Ministerial Staff

 

 

Pastoral Staff

Ryan Pack | Senior Pastor

Ryan became senior pastor in June of 2008. A native of Spartanburg, SC he has a BS in Business Management from Clemson University, a Masters of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and a Doctor of Ministry in Leadership from Columbia International University. Ryan is married to Heather and is the proud father of three daughters, Bailey, Ginny & Victoria and one son, Micah. Ryan has a deep love for people and a passion to see lives transformed through the power of Jesus Christ. He enjoys working out, reading, working in the yard, and spending time with family and friends.
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Wally Shamburger | Associate Pastor of Senior Adults
Wally came to First Baptist from Texas in 1978 and led the music program until 2005. He now serves as a pastor to senior adults. Wally has degrees from Baylor University and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife Marguerette have been married since 1966, have 2 children and 6 grandchildren. He enjoys traveling, coaching soccer, music and ministering.
email Wally

 


 

Administration

Steve Briggs | Associate Pastor of Administration

Steve came to FBC in 1987. He holds a BS in Business Administration from UNC-Chapel Hill, a Masters in Theology from Dallas Theological Seminary and a Masters in Religious Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and Sandy were married in 1978. They have two children, Jay and Shelley, Steve recently gave up a "20 year church softball career" in favor of getting frustrated on the golf course. He loves sharing life with Sandy - especially if it involves food, friends and travel.

email Steve

 


 

Worship Ministry

Gordon Butler | Associate Pastor of Worship
Gordon was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He met Christi in college and they were married in 1998. Gordon holds a degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He began his ministry at First Baptist in January of 2006. Gordon and Christi enjoy spending time together, music, being outdoors, working with computers and being with friends and family.
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Justin McKinney | Associate Minister of Worship
Justin is originally from Palmetto, Florida. While attending The Baptist College of Florida he met his wife, Renee. They have one daughter Arin who was born in 2006. He holds a Bachelors Degree in Music Education. Justin enjoys good music, tennis, soccer, Drum Corps, and being wrapped around his little girl's finger.
email Justin

 


 

Education

Michaela Miller | Minister of Connection
Michaela and her husband, Rich, have been members of First Baptist since December 2004. She has been on staff at FBC since 2008. Michaela and Rich have two daughters, Zhanna and Abby, who God provided through international adoption. Michaela has a Bachelors Degree in Social Work from Sam Houston State University and a Masters Degree in Christian Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
email Michaela

 


 

Children's Ministry

Marcy Wagstaff | Minister to Preschool & Children
Marcy came to FBC in May of 2000. She has a bachelor’s degree from Palm Beach Atlantic College and master’s degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Marcy and her husband James were married in 1996 and have 2 sons, Noah and Nash. Marcy enjoys gardening, music, and photography.
email Marcy

Yvette Haney | Associate Minister to Children

Yvette joined the staff at FBC in January of 2009 after 20 years with Buncombe County schools. She attends Fruitland Baptist Bible Institute with only a few courses remaining to finish her degree. She and Jeff were married in 1978. They have 3 children and one grandson. Yvette enjoys spending her free time as a “Mimi” with her grandson (Oliver) and with other family and friends. She also enjoys hiking, swimming, working out, shopping, and going to craft shows.

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Cecilia Pace | W.E.E. School Director

Cecelia and her husband Dewey are natives to Hendersonville and have been members of First Baptist since 2004. They have three children, Mitchel, Shelbi and Avery. Cecelia graduated from Berea College in ’85 with a BA in Child Development. Since then the Lord has blessed her with many opportunities to minister to young children and their families. She has been with the WEE School since ’06.

email Cecelia

 


 

Student Ministry

David Lewkowicz | Lead Student Minister

David joined the FBC staff on November 1, 2009. He was raised in Shelby and accepted Christ at age 16. He is married to Hendersonville native, DeLaina Blythe, is and a new dad to Zachary, born September 28. David has an Associate Degree in Religion and Church Ministries from Fruitland Baptist Bible Institute, a Bachelor of Science in Religion and a Master of Arts in Theology from Liberty University. David has a deep passion to see students and leaders proclaim the Gospel of Jesus to the lost and be an example to all.

email David

 


Activities & Recreation

Rob Hefner | Crosswalk & Recreation Manager

Rob has been a member of FBC since 1961 and has been on staff since 2007. He and his wife, Susanne, have been married since 1979. Rob has a Bachelors Degree in Recreation and a passion for outreach. email Rob


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