Leadership

Pastor Seth has served in vocational ministry for over 28 years. After serving as a bi-vocational student minister in his hometown of Hatton, AL for six years, he joined our staff as Associate Pastor of Students and Education in 2004. He became our pastor in April of 2009. He holds a Bachelors Degree in Nursing from the University of North Alabama (2000), as well as a Master of Divinity (2008), a Doctor of Ministry in Evangelistic Church Growth (2017), and a Post Doctoral Certificate in Pastoral Ministries (2023), all from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He is a devoted father to his three sons, Avery, Owen, and Graham.

Jonathan has served in local church ministry for over 30 years, including 24 years on staff at FBCCH. He holds a B.S. in Commercial Music from the University of North Alabama (1999) and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Applied Ministry (Worship Studies and Church in the Digital Age) through Liberty University's John W. Rawlings School of Divinity, with an expected graduation in May 2028. In the mid-1990s, Jonathan traveled nationally, playing keys and singing baritone with the Southern Gospel group and Welcome Home (a division of Homeland Records, Nashville, TN) recording artist, The Voyagers. Today, he brings that rich musical heritage and deep heart for worship to our team. Jonathan is married to Gina, and they are proud parents of Grey, Ellyn, and Madelyn.

Joey was born and raised in Bartlett, Tennessee, a suburb of Memphis. He holds a Bachelors Degree in Public Relations from the University of Memphis (2005) and a Master of Arts in Christian Education at Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary (2009). Joey has served in ministry for over 20 years, having previously served as Youth Pastor in Brighton, Tennessee. He joined our staff in March of 2019 and has served as our Associate Pastor of Students and Families during his time at FBCCH. While attending seminary, Joey met his wife Traci, and they married in 2010.

Karly grew up in the Colbert Heights community and had been a member serving at FBCCH for over 10 years before coming onto our staff as an Administrative Ministry Assistant in 2024. She holds a Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management from Athens State University (2023), a Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling from Liberty University (2025), and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling from Liberty University. She is married to Adam and is a mom of two boys, Langston and Linc.

Kasey taught elementary school for 20 years at Hatton Elementary School in Lawrence County, where she lives. After feeling led to retire early from education in May 2025, God called her into children’s ministry, and she joined the FBCCH staff in April 2026. She holds a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education from Athens State University (2003) and a Masters Degree in Elementary Education from the University of West Alabama (2019). She is currently pursuing a Master of Religious Education from Liberty University. Kasey and her husband, Jeff, have five children: Hayden, Kyle, Emerson, Landen, and Julius (Juju).

Amanda has 20 years of childcare experience and holds a certificate in Early Childhood Development. She has served on staff with our children’s ministry in some capacity since 2018. Her roles have included Children’s Minister and daycare billing. In 2025, she established the Tiny Chapel, where she leads and coordinates ministry for children and families. She has a heart for serving children and a passion for sharing the love of Jesus. Amanda is married to Michael and is a mom to three boys, Andrew, Brayden, and Cason. Together, they reside in Russellville, AL.

Sam has served as Men's Ministry Director at FBCCH since 2023. He is a journeyman lineman at Sheffield Utilities. He is currently pursuing an Associate of Arts in Christian Ministry through Leavell College at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He adores his wife, Madalan, and their two daughters, Eyla and Everly. Sam is passionate about men's discipleship and challenging men to become who they are meant to be in Christ, and enjoys preaching when opportunities arise.

Madalan has served as Women's Ministry Director at FBCCH since 2023. She received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Alabama and works part-time with Enhabit Hospice. She will finish a Master of Arts in Ministry to Women from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in 2027. She deeply values family. She is a wife to Sam and a mom to Eyla and Everly. Madalan is passionate about seeing women grow in Christ through teaching His Word and hands-on discipleship.

Becky is originally from Ardmore, Alabama. Becky and her husband, Logan, married in 2023. They have a daughter, Leah, and are joyfully expecting their second child, Silas. She joined the staff at FBCCH in June 2025 as the Financial Ministry Assistant. She is grateful for the opportunity to use her gifts and skills to serve the Lord, support the church, and help ministries thrive behind the scenes. Becky and her family are currently members at Faith Baptist Church in Moulton, AL where Logan serves as the associate pastor in student ministries.

Suzan has lived in the Colbert Heights community her whole life and, after graduating from Colbert Heights High School, chose to stay and give back to the community she loves. Suzan joined our staff at FBCCH in 2026 and considers it a true blessing and privilege to serve her church family, whom she loves dearly. Suzan is married to her husband, James. They have a big, beautiful family: Jesse, Tamara, CJ, Aydrienne, Belle, Jordan, Austin, and Tristan. She is also a proud "MeMe" to her granddaughter, Remington.

Born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri, Donna began  attending First Baptist Church Colbert Heights in March 1999. Over the years, she has served faithfully in many areas of ministry including teaching Sunday School, leading in our kids ministry, and serving through the homebound ministry. In March 2025, she joined our staff at FBCCH, continuing her passion for serving the Church and its members. Donna, her husband, and two children have lived in our community for nearly 30 years.

Pastor Steve brings 50 years of ministry experience to our church staff. He has served churches in numerous roles throughout his ministry, including senior pastor, interim pastor, student pastor, and education pastor. He is married to Tina. They have three sons (one of whom is our Senior Pastor) and 7 grandchildren.

Kasey has been a member of FBCCH since 2012 and has been serving in many different volunteer roles since that time. Kasey holds a Bachelor of Science in Social Work degree from the University of North Alabama (2002). She faithfully serves FBCCH by volunteering weekly to prepare printed and online publications for Sunday services, answer member phone calls, and so much more.