Pastor Dalton has served as an Associate Pastor of Student Ministries and Outreach at Northfield Baptist Church in Ohio for ten years. He saved me by his grace, and gave me renewed hope. It his job to prepare hearts for the preaching of God's word. Wednesday Kid's Quest/Teen Group/Adult Bible Study - 6:30 pm. 12881 Newport Ave Tustin, CA 92780 (714)544-5520. He founded a radio broadcast called "Light for Living" and was a co-founder and professor at Minot Bible Institute in Minot, ND. Zack Ward was saved at the age of 11, and was called to preach at the age of 16. 20:28) There can be no greater motivation for a servant of Christ than these words. He is involved with the individuals in the program to the point of identifying specific needs and providing support. Read More. He considers Gods blessings for being raised in church, and a godly heritage was a foundation in his youth. I get to do this from the pulpit, by preaching Gods Word every week (2 Timothy 4:2). Delinda continues her career as a nurse and has worked in the office of a local surgeon for the past 17 years. About Watch Online Give. Grow in Grace Preschool Director. He recently celebrated 50 years in the ministry. 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. SUN Morning Worship. 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. Charlie joined the staff at Grace Baptist Church in January 2008. Read More . Chris Crowley, Minister of Music Rev. Pastor Waldrop was called to preach in 1998 at Childs Memorial Baptist Church in Harriman, Tennessee. James made profession of faith at the age of 5, but over the years had doubts about his salvation. We are a Christ-centered, non-denominational, Bible-based church located in Modesto and Ceres. He and Anita have two fun-loving boys, Ethan and Zachary. . 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 Curated. He now serves as associate pastor (administration). Pastor Will served as a pastoral intern throughout the year 2022 and was ordained by the church in October of the same year. Since graduating, Pastor Jupp and Ashley have faithfully served in various ministries for over a decade across the country. Associate Pastor Nick McPheron Director of Youth Ministry Childrens Ministry is an important part of building a strong foundation of faith. Pastor and Delinda have three grown sons, all graduates of Grace Christian Academy, all married and all living in the area. Larry then decided to retire and moved to Grants Pass. Kirk has been a member at Grace Baptist Church since 1998. After several years of feeling Read More, Address: 14242 Spriggs Road | Woodbridge, VA | 22193, 14242 Spriggs Road | Woodbridge, VA | 22193. He and (540) 745-2410 Tim Perrin . from Louisiana State University in Shreveport in 1999 and my M.Div. Pastor Jeff Waldrop is the Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church. 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. 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 continued to serve in several ministries there but was later called to serve as interim pastor at Glendale Baptist Church. Originally from northwest Illinois, Pastor Ascher and his wife Delinda came to Kankakee and Grace Baptist Church in 1981. Bruce Schmidt became a follower of Christ as a young boy and has grown in his faith for over 50 years. Pastor Will served as a pastoral intern throughout the year 2022 and was ordained by the church in October of the same year. For the past eighteen years, he and his family have lived in Floyd County, Virginia establishing Grace Baptist Church. 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. Grace Harbor Church & School. I earned my B.A. About Us. 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. From that point on I have strived to grow to be more like Christ and serve Him in all I do. About Us Our Staff. Minister of Preschool & Grace Place. He entered the ministry at forty-two. Minister of Elementary & Local Missions. Everything we do is about following Jesus. Personal Testimony: God reached out to me when I was very young because He knew my heart would harden with each passing moment. Floyd, VA 24091, Sunday School - 9AM But people are the most important part of my ministry. Sunday 10:45 am . . Director of Missions. Jim leads our mid-week prayer meeting. That wasnt a hard choice, but its made all the difference in my life ever since. If I allow God to transform my heart, I will love and serve the people around me just like Jesus did. Supply Pastor. Family: Husband - Chuck; Children - Meredith, Jeremiah, Elizabeth, and Sarah, Education: Bachelor of Science in Education, Corban University. So, I accepted Christ after a Sunday School teacher explained that I was a sinner (which I knew full well, even at age 3) and that I had a choice to accept Christ as my Savior and go to heaven or reject His offer of salvation made possible on the cross and go to an eternity in hell. Staff - GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Meet Our Team Chad Dalton Lead Pastor Pastor Chad Dalton is the Lead Pastor at GBC. He began attRead More, Kirk has been a member at Grace Baptist Church since 1998. He grew up on the Southside of a small industrial town in Martinsville, Virginia. Larry and Carolyn - his wife of sixty years - started attending here at Grace and was soon asked to serve in several ministries. OUR HISTORY. Email: joey@gracebaptistgardner.com Brandon Champagne, Worship & Community Impact Pastor Brandon has been on Staff at Grace since August 2021. We were married shortly after graduation in 1990. 