Meadville Baptist Church

Ben wants his life to be summed up by the statement found in John 3:30, “He must increase, but I must decrease.” He strives to live his life in humble obedience that brings God the most glory. Ben’s passion for revitalization, discipleship, and missions is the driving force in how he leads the church.

While finding his call to ministry, Ben received a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry from Mississippi State University. After his call, he went on to earn a Master of Theological Studies Degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas. Ben has served in many aspects of ministry and has been around the world sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ.

Ben’s hope for the church is to make mature Disciples of Christ who then go on to make Disciples of Christ by using the simple pathway of loving God (Worship), loving people (Relationships & Unity), and loving our world (Serving & Sending).

Bro. Chuck has been Minister of Music and Church Activities at Meadville Baptist since March of 1994. He is from Itta Bena, MS. He studied instrumental and choral music at Holmes Community College and Delta State University.

He and his late wife, Carla, have 4 children and 8 grandchildren. Bro. Chuck is a gifted musician playing many instruments. He directs the adult and children's music ministry as well as oversees the senior adult ministry of Meadville Baptist.

Carrie has been the Ministry Assistant since 2016 but has been a member since childhood. She is the mother of three children, D. J., Landon, and Mia, and sings in the Sanctuary Choir.