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. Kurt has a desire to see students excel in their faith and life as passionate followers of Jesus Christ. We're always glad to hear from you! New Year's Day Service this Sunday | ONE Service at 10am. Before that, he was a carpenter for more than 15 years in the Hazleton area. God has established the office of elder (2 Timothy 3:14-15) to provide continuity and leadership for His Church. My beautiful wife, Kerrie, and I met in college at Rockhurst - she loved me at first sight! The church wher. Staff. * Except for All Family Sundays | 10am Services | See Events page for applicable dates and details. Church Website Builder by mychurchwebsite.net. . At Grace Baptist Church we love God, We believe in Gods radical, unconditional and unwavering love for us. Ken Kirkley. The Grace Baptist congregation has grown over the years resulting in the need for larger accommodations including our present site. Pastor Waldrop was called to preach in 1998 at Childs Memorial Baptist Church in Harriman, Tennessee. 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 Jim's ministry is to establish and maintain a Senior's Ministry Program and to bring it into harmony with the total church life. He and Anita have two fun-loving boys, Ethan and Zachary. Grace Baptist Church is here to share the grace of God. Dr. Bob Farmer has been in the ministry for over thirty years. Senior Pastor Name: Pierre Rosa Family: Wife - Denise; Children - Julia Blog: https://pierrerosa.wordpress.com/ I came to Jesus in repentance and faith. degree in CommunicationsRead More, Zack grew up in Northern Virginia and graduated from Forest Park High School. That wasnt a hard choice, but its made all the difference in my life ever since. Being Lutheran I went through two years of confirmation but never knew the Lord until I was twenty years old. Our Staff Get to know us. . 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. All Rights Reserved. Grace Baptist Church was established on August 23, 1970. in Biblical Studies from Sterling collegRead More, Nancy comes to us from Bowling Green, KY. She received her B.S. Larry then decided to retire and moved to Grants Pass. 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. Read More . Director of Missions. These are very special men and women that dedicate their lives to serving God by serving us. Bob is married to Jenny, and they have five children and two grandchildren. He entered the ministry at forty-two. Staff. Ben sees worship through the avenue of music and . Larry and Carolyn - his wife of sixty years - started attending here at Grace and was soon asked to serve in several ministries. Pastor Chad Dalton is the Lead Pastor at GBC. After living in New Jersey for 18 years we recently moved back to the Midwest and currently reside in Lee's Summit. I want our students to be introduced to life-changing Biblical truth and refine their understanding the essential components of Christianity. From there, my devotion and church attendance were questionable until I reached High School. SUN Morning Worship. Sunday 10:45 am . We have two adult children, Drew and Abby, who live in Lee . MISSION STATEMENT . Copyright 2019 - Grace Baptist Church | All Rights Reserved. Religious schools can build a community of faith without discriminating. Laurie is married Stephen is the family and childrens pastor here at Grace. Instagram . Larry and Carolyn - his wife of sixty years - started attending here at Grace and was soon asked to serve in several ministries. For the previous 17 years he has served as a full time pastor in multiple churches. Tim Perrin . It his job to prepare hearts for the preaching of God's word. Curated. 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 graduated from Baptist Bible Seminary at Clarks Summit in 2014. Pastor Will served as a pastoral intern throughout the year 2022 and was ordained by the church in October of the same year. Robert is an Evansville native and has served as Music Minister in many churches. Pastor Sparks accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior at a Christian camp when he was 7 years old. Read More. Charlie Walton. From a young age, Zack developed a love for music and worship among the church. All Rights Reserved. We are blessed to have someone of his caliber here at Grace. What is the most important part of your Ministry? He sometimes says "I'm kinda, sorta retired.". 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. However, God had other plans and led him to start a church in Shady Cove. After struggling for many years, at the age of 21, he settled those doubts and received Christ as his Savior. He also did some post-doctoral studies at Trinity Southwest University. Chris Crowley, Minister of Music Rev. Pastor's Assistant. These are very special men and women that dedicate their lives to serving God by serving us. He has been married to his wife Shana Waldrop since December of 1995 , and has two children Hayden Waldrop and Keiley Waldrop. 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 . Read more Kevin and Laurie Graham Laurie has been our church secretary since 2011. 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. Rev. Minister of Music He graduated from Piedmont International University in 2009 and has been working in the vocational ministry since then. He considers Gods blessings for being raised in church, and a godly heritage was a foundation in his youth. Staff Grace Baptist Church Staff God sends just the right people to lead our church. He saved me by his grace, and gave me renewed hope. We were married shortly after graduation in 1990. from The Masters Seminary in 2003. From there he served for eight years as the pastor of Maple Ridge Bible Church in Boscobel, Wisconsin. He has high regard for the power of the Scriptures and loves teaching them and . This will result in my obedience to the greatest of the commandmentsLove your neighbor as yourself. (Matt. After four years there he then started attending Solid Rock Baptist Church and was asked to serve as their administrative pastor. 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. Exclude from home page BNG staff. 