2023 Grace Baptist. God has established the office of elder (2 Timothy 3:14-15) to provide continuity and leadership for His Church. All Rights Reserved. Kim McGehee. Staff Grace Baptist Church. Outreach Pastor. Minister of Music Lauryn Everic, Associate Minister to Youth He was saved forty years ago and was baptized with . We are totally committed to fulfilling the Great Commission. They have also seen 4 wonderful additions to their family-4 boys named David, Micah, Jonah, and Levi. He and his wife, Maria, live in Freeland, PA with their 3 daughters and dog, Duke. Religious schools can build a community of faith without discriminating. Pastor Jeff Waldrop has an earned A.S. in Sacred Literature from Covington Theological Seminary, an earned B.A. He grew up on the Southside of a small industrial town in Martinsville, Virginia. Our Staff Get to know us. 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. Pastor Tim grew up in East Tennessee where his father worked for the Army. Personal Testimony: I accepted Christ at a VBS at my aunt and uncles Church when I was young. Education: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Corban University; Master of Management, Willamette University. Exclude from home page BNG staff. Staff | Grace Baptist Church PASTOR: DR. JEFF WALDROP Bio: Pastor Jeff Waldrop is the Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church. He. Pastor Rick Schuurmans is a native of Tyndall, South Dakota. After living in New Jersey for 18 years we recently moved back to the Midwest and currently reside in Lee's Summit. 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. Visiting; What We Believe; Staff; Contact; Giving; Sermons; Staff. James attended Valley Baptist Christian School from kindergarten through 12th grade and graduated from there in, Copyright 2023 Grace Baptist Church. He has been married to his wife Shana Waldrop since December of 1995 , and has two children Hayden Waldrop and Keiley Waldrop. After several years of feeling . Talk about your family. Staff. New Year's Day Service this Sunday | ONE Service at 10am. Stephen L. Lackey serves as Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Floyd, Virginia. I was born in Houston, Texas and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana. Kirk Horton Executive Pastor. They also have four grandsons. Curated. He served as a Bible teacher in the Academy and Mrs. Ascher worked as a nurse. 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. My beautiful wife, Kerrie, and I met in college at Rockhurst - she loved me at first sight! The law should reflect that. 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. Meet the Staff of Grace Baptist Church. He also graduated with a Master of Arts Degree in Israel Studies after studying in Israel for a year with Baptists for Israel. Pastor Chad Dalton is the Lead Pastor at GBC. Grace Baptist Church Music Minister Robert Reich Bro. The Senior Pastor has called additional lay elders from the congregation as needed. Pastor's Assistant. During that sermon, God convinced me that I was sinner and fell short of His glory (Romans 3:23). 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. What is the most important part of your Ministry? Charlie Walton. Dr. Bob Farmer has been in the ministry for over thirty years. His ministry roles have included: worship, outreach, small groups, and men's discipleship. 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. Quick Links. The first service was held in the old Cameron Patten Hotel building on Main Street in South Pittsburg,TN with 19 in attendance. 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. Legacy of Wounded Knee occupation lives on 50 years later. From a young age, Zack developed a love for music and worship among the church. He visits senior adults who maybe hospitalized and those living in Assisted Living/Skilled Nursing facilities. He sometimes says "I'm kinda, sorta . By God's grace, Curt Laughlin became a new creature in Jesus Christ at the age of 26. They are eager about the opportunity to minister to their home community once again. 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. 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. From there he served for eight years as the pastor of Maple Ridge Bible Church in Boscobel, Wisconsin. Pastor. His preaching style can be described as passionately bold and biblically energetic with a desire to see souls saved every time he preaches. Lead Pastor. 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. Pastor Tim grew up in East Tennessee where his father worked for the Army. After struggling for many years, at the age of 21, he settled those doubts and received Christ as his Savior. 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. His passion is the expository preaching of God's Word. We serve a great and glorious God that has lavished all blessings on us and we must respond with true devotion to Him in all we do. We are blessed to have someone of his caliber here at Grace. Larry & Carolyn have four children, eleven grandchildren, and a growing number of great-grandkids. However, God had other plans and led him to start a church in Shady Cove. If Im doing my job right, no one will even notice me. Pastor Waldrop was called to preach in 1998 at Childs Memorial Baptist Church in Harriman, Tennessee. . 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. degree in CommunicationsRead More, Zack grew up in Northern Virginia and graduated from Forest Park High School. Pastor Larry came to know the Lord when he was thirty years old. Senior Pastor TaMarlon T. Carter. Rev. He graduated from Bible college in 1992. (540) 331 - 8559. jmwilliams00@outlook.com. Read More . 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 We're always glad to hear from you! My life was radically changed for time and eternity by the saving power of the gospel of Jesus Christ. He has pastored churches in Minnesota and South Dakota, Chetek, Wisconsin, and now here in the Chippewa Valley. Read More. Exclude from home page BNG staff 'Holy Queer' author seeks Black church inclusion beyond . Dr. Courtney Allen Crump, Senior Pastor Rev. These are very special men and women that dedicate their lives to serving God by serving us. After beginning at Grace Life through a pastoral internship program, he joined our staff on completion of Master's degree from Dallas Theological Seminary. 