Chad Keck is in his fourteenth year of ministry and has served in Tennessee, Texas and Florida prior to being called as Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church of Kettering. He holds a bachelor's degree from Oklahoma Baptist University and in 2009 he earned a Doctorate of Educational Ministry from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has been married to Candace since 2001 and is blessed with two children. Chad's passion is to preach the Word, Equip the people and mobilize the church for missions and ministry.

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Larry Nichols is in his eighteenth year of music and worship ministry and has served churches in Kentucky, Ohio, Florida and North Carolina. Larry holds a bachelor's degree in vocal performance from Berea College. He is married to Angela, and they have five sons. He is the youngest son of Arthur and Sharon Nichols, who also are  members of the FBK family. Larry's desire is that he lead music out of a lifestyle of worship as he helps other believers reach their fullest potential in presenting their offerings of worship before God.

Contact Larry via email and stop by the Worship Team page here.

Pastor Nick has been on staff at FBK since July of 1999 ministering to the needs of our students. He graduated from Cumberland College in Williamsburg, Ky., with a major in religion and minor in speech and communications. Nick has been pursuing his master's degree from Southern Theological Seminary on a part-time basis. He has served in student minstry for more than 22 years.

He is happily married to Marki and together they have two daughters, Abby and Carly.

Pastor Nick feels the students are a priority at FBK.  He works to equip them with the skills necessary to develop a vibrant and intimate relationship with Jesus Christ.  Activities include "wild and crazy" events, ongoing mission service opportunities, weekly student led worship, and small group Bible study.  The goal is to teach that they are to become the hands and feet of Jesus Christ, wherever they go.

Nick is also proficient in American Sign Language and has a NAD Level 5 Certification.  He uses this skill to interpret for the deaf who attend FBK and help minister to their needs. Pastor Nick is also available as needed to assist in pastoral situations in the surrounding community.

Contact Nick via email or view the student's page here.

Pastor Matt loves the Lord and people.  The kingdom of God is where we are to invest our time, talents and treasures.  Life is too beautiful and precious not to work on somethig that will last forever into eternity.  Therefore, Matt likes to grow disciples, serve the Church, and help promote people to Heaven.

Matt is married to his wife (Terri) for more than 20 years.  Together, they have two boys: James (14) and Joshua (12) - teenagers!  In his spare time, the family likes camping, boating, hiking, fishing, riding ATVs, and traveling.  He has a thing for running farm tractors.  However, fishing is his favorite form of relaxation.  Be mindful when standing on Matt's right as he is unable to see from his right eye.

Pastor Matt has a real heart for those 55 and older - the Classics.  He calls them the "Classics" because they are much like a classic car; more precious, valuable and sought after as they age.  Are you a Classic?  Get involved and become a part of the Classics ministry.  It includes: service, events, travel, Bible study, luncheons and dinners, guest speakers, plays/dramas, visiting others, eating right and wellness, humor, enjoying God's creation, mission trips, topical classes of interest, and even vacation together for a week each year.  Today is the beginning of becoming a Classic Christian!

Matt is responsible for the administration of the church.  Things like: accounting, finance, supervision of support staff, planning, capital campaign, giving/counting/contribution tax statements, checks and payroll, facilitation of church cabinet and business meetings, operating budget, serves on the visionary council, and oversees the senior leadership of building and grounds personnel and operations.

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Reverend Tony Blanchard ~ Pastor to Children & Families

Tony Blanchard gave up his career as a Machinist to serve in full-time ministry.He has served in many areas of ministry in a part-time capacity for the last seventeen years. Tony spent 4 years as an Airborne paratrooper for the 82nd Airborne Division at Ft. Bragg, NC. Tony currently serves as a Chaplain for the Army Reserves. His desire is to see all children come to know Jesus as Lord and Savior.  Tony is married to Brenda, who also helps with children's ministries. They have one son, James who is in college. His favorite hobbies are spending time with his family and riding his motorcycle.

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Steve and Edie Cline serve FBK as a husband-wife team. Steve manages the facilities, and Edie works as custodian. Together they often cater meals for special events, luncheons and dinners. Even though they spend many of their work hours together, Steve loves spending his off hours with Edie, too. His favorite Bible verse is Ephesians 5:25: "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her." The couple met in the Navy in the newborn nursery.

Contact Steve & Edie via email.

Freda McKinney assists in our musical worship. Equipped with a BME degree from Ouachita Baptist University, she has taught music in several schools. She also has her own music studio, where she teaches private piano lessons as well as music classes for ages 3 through adult and serves as a vocal coach. She previously served as pianist for churches in Florida and Virginia and has been involved in children's choirs, hand bell and drama ministries. She takes Psalm 33:3 to heart: "Sing to him a new song; play skillfully, and shout for joy." Freda loves to ride her bike and watch her husband David play golf. The McKinneys have two children--and one daughter-in-law. 

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Sheila supports the Pastors in various areas of ministry, including music, missions, children and students. Previous to this position, she spent many years in sales, marketing and customer service in the hospitality and personnel industries. She also counts it a privilege to have been a stay at home mom to her three daughters.

Sheila has been a member of FBK for over ten years, during which time she has served in many capacities such as MOPS Coordinator and Sunday school teacher. She has also been busily involved in Children and Student Ministries. Sheila has been married to her husband, Allen, for over twenty years. Sheila feels her church family has walked with her through several seasons in her life. She considers it a joy to serve her church and its pastors. 

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Beth Hendricks serves as our Office Coordinator. She designs the bulletin, maintains Sunday School records, and helps with other ministry needs. She is married to, David who teaches the 6th grade boys SS and he loves remodeling. They enjoy helping with VBS , Student, and Angel Food Ministries. In their spare time, they enjoy spending time with their son Josh and their dogs, cats & horse (Beau).

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