Pastor Brian grew up in North Berwick, Maine. Upon graduating from high school, he attended college at North Greenville University in Tigerville, SC where he earned his B.A. in Intercultural Studies with a minor in Spanish. He later earned his M.Div in Missional Studies from Liberty University and is currently working on his Ph.D. in…
Rev. Scott Davis began his ministry as Associate Pastor of Music on December 11, 2017. Before coming to JHBC, he led music ministries at churches in Missouri and Iowa, and also served as Collegiate Ministries Director at the University for the Missouri Baptist Convention (SBC). He is a graduate of Truman State University (Bachelor…
Rev. Nick Smetak began his ministry as Associate Pastor of Youth Children and Families on July 7th, 2021. Before coming to us, he served as the Youth and Media Pastor of Wise Drive Baptist Church in Sumter, SC. Nick has also served with the North American Mission Board and various state conventions since his call…
Mike Bundy joined the staff in October 2021. He retired in September 2021 from Wake County Public Schools as a Senior Administrator. He has worked in Moore County Schools as the Executive Officer for Budget and Finance and Cumberland County Schools. He is a graduate of Wingate University (Bachelor of Science – Accounting, 1984) and…
Kristina Cutter began her work as an administrative assistant on August 1, 2023. Kristina received her bachelor’s degree in religion with a minor in Biblical Studies from Liberty University in 2012 and graduated with her MDiv in Apologetics and Cosmogony at Regent University in May of 2024. In her spare time, Kristina enjoys outdoor…
Joan Luellen joined the Jonesboro Heights staff in June, 2021. Joan has an extensive background as a pianist, serving in multiple churches over the years, most recently at Grace Chapel Church in Sanford. She has accompanied children’s choirs, adult choirs, and led a handbell choir.
Rev. Gilbert W. McDowell, pastor emeritus, served Jonesboro Heights Baptist Church for 28 years as pastor. He came to JHBC in 1964 from Pilot Baptist Church, Zebulon, NC. where he served from 1955-1964. From 1964 until 1992 he led the church through two building programs of the present education building and sanctuary. He served on…