Staff

Jim Johnson Jim Johnson
 Senior Pastor

 "As Senior Pastor I do pretty much everything from A to Z. - Admonish, Bury, Console, Delegate,  Encourage, Follow-up, Greet, Help, Intercede, Juggle, Kick-off, Lead, Marry, Navigate, Opine,  Preach, Quiet, Restore, Shepherd, Train, Understand, Visit, Worship, Xerox, Yield and Zig Zag  (when I see trouble coming.)"

 "One of my greater joys and passions is to lead the congregation in worship."

 


Todd Malone 
Executive Pastor 

As Executive Pastor, Todd oversees the ever-increasing administrative tasks that come with a growing congregation and church staff. He is responsible to ensure that everyone (particularly the church staff) is working together toward a common goal. Todd also directs our singles ministry with the goal of expanding our impact on this very important segment of the community.


 Craig Smith
 Associate Pastor

 As Associate Pastor of Discipleship, it is my privilege to serve the adult members of our church. My responsibilities include the development and oversight of our Sunday morning Equipping and Encouraging Classes, as well as a growing network of home based small groups that meet across the city throughout the week. I also enjoy training and developing leaders in our church to multiply these ministries.

 

 


Joe Coppinger joe
Senior Adults Pastor 

I helped to begin a senior adult ministry here at FBC four years ago and was invited to join the church staff in 2008 as Pastor to Senior Adults.  It has been an unbelievable blessing for me to serve in this capacity.       




  

 Adam McMahen
 Young Adults Pastor

 I started interning at FBC in May 2008, working with the Executive Pastor, Todd Malone. Then I moved to working with adult Christian Education, specifically focusing on young adults.

 

 

 


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Luke Kimbley 
Pastor of Gladewater Bible Church 

Luke started a ministry to teens in Gladewater called "The Underground". The ministry was so successful that a church plant was born of it. Gladewater Bible Church is where Luke is the pastor. The ministries of FBC and GBC are connected closely.

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 Ginny DeBoer
 Director of Children’s Ministries

 This is my dream job! I Teach kids from birth through 6th grade about Jesus, I sing "The Happy Song" with the kids, I train other adults to sing "The Happy Song" with the kids (pop in and worship with us sometime), I paint on the walls, I minister to families, I dream up new stuff, and I even get paid for this! (There’s nuthin’ better on this earth – besides chocolate)!

 


Chris Hopkins 
Youth Ministries Director 

My wife and I both feel that it is a joy and a privilege for me to serve on staff here at FBC. As Sr. High director I have been blessed with the opportunity to work with students in 9-12th grades. My responsibilities include leading our students to take the next step in their journey to know, love, serve, and share Christ. This is accomplished by joining in with parents as we point students to Christ through Wednesday Night small groups, Sunday Night Bible study, Pine Cove work weekends and many other events. Come join us on our journey to be more like Christ. 



Mark Auran 
Facility Manager 

As Facility Manager, my duties include but are not limited to: building maintenance, vehicle maintenance, grounds upkeep and janitorial.

We must thank Mark for his fine duties of cleanliness. Have you ever stepped into the church rest room to be knocked down by the pine-scented cleaner aroma billowing from the stall. It doesn’t happen by itself. Thank You Mark!


  Sherry Tipton
 Office Administrator

 I love working at the church, it has been over 10 years now.  Some of my jobs include overseeing the primary database, bookkeeping, meeting with vendors, supervising office volunteers, and oversight of general office operations.

One of the favorite parts of my job is getting to know all the wonderful people that I come into contact with around the church.  This is a great place to be!


 Kathy Silvertooth 
Office Assistant 

As Office Assistant, my job consists of a little bit of everything. I manage most of the desktop publishing, take care of prayer requests and facilitate the work of the different FBC ministries by providing support and resources in many different ways. I enjoy being a cheerful voice and a smiling face to those who call or come in to the FBC office, and I am always happy to help you find answers to questions you may have, or provide assistance in other practical ways. I would love the opportunity to speak with you about how Fellowship could meet YOUR needs!

  David Fisher
 Newcomer Ministries/Men’s Ministry

 My wife, Robin, and I have been attending Fellowship for 23 years.  I have been retired and on staff part-time since 2004.  You will see me out front most Sundays visiting with everyone the Lord sends our way.  I currently oversee the Newcomer’s and Men’s Ministries.  It is a blessing to serve this Body!


Jim Vance 
Missions Director 

In 1960 Jim and Ruth went to Brazil with a committment that would keep them there for 42 years. During their missionary tenure, they worked with youth, serving as home parents and teachers and administrators in a home and a school for Brazilian children. Their experience also included ministering to MK’s, camp work, conference ministry and working in the local churches. 

As Missions Director it is his privilege to work with a very capable Committee to ensure that FBC keeps on track in their strong commitment to worldwide missions and providing care for their missionaries that is second to none.


Yvette Gonzalez

 Yvette Gonzalez
 Women’s Ministry Director

 

 

 


Becky Kohn 
Receptionist 

Becky is the first person you will see when entering the office in the afternoons, and perhaps the sweetest voice you will ever hear when calling.  Becky directs anyone who visits to the place they are looking for.  She also orders supplies, and helps everyone in the office with a wide variety of jobs.