Meet
Our Team
Church Leadership
Immanuel Baptist Church is led by a plurality of Elders. This leadership team is made up of staff pastors and lay elders who guide and shepherd the church across all of our campuses.
Allen Bonnell
Brent Foley
Dustin Rife
Scott Cannon
Nathaniel Gray
Jon Barron
Stephen Gadwah
John Owens
Ryan Hanley
Shannon Sams
Immanuel STAFF
CORBIN CAMPUS Team
Allen Bonnell
Lead Pastor
About Allen
Allen is married to the love of his life Robin. They have two children, Rachel and Noah, who are always ready to plan their next adventure. Oftentimes those adventures involve leading mission trips to share Jesus in other cultures. Allen and Robin began their ministry working with college students with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. The passion to reach college students has never left them. Allen loves playing sports and games with family and friends.
Brent Foley
Executive Pastor
About Brent
Brent is married to Bethany and they have four children: Benjamin, Lola B., Jack, and Luke. He was once a high school history teacher and football coach and hates wearing shoes. Brent loves being outside, spending time with his family, and is rarely seen without a cup of coffee.
Dustin Rife
Family Ministries Pastor
About Dustin
Dustin is married to Kristen and they have two children: Dylan and Dalton. He was once a Resident Director at Liberty University and is the founder of ManSkillMonday.com. He loves working on his 1986 Corvette and can remember your name based on the car you drive!
Scott Cannon
Campus Pastor
About Scott
Scott serves as the Corbin Campus Pastor. He has over 40 years of ministry experience. He’s married to Shannon, and they have four grown children. Scott and Shannon bring a wealth of experience, wisdom, and care to our church family.
Here are a few quick facts about Scott:
🏠 He is originally from Georgia.
🌎 He and Shannon love to travel.
❤️ He answers to many names…but “PopPop” is his favorite!
Here are a few quick facts about Scott:
🏠 He is originally from Georgia.
🌎 He and Shannon love to travel.
❤️ He answers to many names…but “PopPop” is his favorite!
Nathaniel Gray
Connections Pastor
About Nathaniel
Nathaniel helps folks connect to Life Groups and Serve Teams at our Corbin Campus. He is married to Mikaela, and they have three children: Sadie Beth, Beckham, and Sutton.
Here are a few quick facts about Nathaniel:
🔥 He met Mikaela while leading worship together at Liberty University. Go Flames!
✝️ He’s been in some form of ministry since he was 19.
🏗️ He’s originally from Pennsylvania.
Here are a few quick facts about Nathaniel:
🔥 He met Mikaela while leading worship together at Liberty University. Go Flames!
✝️ He’s been in some form of ministry since he was 19.
🏗️ He’s originally from Pennsylvania.
Jarred Earnest
Associate Minister
About Jarred
Jarred serves at our Corbin Campus where he orchestrates care and helps keep our ministries running smoothly. Jarred is married to Katie, and they have been part of Immanuel for the last 11 years.
Here are some quick facts about Jarred:
🌎 He and Katie went on a mission trip for their Honeymoon.
🥋 He is a black belt in Shotokan Karate.
☕ He is a coffee enthusiast.
Here are some quick facts about Jarred:
🌎 He and Katie went on a mission trip for their Honeymoon.
🥋 He is a black belt in Shotokan Karate.
☕ He is a coffee enthusiast.
Crystal Hurst
Serve Team Coordinator
About Crystal
Crystal is married to Jason and they have three children: Waylon, Wyatt, and Whitley Ella. She loves spending time with her family, drinking Coke Zero, and aspires to live on the lake. Crystal always has gum.
Daniel Reeves
Production Director
About Daniel
Daniel serves at our Corbin Campus and directs production across our network. He and his wife Haylie are proud parents of three children: Asher, Judah, and Ellie.
Here are a few quick facts about Daniel:
🦅 He’s an Eagle Scout.
😼 He loves all things related to UK sports.
🎸 He can play 10+ instruments.
Here are a few quick facts about Daniel:
🦅 He’s an Eagle Scout.
😼 He loves all things related to UK sports.
🎸 He can play 10+ instruments.
Jenni Lou Jackson
IBCKids Director
About Jenni Lou
Jenni Lou serves at the Corbin Campus where she directs the IBCKids ministry across our network. Jenni Lou is married to her all-star husband, Coach Brent Jackson, and they have four amazing children: Nancy Jane, Mary Hope, BJ, and Jack.
Here are a few quick facts about Jenni Lou:
📣 She’s a former all-star cheerleader who once performed in a New Year’s Day Parade in London, England.
🍎 She won Kentucky Teacher of the Year and had a big green road sign with her name on it as you drove into her hometown.