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). The first service was held in the old Cameron Patten Hotel building on Main Street in South Pittsburg,TN with 19 in attendance. I was born in Houston, Texas and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana. If I allow God to transform my heart, I will love and serve the people around me just like Jesus did. He has pastored churches in Minnesota and South Dakota, Chetek, Wisconsin, and now here in the Chippewa Valley. Clinton McFarland. Lauryn Everic, Associate Minister to Youth Chad and his wife Stephanie (Sherman) are originally from Kankakee. Grace Harbor Church & School. If you have any questions, please contact our church office. I earned my B.A. Curated. The law should reflect that. After several years of feeling . What is the most important part of your ministry? I also get to shepherd the flock of God among us in Salem, Oregon (1 Peter 5:2). Supply Pastor. If Im doing my job right, no one will even notice me. Grow in Grace Preschool Director. 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. During those teen years, he realized he was lost, and at the age of 17, he accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior. His passion is the expository preaching of God's Word. Education: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Corban University; Master of Management, Willamette University. Read More. STAFF PASTOR. Pastor Jeff Waldrop is the Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church. Its easy to think that simplifying complex ideas and creating clarity through detailed policies might rank high in my ministry, and they do. Pastor Dalton attended Tennessee Temple University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Pastoral Studies. 20:28) There can be no greater motivation for a servant of Christ than these words. He seeks to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ, and to help others in their faith walk. Jim leads our mid-week prayer meeting. He has pastored churches in Minnesota and South Dakota, Chetek, Wisconsin, and now here in the Chippewa Valley. 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. On January 29th, 2023, Grace Baptist Church voted to hire Will Stanley as the lead pastor. Follow Us. 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. These men have dedicated themselves to faithfully shepherding the flock and following God's leading for ministry at our church. Pastor and Delinda have three grown sons, all graduates of Grace Christian Academy, all married and all living in the area. My philosophy of ministry is simple, to preach the truth and love the people. Read More. They are eager about the opportunity to minister to their home community once again. In 1994 he met his wife Sara at church, and they marries a year later. 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. Hannah McKeown. 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. 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 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. 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. 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. Get Connected. Read More. 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. He sometimes says "I'm kinda, sorta . MORE. Kurt joined the staff at Grace Baptist Church in February 2018 as the Student Pastor. 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. Staff | Grace Baptist Church PASTOR: DR. JEFF WALDROP Bio: Pastor Jeff Waldrop is the Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church. By God's grace, Curt Laughlin became a new creature in Jesus Christ at the age of 26. Jim also concentrates on outreach, evangelism and ministry, for the purpose of discipling people age 55 and up. For the past eighteen years, he and his family have lived in Floyd County, Virginia establishing Grace Baptist Church. He started preaching at the age of 12 and was called to preach at 16. 12881 Newport Ave Tustin, CA 92780 (714)544-5520. 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 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. We are totally committed to fulfilling the Great Commission. 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 He recently celebrated 50 years in the ministry. Pastor Waldrop was called to preach in 1998 at Childs Memorial Baptist Church in Harriman, Tennessee. Pastor Will served as a pastoral intern throughout the year 2022 and was ordained by the church in October of the same year. Minister of Preschool & Grace Place. Grace Baptist Church. 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In 1997 I married my wife Shelley and we have five children (Ian, Sophia, Aidan, Selah, and Sierra). Meet our pastoral staff. Interim Worship Director JonMichael Weigel. He continued to serve in several ministries there but was later called to serve as interim pastor at Glendale Baptist Church. Children are an essential part of the church and Gods kingdom. 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. 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. 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. My religious upbringing was nominal at best. He now serves as associate pastor (administration). Before that, he was a carpenter for more than 15 years in the Hazleton area. He and his wife, Maria, live in Freeland, PA with their 3 daughters and dog, Duke. Zack Ward was saved at the age of 11, and was called to preach at the age of 16. (540) 331 - 8559. jmwilliams00@outlook.com. from Louisiana State University in Shreveport in 1999 and my M.Div. Legacy of Wounded Knee occupation lives on 50 years later. 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. Staff - GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Meet Our Team Chad Dalton Lead Pastor Pastor Chad Dalton is the Lead Pastor at GBC. Quick Links. Sunday Evening - Not at this Time. kim@graceintullahoma.com. My life was radically changed for time and eternity by the saving power of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Family: Husband - Chuck; Children - Meredith, Jeremiah, Elizabeth, and Sarah, Education: Bachelor of Science in Education, Corban University. Originally from northwest Illinois, Pastor Ascher and his wife Delinda came to Kankakee and Grace Baptist Church in 1981. 