Meet the Team
At First Baptist, we believe that ministry is a shared calling—led by people who love God, serve others, and walk humbly in community. Our team is made up of pastors, leaders, and staff who are passionate about helping others grow in faith, find belonging, and live out the love of Jesus every day.
Faith Arnold
Head Chef
Brian Broadbent
Moderator
Dave Chapman
Adult Discipleship
Benne Christian
Custodial Staff Member
Doug Clubine
Property and Finance Chair
George Coulter
Director of Operations
Declan C.
Maintenance Technician
LaTonya Dingwall
Children’s Ministry Staff
Karen Gill
Bookkeeper
The Children’s Center
Iris Goins
Deaconess
Monroe Goins
Deacon and Head of Security
Brian Kozak
Director of Contemporary Music
Carly Marino
Director of Children’s Ministry
Lydia Manuel
Education Coordinator for the Children’s Center
Betty Meyers
Associate Music Director
Jayland Peeples
Audio Technician
Jane Pernicone
Director of the Children’s Center
Travis Plats
Audio Engineer
Laura Preston
Wedding Coordinator
Peter Psarras
Band Member
Isaiah Steiner
Security Guard
Monica Steiner
Assistant Director
Demetrius Steinmetz
Band Member
Jarred Sorauf
Director of Traditional Music
David Sullivan
Video Production Engineer
Rev. Dr. Kevin VanHook, II
Senior Pastor
Michael Ward
Worship Leader
Mercedes Westbrooks-Lovelace
Custodial Staff Member
Cassandra Whatley
Facilities Supervisor