❤️ She LOVES a good story, music, and dancing. Oh! And hugs. Hugs are her favorite! 🤗
Here are a few quick facts about Jenni Lou:
📣 She’s a former all-star cheerleader who once performed in a New Year’s Day Parade in London, England.
🍎 She won Kentucky Teacher of the Year and had a big green road sign with her name on it as you drove into her hometown.
❤️ She LOVES a good story, music, and dancing. Oh! And hugs. Hugs are her favorite! 🤗
Brooke Baptiste
Financial Director
About Brooke
Brooke serves at the Corbin Campus where she manages the finances and helps make mission trips happen across our entire network. She’s married to Kenly and she has been a part of Immanuel for the last 12 years.
Here are a few quick facts about Brooke:
🇭🇹 She lived in Haiti.
💬 She is currently learning Spanish.
⛰️She loves outdoor activities.
Here are a few quick facts about Brooke:
🇭🇹 She lived in Haiti.
💬 She is currently learning Spanish.
⛰️She loves outdoor activities.
Iulia Pataki
Campus Care Coordinator
About Iulia
Iulia serves at our Corbin Campus where she leads the team to make sure our facilities are always safe, clean, and inviting. Iulia is originally from Romania and she has two children: Adrian and Leah.
Here are a few quick facts about Iulia:
💪 She is extremely competitive.
🗣️ She can speak multiple languages.
🇷🇴 She taught kids the English language in Romania.
Here are a few quick facts about Iulia:
💪 She is extremely competitive.
🗣️ She can speak multiple languages.
🇷🇴 She taught kids the English language in Romania.
Pam Croley
Human Resources Coordinator
About Pam
Pam is married to Glen Croley. Their son, Garrett, has three daughters, Reese, Brooke, and Bailey. Their daughter, Jaline and her husband Greg have a daughter, Lynlee, and a son, Holdon. Pam loves co-leading a life group with Karen Brown. She also loves trying out new crafts and hobbies and traveling with Glen.
Rachel Bonnell
99U Resident
About Rachel
Rachel helps young people take their next steps with Jesus. Rachel has been a part of Immanuel since she was young.
Here are some quick facts about Rachel:
💙 She’s a University of Kentucky alum (Go Cats! 😺).
🎥 She’s a movie buff.
🌋 She has hiked a volcano in Guatemala (just like Pastor Jon!)
Here are some quick facts about Rachel:
💙 She’s a University of Kentucky alum (Go Cats! 😺).
🎥 She’s a movie buff.
🌋 She has hiked a volcano in Guatemala (just like Pastor Jon!)
Elizabeth Campbell
Station Coordinator
About Elizabeth
Elizabeth serves at our Corbin Campus where she points pre-schoolers to Jesus and helps them grow in their love for Him. She’s married to Pete and they have two children: Caleb and Caleigh.
Here are some quick facts about Elizabeth:
🏈 She’s originally from Ohio. (Go Browns!)
🐶She has a lot of pets.
🎶 She used to play the flute and piccolo.
Here are some quick facts about Elizabeth:
🏈 She’s originally from Ohio. (Go Browns!)
🐶She has a lot of pets.
🎶 She used to play the flute and piccolo.
James Schweizer
Communications Director
About James
James works out of the Corbin Campus, and he manages the church’s online presence. He was a part of the Williamsburg Campus throughout college until he moved up to Corbin in 2019. James and his wife Hannah met on an Immanuel mission trip to Brooklyn, New York.
Here are some quick facts about James:
🤡He can ride a unicycle.
⚽He played soccer in college.
☀️He’s originally from Florida.
Here are some quick facts about James:
🤡He can ride a unicycle.
⚽He played soccer in college.
☀️He’s originally from Florida.
Richmond CAMPUS Team
Jon Barron
Campus Pastor
About Jon
Pastor Jon serves at our Richmond Campus and has been part of our team since the campus launched in 2019. He’s married to Elaina, and they have two children, Lauren and Jack, along with a son-in-law, Daniel, and a granddaughter coming in September. Jon is a former missionary to Guatemala, a former UTEP football player, and a current coffee enthusiast.
Here are a few quick facts about Jon:
🇺🇸 He has been to all 50 states.
⛏ He was booed by 98,000 Tennessee Volunteer fans.
🐘 He has ridden Elephants in Thailand and climbed volcanoes in Guatemala.
Here are a few quick facts about Jon:
🇺🇸 He has been to all 50 states.
⛏ He was booed by 98,000 Tennessee Volunteer fans.
🐘 He has ridden Elephants in Thailand and climbed volcanoes in Guatemala.
