Jon L. Estes - Pastor
Pastor Jon was called to be our Pastor the first Sunday in January, 2007. He is married to Pamela Estes, of Dallas, TX. Has two sons, two daughter-in-laws and four grandchildren.
Jon was raised in a Pastors home and earned his MDiv from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has pastored in NC, PA, TX and Nigeria. Although he was born in VA, he calls Dallas home.
Jon spent eight years equipping pastors and
lay-leaders FAITH Sunday School Evangelism for LifeWay. His heartbeats is for missions and evangelism as he has led our church to be "On Mission in PA (3 times), VT (1 time) and Cuba (2 times). He preaches expository messages and strives to equip the saints for the work of the ministry.
Herman Absher - Pastor to Senior Adults and Pastoral Care - Deacon
Pastor Herman began his ministry here in 2009. He is married to Joy Absher and has two children who are grown.
Herman has spent his life in ministry swerving churches throughout NC and serves here with willingness and grace.
Herman has a pastors heart and our seniors are proud to have him as their minister. Herman also serves as a deacon and brings years of insight and wisdom this able body of men.
Tommy Dendy - Chair of Deacons
Tommy grew up at Jackson Park. He has served the church in many capacities and continues to give of himself to he Lord's work. Tommy is married to Sherry and has one son who is married. He also has one grandson and a granddaughter on the way.
Tommy has for worked for Duke Energy for over 30 years and continues to to us his leadership skills there and here.
Tommy has a heart for missions and looks for opportunities to be a part of each mission trip the church offers. His service and heart