Church Staff

Mark Cagle
Pastor

Born & raised in Baldwyn MS.

Personal – Married my high-school sweetheart Kim Wallis Cagle, We have two active energetic sons, Mason (1998) and Bryce (2001).

Education – Mid-America Baptist Theological, Union University

What interest you – serving my Lord, locally and on mission experiences, hunting (almost all types) fishing, camping and most anything out-doors. I love to use common interest that I share with others to introduce them to Christ.

Movies/television
Action movies/ TV series, something where things get blown up and cars go really fast. I also enjoyed Flywheel, Facing the Giants, Fireproof, and The Grace Card.

David Hancock
Music Minister

Native of  Mtn. Grove, MO.

Personal – I have been involved in music for as long as I can remember and love it!  Throughout Middle School, High School, and College, I was always involved in Choir, Band, and Drama.  I now enjoy taking my knowledge of music and sharing it with others.
I also work part-time at JMCGH as a Media Specialist.

Interests – I enjoy spending time with family and friends, cooking, traveling, running, reading, continuing my music education, and striving to serve God through all that I do.

Education – B.Mus. in Vocal Performance, Union University

Ryan Byrd  
Minister to Students  

Personal – I am married to Emily Byrd. We have been married since March 2010. I am from Martin, Tennessee. I attended Westview High School, where I played basketball and graduated in 2004. I am a 2009 graduate of UTM (Bachelor of Science in University Studies) with intentions of attending seminary in the future.  I am passionate about seeing students come together, grow in their walk with Jesus and be consistent in that walk. 

Interests - I enjoy hanging out with Emily, I like all sports but love playing/coaching basketball. I also enjoy eating, watching Kentucky basketball, cooking, hanging out with students, and traveling.

My Favorites – Jesus, Emily and other family, Kentucky Basketball, Food, 24, Suspense and Action Movies, and Snickers 

Elaine Dawson
Administrative Assistant to the Pastor

Born and raised in Modesto California (West Coast “gal”)

Personal – I have been Married for 24 years to my wonderful husband John Dawson, and we have two boys Justin 22 and Michael 19 both in College, we could never be more proud of the two of them.

Education – B.S. in Education with a minor in Psychology

Interest - Traveling