Miguel Reis
99U Resident - Outreach
About Miguel
Miguel serves at the Richmond Campus, where he helps connect the Gospel to college students and then helps those students take next steps with Jesus. Miguel is originally from Brazil, and he moved to the United States on a college soccer scholarship.
Here are some quick facts about Miguel:
📐 He has an engineering degree.
🏅He loves sports.
👨🍳He loves cooking for people.
Here are some quick facts about Miguel:
📐 He has an engineering degree.
🏅He loves sports.
👨🍳He loves cooking for people.
Adrian Pataki
99U Resident - Events
About Adrian
Adrian grew up at the Corbin Campus, and he’s now a part of the 99U team at our Richmond Campus, where he ministers to EKU students. Adrian and his wife Jayna love to spend time outdoors enjoying God’s creation.
Westley Metcalfe
Worship Leader
About Westley
West leads worship at our Richmond Campus. He’s married to Jules and they have 3 children: Aiden, Titus, and Jude. He likes to spend his free time playing music and watching his kids play sports.
Here are a few quick facts about West:
🎲 He’s a board game enthusiast.
🎶 He was an honorable mention in the American Songwriting Competition.
📚 His favorite author is C.S. Lewis.
Here are a few quick facts about West:
🎲 He’s a board game enthusiast.
🎶 He was an honorable mention in the American Songwriting Competition.
📚 His favorite author is C.S. Lewis.
Kendall Richie
99U Resident - Groups
About Kendall
Kendall serves at our Richmond Campus. She’s been married to her husband Peyton since 2019, and they have a two-year-old daughter named Briar. Kendall and Peyton were students at the University of the Cumberlands, and they moved to Richmond to help plant the campus there after graduating.
Here are some quick facts about Kendall:
🍎 She has a degree in elementary education and taught kindergarten for two years.
🌊 She and her husband got married on the beach and still love spending time by the water.
🏡 She loves to host!
Here are some quick facts about Kendall:
🍎 She has a degree in elementary education and taught kindergarten for two years.
🌊 She and her husband got married on the beach and still love spending time by the water.
🏡 She loves to host!
Williamsburg CAMPUS Team
Stephen Gadwah
Worship Pastor
About Stephen
Stephen leads worship and serves at our Williamsburg Campus. He is married to Hollie and they have four children: Emmanuel, Ellerie, Jovie, and Livie Kate.
Here are some quick facts about Stephen:
⚜️ He was born and raised in Louisville and roots for the UofL Cardinals.
🏈 He played football in high school.
🌶️ He’s a hot sauce connoisseur.
Here are some quick facts about Stephen:
⚜️ He was born and raised in Louisville and roots for the UofL Cardinals.
🏈 He played football in high school.
🌶️ He’s a hot sauce connoisseur.
John Owens
99U Resident - Director
About John
John is a part of our 99U staff at the Williamsburg Campus. He works with college students and helps them develop into the leaders that God has called them to be. John and his wife Cailee welcomed their daughter Mabry into the world just a few months ago.
Here are some quick facts about John:
🏹He’s a Florida State Seminoles fan.
🍨He loves Dairy Queen Blizzards (cookie dough, specifically).
🍁His high school mascot was “The Syrupmakers.”
Here are some quick facts about John:
🏹He’s a Florida State Seminoles fan.
🍨He loves Dairy Queen Blizzards (cookie dough, specifically).
🍁His high school mascot was “The Syrupmakers.”
Wyatt Dickey
99U Resident - Outreach
About Wyatt
Wyatt serves college students at our Williamsburg Campus. He gave his life to Christ in college through Immanuel’s ministry, and now he helps students take their next steps with Jesus. Wyatt married Taylor last fall.
Here are a few quick facts about Wyatt:
🦞 He and Taylor are both from Maryland.
🥍 He played lacrosse at the University of the Cumberlands.
🏈 He and Taylor are both Ravens fans.
Here are a few quick facts about Wyatt:
🦞 He and Taylor are both from Maryland.
🥍 He played lacrosse at the University of the Cumberlands.
🏈 He and Taylor are both Ravens fans.
Caitlyn Howell
99U Resident - Events
About Caitlyn
Caitlyn serves at the Williamsburg Campus where she disciples college students and keep our ministries running smoothly.
Here are a few quick facts about Caitlyn:
🤧 She was briefly allergic to cinnamon.
🪴 She talks to her plants to help them grow.
💸 Trader Joe’s takes all her money.
Here are a few quick facts about Caitlyn:
🤧 She was briefly allergic to cinnamon.
🪴 She talks to her plants to help them grow.
💸 Trader Joe’s takes all her money.