valley. Ben sees worship through the avenue of music and . Outreach Pastor. He continued to serve in several ministries there but was later called to serve as interim pastor at Glendale Baptist Church. He recently celebrated 50 years in the ministry. Zack Ward was saved at the age of 11, and was called to preach at the age of 16. He and his wife, Maria, live in Freeland, PA with their 3 daughters and dog, Duke. Pastor Waldrop was called to preach in 1998 at Childs Memorial Baptist Church in Harriman, Tennessee. Scott Galloway. 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. Dr. Bob Farmer has been in the ministry for over thirty years. Kim McGehee. Originally from northwest Illinois, Pastor Ascher and his wife Delinda came to Kankakee and Grace Baptist Church in 1981. He is involved with the individuals in the program to the point of identifying specific needs and providing support. Follow Us. Morning Worship - 10AM Larry and Carolyn - his wife of sixty years - started attending here at Grace and was soon asked to serve in several ministries. Thats when ministry happens. Director of Youth Ministry Grace Baptist Church | Staff Our Pastor Bruce Schmidt became a follower of Christ as a young boy and has grown in his faith for over 50 years. These are very special men and women that dedicate their lives to serving God by serving us. For the past eighteen years, he and his family have lived in Floyd County, Virginia establishing Grace Baptist Church. I get to do this from the pulpit, by preaching Gods Word every week (2 Timothy 4:2). Pastor's Assistant. 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. Tyler Smith Intern. Sunday 10:45 am . I was born in Houston, Texas and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana. Exclude from home page BNG staff. Our Staff Get to know us. We are blessed to have someone of his caliber here at Grace. Chad and his wife Stephanie (Sherman) are originally from Kankakee. He Laurie has been our church secretary since 2011. If Im successful, there should be a clear understanding of how we are effectively accomplishing our God-given mission within the constraints of our temporal world. If Im doing my job right, no one will even notice me. Copyright 2019 - Grace Baptist Church | All Rights Reserved. What is the most important part of your ministry? His role as worship leader includes leading corporate worship, directing the choir, coordinating special music, and organizing our special singings. Its easy to think that simplifying complex ideas and creating clarity through detailed policies might rank high in my ministry, and they do. Read more Kevin and Laurie Graham Laurie has been our church secretary since 2011. Chris Crowley, Minister of Music Rev. About Watch Online Give. We are totally committed to fulfilling the Great Commission. Pastor Rick Schuurmans is a native of Tyndall, South Dakota. From there he served for eight years as the pastor of Maple Ridge Bible Church in Boscobel, Wisconsin. Pastor Waldrop has been Interim Pastor and Senior Pastor of 5 Baptist churches before he was called to be Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church in December of 2008. I want kids to grow up loving and serving God through the local church. 20:28) There can be no greater motivation for a servant of Christ than these words. He worked in the secular world before accepting the call to the ministry in his late thirties. Grow in Grace Preschool Director. Visiting; What We Believe; Staff; Contact; Giving; Sermons; Staff. My deepest prayer for my family is that we would be a distinctively Christian family in which we all worship the triune God rightly, and that our lives would exhibit the grace and compassion of Jesus Christ. Get Connected. His passion is the expository preaching of God's Word. Robert is an Evansville native and has served as Music Minister in many churches. They have also seen 4 wonderful additions to their family-4 boys named David, Micah, Jonah, and Levi. Bruce Schmidt became a follower of Christ as a young boy and has grown in his faith for over 50 years. My most oft repeated prayer regarding ministry is that the Lord would enable me to faithfully fulfill what He has called me to do in shepherding the flock and thereby magnify the name of Christ. . Tim Perrin . Read More. My beautiful wife, Kerrie, and I met in college at Rockhurst - she loved me at first sight! For the previous 17 years he has served as a full time pastor in multiple churches. But people are the most important part of my ministry. Church Staff Rick McDonald Elder Don and Becki Hanley Worship Leaders Paul and Jennifer Grayson Children's Ministry Charles Haley & John Mullins Audio / Visual James Meek Treasuer Michael Bottoms Youth Ministry Contact Us 5550 S Lakeshore Dr Shreveport, LA 71119 Phone: 318-510-0763 Grace Baptist Church They are eager about the opportunity to minister to their home community once again. My philosophy of ministry is simple, to preach the truth and love the people. The first service was held in the old Cameron Patten Hotel building on Main Street in South Pittsburg,TN with 19 in attendance. He continued to serve in several ministries there but was later called to serve as interim pastor at Glendale Baptist Church. Now, here at Grace Baptist Church, my family and I have been remarkably refreshed and blessed by this body of believers. Pastor Tim grew up in East Tennessee where his father worked for the Army. When I was 5 years old, hiding in a closet and hoping to avoid the consequences of my recent actions, I prayed the sinners prayer - confessing my need for salvation (both eternal and temporal) and asking Jesus to be the Lord of my life. What is the most important part of your ministry? After four years there he then started attending Solid Rock Baptist Church and was asked to serve as their administrative pastor. 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. Associate Pastor Nick McPheron Pastor Jim's ministry is to establish and maintain a Senior's Ministry Program and to bring it into harmony with the total church life. They have 5 children who are all involved in ministry., Kevin Fontaine began attending a Christian school in 9th grade. James attended Valley Baptist Christian School from kindergarten through 12th grade and graduated from there in, Copyright 2023 Grace Baptist Church. Our ministry is most successful when we work hand in hand with families (whenever possible) and come alongside parents with encouragement, guidance, and support. They have four children, Riley, Megan, Natalie and Jackson. He visits senior adults who maybe hospitalized and those living in Assisted Living/Skilled Nursing facilities. Supply Pastor. Stephen L. Lackey serves as Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Floyd, Virginia. About Us. Through God's providence, a missionary and youth pastor invested in my life to show me the glory of a life lived for God. 2023 Grace Baptist. He graduated from Baptist Bible Seminary at Clarks Summit in 2014. What is the most important part of your Ministry? He seeks to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ, and to help others in their faith walk. Since graduating, Pastor Jupp and Ashley have faithfully served in various ministries for over a decade across the country. From a young age, Zack developed a love for music and worship among the church. in Theology from Andersonville Theological Seminary, and an earned Master's of Theology - Th.M from Andersonville Theological Seminary, and holds an earned a Doctor of Theology - Th.D from Andersonville Theological Seminary. Instagram Everything we do is about following Jesus. My religious upbringing was nominal at best. Meet the Staff of Grace Baptist Church.