Our Leadership
Meet our FCC team
Leadership Staff
MINISTERS / DIRECTORS
Stuart Jones
Senior Ministeris our Senior Minister. Stuart’s preaching style is biblical, conversational, and life-applicable. His exceptional leadership qualities and knack for inspiring fellow leaders have helped FCC navigate the waters of spiritual and numerical growth for more than a decade. He and his wife, Stacia, have a son, Camden, and daughter, Emery.
Chris Harp
Executive MinisterChris is gifted in administration and mentoring leaders. Chris says one of his most important responsibilities is to “minister to FCC’s ministers.” He helps make it a joy for all of us — staff, elders, deacons, and volunteers — to work together as a team. He and his wife, Tammy, have five sons Jacob, Joshua, Jesse, Jeremiah, and Josiah and several grandkids.
Chris Kiger
Outreach MinisterAs point-of-contact for our many mission partners — local and global — Chris helps us make a greater impact in the world. His life models FCC’s directive to “serve others.” He’s also a great teacher and loves to make people laugh. He and his wife, Angie, have four sons: Sam, David, Joe, and Ben.
Jason Fox
Communications Ministeris our Communications Minister. He is a man of many talents, and his love for the Church and his technical abilities uniquely position him to lead FCC’s ministry in the digital world. He and his wife, Emily, have three children: Stella, Vivian, and Boone.
Joseph Useni
Connections Ministerhas a love for people and a passion for helping everyone connect with Jesus and find their place within the church. As our Connections Minister, you will see him in the Commons, so say hello. Joseph is a graduate of Zimbabwe Christian College (a global missions partner of FCC) and Emmanuel Christian Seminary at Milligan University. Joseph is married to Masce, and they have three children: Simba, Ane, and Anesu.
Cooper Smith
Adult Discipleship Ministeris the newest member of our team. He first joined FCC as a Summer Intern in 2023 before completing his senior year at Johnson University, where he graduated in May 2024. Cooper knows the power of community and seeks to help everyone at FCC find their people through our Life Group ministry. Ministry runs deep in Cooper’s family. Both his father and brother are in ministry in Ohio.
Doug Mitchell
Evangelism MinisterDoug’s extensive ministry experience and long career at FCC (35+ years) are significant assets to the church. He has led the youth, shepherding, and activities ministries. Today, Doug’s greatest passion is helping new people connect with Jesus. Doug also shares something in common with Michael Jordan and Tom Brady. He made a comeback after retirement. He and his wife, Gena, have two boys, Caleb and Eli.
Nicole Wagner
Kidtown Admin & Nursery DirectorNicole is the administrator & Nursery Director for Kidtown (FCC’s Children’s Ministry) which means she is the glue that holds Kidtown together. She and her husband Bradley have three boys, Stephen, Keegan, and Kasen.
Courtney Brandenburg
Preschool Directoris a graduate of Elizabethtown Community and Technical College with a degree in Early Childhood and has dedicated her life to serving and teaching children. Courtney is married to David and they have three Children: Amelia, Ellie and Micah.
Mark Melloan
Worship DirectorMark loves worshipping God alongside skilled musicians, gifted vocalists, masterful tech specialists, and a loving congregation. He and his wife, Nicole, have four children: Jack, John, Lucy, and Sadie.
Alex King
Technical Directoris our Technical Director at FCC Etown! With a background as a prominent YouTuber, Alex brings a unique blend of creativity, innovation, and tech-savvy experience to our team. He’s passionate about using media and technology to help the message of Jesus come through with clarity and excellence each week. He and his wife, Cassie, were married in 2023.
Charles Garrett
Facilities DirectorCharlie is a mainstay at FCC. While his primary role is our Facility Director, he has been an integral part of our Tech Ministry for several years. He and his wife Rita have been married for over 35 years and members of FCC for 25. They have one son and one grandson.
April Skaggs
Director of FCC's Child Enrichment CenterApril loves relating to children and their parents and helps us create a positive environment where young people can thrive. She has two sons, Micah and Isaiah.
Katelyn Edwards
ReceptionistKatelyn grew up in Hardin County and is a graduate of North Hardin High School and Campbellsville University, where she double majored in Educational Ministry and International Studies. While she loves the local church, deep down she has a heart for global missions work.
Donna Cross
Financial ManagerDonna is in her element when she is solving problems, taking on challenges, and balancing to the penny. She enjoys the ministry of keeping FCC finances in order, and she serves with a heart to please God. She has two daughters, Morgan and Meredith.
ELDERS
Elders provide spiritual oversight, teach, shepherd, seek collective wisdom, and act as stewards of the church’s financial resources. Elders are volunteers called by God and affirmed by the church family. These men serve in three-year terms. Our currently serving elders are:
Terry Hinton
Tom Ingram
Chris Gardner
Roger Henson
Mark Hinton
Mark Land
Kenny Saltsman
Matt Towell
DEACONS
Deacons are the super-servants of the church. While all Christians are called to serve, deacons are appointed to serve with a greater level of accountability. Deacons are men with unique talents; they are appointed to accomplish important ministry objectives determined by the church leadership.