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. 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. 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. This is the model seen in Titus 1:5 and Acts 14:23. 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. 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. 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. Bob is married to Jenny, and they have five children and two grandchildren. Follow Us. Staff. MISSION STATEMENT . He is now in his thirty-first year at Grace Baptist Church. Senior Pastor Name: Pierre Rosa Family: Wife - Denise; Children - Julia Blog: https://pierrerosa.wordpress.com/ It is one of the most important communities we can develop. 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 . Jim also concentrates on outreach, evangelism and ministry, for the purpose of discipling people age 55 and up. He worked in the secular world before accepting the call to the ministry in his late thirties. 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. 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. He graduated from Baptist Bible Seminary at Clarks Summit in 2014. Church Staff At Grace Baptist, we believe all members are ministers of the Church. We have two adult children, Drew and Abby, who live in Lee . They have four children, Riley, Megan, Natalie and Jackson. Spanish Service | 9am-10:45am | Conference Center, Copyright 2023 Grace Baptist Church. Before that, he was a carpenter for more than 15 years in the Hazleton area. 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. I want kids to grow up loving and serving God through the local church. (605) 941-2495. pastor@gracebaptistsf.org. Sunday Evening - Not at this Time. Read more Kevin and Laurie Graham Laurie has been our church secretary since 2011. Interim Worship Director JonMichael Weigel. If you have any questions, please contact our church office. After struggling for many years, at the age of 21, he settled those doubts and received Christ as his Savior. 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. 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. Service Times. 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. Scott Galloway. Clinton McFarland. Church Website Builder by mychurchwebsite.net. Instagram Hehasserved churches in New Mexico, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota, and now Oregon. He now serves as associate pastor (administration). The Grace Baptist congregation has grown over the years resulting in the need for larger accommodations including our present site. 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. In 1997 I married my wife Shelley and we have five children (Ian, Sophia, Aidan, Selah, and Sierra). Staff Grace Baptist Church Staff God sends just the right people to lead our church. My philosophy of ministry is simple, to preach the truth and love the people. 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. His role as worship leader includes leading corporate worship, directing the choir, coordinating special music, and organizing our special singings. He pastored at a small church in northern California for nineteen years. Thats when ministry happens. Her main role is to assist the Pastor and other ministry leaders in the daily operations of the church. What is the most important part of your ministry? They are eager about the opportunity to minister to their home community once again. * Except for All Family Sundays | 10am Services | See Events page for applicable dates and details. Tyler Smith Intern. . 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. Its easy to think that simplifying complex ideas and creating clarity through detailed policies might rank high in my ministry, and they do. Grace Baptist Church is here to share the grace of God. During those teen years, he realized he was lost, and at the age of 17, he accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior. On January 29th, 2023, Grace Baptist Church voted to hire Will Stanley as the lead pastor. Hannah McKeown. in Biblical Studies from Sterling collegRead More, Nancy comes to us from Bowling Green, KY. She received her B.S. He seeks to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ, and to help others in their faith walk. At Grace Baptist Church the role of elder is primarily filled by the Senior Pastor and certain Associate/Assistant Pastors (vocational elders). These men have dedicated themselves to faithfully shepherding the flock and following God's leading for ministry at our church. He graduated from Piedmont International University in 2009 and has been working in the vocational ministry since then. MORE. Until that day, I had been under the impression I could earn my place in heaven by good works. All Rights Reserved. Morning Worship - 10AM 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. After four years there he then started attending Solid Rock Baptist Church and was asked to serve as their administrative pastor. Being Lutheran I went through two years of confirmation but never knew the Lord until I was twenty years old. 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. They have four children, Riley, Megan, Natalie and Jackson. Laurie is married Stephen is the family and childrens pastor here at Grace. 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. They have 5 children who are all involved in ministry., Kevin Fontaine began attending a Christian school in 9th grade. From there, my devotion and church attendance were questionable until I reached High School. In 1994 he met his wife Sara at church, and they marries a year later.