MEET THE FBC PARIS STAFF

MINISTRY STAFF

  • Dr. Trent Bullock

    Senior Pastor

    Dr. Trent Bullock began serving as Senior Pastor at FBC February 9, 2009. He is a graduate of Union University (B.A., 1988), New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (MDiv., 1991) and Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (DMin., 2006). Prior to coming to Paris, Bro. Trent served as Pastor of First Baptist Church in Halls, Tenn., (1998-2009) and as Associate Pastor/Minister of Education at First Baptist Church in Dresden, Tenn., (1991-98). He and his wife, Lori, have two adult daughters, Meredith and Megan. His hobbies include spending time with his family, working in the yard and watching sports (especially Kentucky Wildcat basketball). 

    Bro. Trent can be reached by email at tbullock@fbcparis.org

  • Rev. Todd Henson

    Executive Pastor

    Rev. Todd Henson began his ministry at FBC Paris on August 1, 2018. Bro. Todd received a Bachelor of Science degree from Murray State University in 1990 in the area of Occupational Safety & Health, and worked for 25+ years as a Sr. Safety Engineer/Manager. Bro. Todd surrendered to the Lord's call to ministry in March 2016 during a Life Action Revival at FBC Paris and is currently attending Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY. He and his wife, Kelly, were married at FBC Paris in 1990 and Bro. Todd became a member on April 11, 1993, where he has served in various ministries. Bro. Todd and Kelly have two children, Katie and Kyle. In his free time, Bro. Todd enjoys spending time outdoors, hunting, fishing, boating and playing sports.  

    Bro. Todd can be reached by email at thenson@fbcparis.org.

  • Rev. Jeremy O'Neal

    Minister of Worship & Music

    Rev. Jeremy O'Neal began his ministry at First Baptist Church on February 26, 2018. Bro Jeremy previously served at First Missionary Baptist Church in Benton, KY (1999-2003), Springhill Baptist Church in Paris, TN (2003-2010), and First Baptist Church in Covington, TN (2011-2018). Before surrendering his life to full-time vocational ministry, Bro Jeremy taught choral music in the classroom. He taught at Inman Middle School and Henry County High School in Paris, TN, at Wm J. Brennan High School in San Antonio, TX, and at Tipton Christian Academy in Covington, TN. Bro Jeremy holds Bachelor (2002) and Master (2006) of Music Education degrees from Murray State University. He and his wife, Lauren, have three children, Shannon, Katelyn and Aiden. In his free time, Bro Jeremy enjoys working in the yard, playing golf, basketball, tennis and fishing. 

    Bro. Jeremy can be reached by email at joneal@fbcparis.org.

  • Dr. Ken Schultz

    Associate Pastor of Biblical Counseling

    Dr. Kenneth J Schultz serves as the Associate Pastor of Biblical Counseling. Prior to following God’s call to FBC Paris, Pastor Ken served as the Lead Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Randolph, NY for ten years. He is a seasoned counselor who enjoys teaching and training others towards excellence in biblical counseling. Serving the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors as a Fellow, he grades exams and supervises people towards certification. Pastor Ken earned his MDiv from Baptist Bible Seminary of Clarks Summit, PA (’09) and a DMin from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary of Louisville, KY (’16).

    He has been married to Rhonda since 1995, and they have three children: Jonathan, Matthew, and Mark. He loves the Lord Jesus and spending time with his family. Pastor Ken also enjoys exercising, movies, chicken wings, and beach vacations!

    Pastor Ken can be reached by email at kschultz@fbcparis.org.


  • Angela JameS

    Director of Children's Ministries

    Mrs. Angela began serving as Director of Middle School & Children at First Baptist Church on August 1, 2006. Beginning August 2019, she is now serving as Director of Children's Ministries. She is a graduate of Union University (B.S. 1993) and The University of Memphis (M.S. 1996). Prior to coming on staff at FBC, Mrs. Angela worked for the public school systems in Henry County, Jackson and Humboldt, Tennessee. She is married to her husband, Rod James, a Henry County native. The couple have two grown children, Kaity Beth and Drew. Her hobbies include spending time with her family, watching and participating in all kinds of sports, hanging out with kids of all ages and looking forward to trips to the beach.

    Mrs. Angela can be reached by email at ajames@fbcparis.org.

  • REV. Garrett veazey

    Minister of Students

    Rev. Garrett Veazey began serving as Minister of Students at FBC Paris on June 1, 2019. He is a graduate of Union University, where he earned a B.A. in Christian Studies. Before coming to Paris, Garrett served as a youth intern at First Baptist Church in Lewisville, Texas (2017), and at West Jackson Baptist Church in Jackson, Tenn. (2017-18). His hobbies include woodworking, ultimate, disc golf, and guitar.

    Bro. Garrett can be reached by email at gveazey@fbcparis.org.

  • Shirley Braden

    Director of Senior Adults

    Mrs. Shirley Braden has served as the Director of Senior Adults at FBC Paris since 2007. She graduated as salutatorian from Henry High School, and she went on to earn a B.S. in Education from Union University and a M.S. in Education from The University of Tennessee at Martin. Her love for school and learning led to her working forty-six years as a high school teacher. Now, Shirley works with “keenagers” (senior adults) with the same love and enthusiasm as she did with teenagers.

    While at Union University she met Doug Braden, and they married. The couple has been blessed to travel to and serve in many churches in Madison, Gibson, Carroll, and Henry counties. They have one adult daughter, Kim, who is married to Michael Denman, and they have two grandchildren, Nelson and Braden Clare.

    Mrs. Shirley can be reach by email at

    sbraden@fbcparis.org

SUPPORT STAFF

Scott Nanney

Office Manager


Music Ministry Assistant

NORMA HOUSTON

Financial Secretary

JERRY JOYNER

Food Service Director


Jeff Moody

Building Superintendent

Gardner "Ponch" Morales

Custodian

Kim Lee

Organist

Sandra Ray

Pianist