Leadership

Pastor Bill came to us in February 2024 from deep in the heart of Texas, where he served as both Pastor and Youth Pastor at several churches. He and his wife, Heather, have six children and are eager to know and serve FBC and the Eldon community. His prayer is that through faithfully preaching God's Word, we would grow in our knowledge of Christ and take the gospel to our neighbors and the nations. 

Haden
Haden is joyfully married to his wife Taylor since March of 2021 and together they have been leading the Youth since August of 2023. Haden met Taylor at Southwest Baptist University where he attended college for nursing and graduated with his degree in 2019. Together, Haden and Taylor strive to live out Christ's qualities in all that they do. Haden's desire is for the Youth to know Jesus as Lord and Savior. Haden does this by providing a Christ-centered environment, teaching Biblical truths and displaying Jesus' example through actions.

1 John 3:18-19

Haden loves to pretend that he can still keep up with the Youth when playing any competitive game and, even though his wife has all the musical talent, he can sing Happy Birthday at a top-tier level.

Taylor
Taylor came to know the Lord when she was about 6 years old. She has been a volunteer in worship ministry for about 14 years. Taylor attended School at Southwest Baptist University where she received her Bachelor’s in Social Work and Bachelor’s in Christian Studies. Taylor also attended grad school at Missouri State University where she received her Master’s in Social Work and is currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Taylor’s heart is to worship God through songs both new and old. She was raised in a church that frequently did hymns and contemporary Christian music. “The goal for worship on any given Sunday is to truly worship the Lord no matter who is playing or singing. It’s always for and about the Lord”.

Taylor enjoys helping in the youth program with her husband Haden and has a heart for teens. Taylor enjoys reading fiction and can have a good conversation about marvel movies.

Fun Facts:
(a) Taylor traveled in an indie band while in High School.
(2) Taylor can play 6 instruments.

Julie has faithfully served as Children's Ministry Director since April 2017.

Favorite verse: Jeremiah 29:11

Julie loves the biblical book of James. Her hobby is to listen to books on Audible (she uses her credit quickly and then works through the free books). Her favorite genre is Christian suspense ("I love a good mystery!") She enjoys old shows like Gunsmoke, Cheyenne, etc.

If she had written down all the funny stories and cute things kids have said and done over her years of childcare, it would for sure be a best seller!

Teresa has faithfully served as our church secretary since 1997... or through 3 Pastors, 4 Assoc. Pastors, 5 Youth Ministers/Leaders, and 4 Music Leaders.

I am a mom of 3 girls and their husbands. Grandma to 9 wonderful kids (5 boys & 4 girls).

I like to listen to Praise & Worship, Classic Country, & 70/80's soft rock.

Favorite place to be, a warm sunny beach.

Quote I would like to say to everyone:
"It's in the newsletter/bulletin, has been for 3 weeks!!!"  :)

Mark has served as our facilities manager for decades! He is a remarkable source of historical information about the campus and knows every nook and cranny of our buildings.

Little-known facts:
Mark has competed in Missouri's "Show Me Games" and is an accomplished comic book artist.