Tommy has been pastor at FBCM since December 1995. Prior to coming here, he served at Mount View Baptist Church in Trinity, AL. He has a B.S. degree in Health Systems Administration from Auburn University, and a M. Div. and Th. D. in Preaching and New Testament from New Orleans Baptist Seminary. Tommy is married to Laura, and they have three boys – Jeffrey, Bradley, and Gregory. During his free time, Tommy enjoys golf, tennis, running, fishing, and hunting. His favorite song is “Blessed Assurance.”

Tommy’s favorite verses are Matthew 22:36-40: “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law? Jesus replied: Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself. All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.” Another favorite is John 13:34-35: “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”

David has served as our Associate Pastor, Student Minister, and Minster to Senior Adults since May of 2000. In July of 2019 he transitioned from Student Ministry to Discipleship and Missions to help our church family focus on fulfilling the Great Commission.  Before coming to FBCM, he served at Calvary Baptist in New Orleans from 1981-1983, and then Highland Baptist in Meridian, MS from 1983-2000.  David and his wife Kim have 2 children, Ben (wife-Lacey) and Rebekah (husband-Jacob).  He has three grandchildren-Luke, Graham and Adalyn Grace.   He has a B.A. in History from La. Tech University and a Master of Divinity degree from New Orleans Baptist Seminary. David enjoys camping, fishing, and golf.  Among his favorite songs are “One Pure and Holy Passion” and “No longer Slaves”.

David’s life verse is found in Matthew 6:33: “But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”

Joel has been at FBCM since 2002 as our Minster of Music and Worship. He has been singing and playing guitar, bass, and keyboard in churches and bands since he was a teenager. Joel is married to Lori, and they have four girls – Logan (Seth) Beaman, Sydney (Cole) Peyton, Tessa, and Kirsten (Blake)  Moffatt. He is also blessed with beautiful grandchildren – Evelyn, Cora, Whitt,Max and Eleanor. He has a B.S. degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education and has taught 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grades for years. In his free time, Joel enjoys traveling, watching his kids play sports, and spending time at home with his family. He has too many musical favorites to mention, but he really loves Chris Tomlin, Hillsong, and Third Day.

Joel’s favorite verses are Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding; think about Him in all your ways, and He will guide you on the right paths.”

Kim, who is married to our Associate Pastor David Hutto, is currently serving as our WEE Care Director. She has a B.S. degree in Early Childhood Education from La. Tech University and has previously served at Highland Baptist Church in Meridian, MS. Kim enjoys traveling, camping, and reading.

Her favorite verse is Romans 8:28: “We know that all things work together for good to those who love God and are called according to His purpose.”

Whitney joined the FBCM staff as Financial Secretary in December 2015. She has a B.S. degree in Business Administration/Accounting from Auburn University and previously worked as an accountant for Adtran and Huntsville Hospital. She is married to Steven and they have two boys, Jacob & Colby. In her free time Whitney enjoys spending time with her family and reading.

Her favorite verses are Philippians 4:6-7-”Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

Jenda is originally from Tuscaloosa, Alabama. She moved to Hazel Green in 1998 to begin a job in Madison County Schools as the Teacher of Students who are Deaf and Hard and/or Visually Impaired. She currently teaches preschool students with development delays at Hazel Green Elementary. Jenda has served in children’s ministry in various roles over the past 12 years including Sunday School teacher, VBS director, and Children’s Worship leader. Jenda is married to Matthew Hillis. Together they have 4 children; Ryan, Clay, Emma Grace, and Scott.  She has been our Children’s Minister since May of 2016.

“The Lord gives me strength, I will sing about him” Exodus 15:2

Kathy Hopper has been our Nursery Director since 12/14/2008.  She has been married to her husband Greg since December 1979. She has two children David (wife Laura) and Kayla (husband Matt). Her hobbies are shopping, traveling and spending time with her family. Her favorite color is green.

Her favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 22:6, “Train up a child in the way he should go, And when he is old he will not depart from it.”

Claire grew up in Harvest but now lives in Madison with her husband Derek and their dog Granger. She graduated from Auburn in Marketing and worked in college ministry for a year there before getting married, moving, and becoming FBCM’s Administrative Assistant in September of 2019.  Claire enjoys listening to audio books, walking their dog, going to coffee shops, and visiting or hosting friends.

“One thing have I asked of the Lord, that will I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in his temple.” Psalm 27:4