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. Lead Pastor. Pastor. He is now in his thirty-first year at Grace Baptist Church. Nathaniel was born and raised in Southern California and has been attending Compass Bible Church since high school. About Us. Outreach Pastor. I believe God has put me here so that, through my efforts, youth would come to have a deeper relationship with Him. . Service Times. They have four children, Riley, Megan, Natalie and Jackson. Stephen L. Lackey serves as Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Floyd, Virginia. Senior Pastor TaMarlon T. Carter. His preaching style can be described as passionately bold and biblically energetic with a desire to see souls saved every time he preaches. Meet the Staff of Grace Baptist Church. It is one of the most important communities we can develop. They have four children, Riley, Megan, Natalie and Jackson. Thats when ministry happens. About Us Our Staff. Bruce Schmidt became a follower of Christ as a young boy and has grown in his faith for over 50 years. He pastored at a small church in northern California for nineteen years. What is the most important part of your Ministry? Kirk has been a member at Grace Baptist Church since 1998. Associate Pastor Nick McPheron Tyler Smith Intern. Floyd, VA 24091, Sunday School - 9AM He was saved forty years ago and was baptized with . Until that day, I had been under the impression I could earn my place in heaven by good works. 241 Gallimore Lane They are eager about the opportunity to minister to their home community once again. He served as a Bible teacher in the Academy and Mrs. Ascher worked as a nurse. Chad and his wife Stephanie (Sherman) are originally from Kankakee. Read More . Powered by, Grace Baptist Church 1255 Hoover Rd Woodstock VA 22664. North Spartan Baptist Association . But people are the most important part of my ministry. He continued to serve in several ministries there but was later called to serve as interim pastor at Glendale Baptist Church. Delinda continues her career as a nurse and has worked in the office of a local surgeon for the past 17 years. He married Heidi in 1995. Spanish Service | 9am-10:45am | Conference Center, Copyright 2023 Grace Baptist Church. He grew up on the Southside of a small industrial town in Martinsville, Virginia. I get to do this from the pulpit, by preaching Gods Word every week (2 Timothy 4:2). During that sermon, God convinced me that I was sinner and fell short of His glory (Romans 3:23). After several years of feeling Read More, Address: 14242 Spriggs Road | Woodbridge, VA | 22193, 14242 Spriggs Road | Woodbridge, VA | 22193. Main Campus: 2176 Walling Rd, Springfield, TN 37172 Administration Office: 2100 Park Plaza Dr, Springfield, TN 37172 Telephone: 615.384.3393 Biblical teaching with a strong emphasis on practical application sets the standard, while prayer is the power source that keeps the ministry running. Wednesday Kid's Quest/Teen Group/Adult Bible Study - 6:30 pm. Exclude from home page BNG staff. Email: joey@gracebaptistgardner.com Brandon Champagne, Worship & Community Impact Pastor Brandon has been on Staff at Grace since August 2021. Executive Pastor Courtney D. Meadow At Grace Baptist Church the role of elder is primarily filled by the Senior Pastor and certain Associate/Assistant Pastors (vocational elders). 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. 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. Pastor Jeff Waldrop has an earned A.S. in Sacred Literature from Covington Theological Seminary, an earned B.A. Talk about your family. 2023 Grace Baptist. Church Staff At Grace Baptist, we believe all members are ministers of the Church. Through God's providence, a missionary and youth pastor invested in my life to show me the glory of a life lived for God. He Laurie has been our church secretary since 2011. Kim McGehee. 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 visits senior adults who maybe hospitalized and those living in Assisted Living/Skilled Nursing facilities. He founded a radio broadcast called "Light for Living" and was a co-founder and professor at Minot Bible Institute in Minot, ND. Ben serves as assistant pastor of Grace Life for worship and administration. 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 . Scott Galloway. His ministry roles have included: worship, outreach, small groups, and men's discipleship. John Jupp attended West Coast Baptist College where he met and married his wife, Ashley. He graduated from Bible college in 1992. 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. Childrens Ministry is an important part of building a strong foundation of faith. 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. Laurie Smith. Hehasserved churches in New Mexico, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota, and now Oregon. He and (540) 745-2410 Since graduating, Pastor Jupp and Ashley have faithfully served in various ministries for over a decade across the country. From that point on I have strived to grow to be more like Christ and serve Him in all I do. Exclude from home page BNG staff 'Holy Queer' author seeks Black church inclusion beyond . 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. He. He has been active in Kids Ministry at Compass . Kirk Horton Executive Pastor. This is the model seen in Titus 1:5 and Acts 14:23. He began attRead More, Kirk has been a member at Grace Baptist Church since 1998. Minister of Elementary & Local Missions. What is the most important part of your ministry? He now serves as associate pastor (administration). 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. Her main role is to assist the Pastor and other ministry leaders in the daily operations of the church. Director of Youth Ministry He also graduated with a Master of Arts Degree in Israel Studies after studying in Israel for a year with Baptists for Israel. After struggling for many years, at the age of 21, he settled those doubts and received Christ as his Savior. 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.