STAFF

Rev. Brady Henderson

Pastor Brady was born in Lancaster, SC but was raised in Greer, SC. Brady's grandfather served as a Pastor of Worship, Youth, Education, and Administration for over 48 years. Brady's father served in youth ministry for many years and now serves as Pastor at Care Baptist Church in Fairmont, SC. Brady came to accept Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior when he was 6 years old and felt the call to ministry at the age of 10. Previously, Brady served as an intern/Minister of Connection at His Vineyard Church in Greer and also served as the Associate/Youth Pastor at Hillcrest Baptist Church in Williamston, SC. Brady was licensed and ordained by Hillcrest Baptist Church and recently graduated from Anderson University with a degree in Business Marketing. Brady is a Master's of Divinity Student with a concentration in expository preaching through the Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Brady and his wife, our First Lady, Hanna were married on August 6th, 2022. Hannah is often seen serving, loving, and caring for all our members through writing letters and going with our Pastor on visits. She is truly a jewel. Pastor Brady and First Lady Hannah were called to FBCG in February of 2021. In Pastor Brady's free time, he loves spending time with his family, playing golf, preaching revivals, reading, attending Braves games and supporting the South Carolina Gamecocks!

Pastor Brady's Contact Information

803-509-3521

pastorfirstbaptistgaston@gmail.com

Rev. Steve Kittrell

Pastor Steve is a graduate of Mid America Baptist Theological Seminary. He is a gifted expositor with over 50 years of preaching experience. He served for 36 years as the Pastor of Laurel Baptist Church in West Columbia. Pastor Steve is a Greek scholar. He knows the Greek language in and out and is extremely intellectual regarding God's Word. Steve is also a soul winner. He loves Jesus and wants others to know Him. Pastor Steve is humble, gentle, kind and so very loving. We are excited that we get to add such a great theological mind to our Church staff. Pastor Steve is currently serving as the Interim-Associate Pastor and is focusing on congregational care as well as filling in for Pastor Brady when needed. Pastor Steve and Mrs. Sandy have been married for over 50 years and have three Children.

Contact Pastor Steve at (803)-261-7943

Mrs. Sherrell Ott

Sherrell was born and raised right here in Gaston, SC. She has attended and served here at FBCG as long as she can remember! She has also served as our Worship Leader for 18 years. Sherrell leads us in worship every Sunday Morning and Wednesday evening. She also serves as our VBS leader, which is always a huge success. Sherrell leads us in a blended style of worship, incorporating theologically sound hymns along with contemporary worship and praise music. Sherrell is married to Allen Ott, who also serves FBCG in many ways.

Mrs. Velvet Lucas

Velvet came to serve on staff in June of 2022. She brings great experience into her role from her many years of serving in prior secretarial positions. Velvet has three children and she and her husband, Roger, are members at Harmony Baptist Church. Our Church office is open from 8-4 AM from Monday-Thursday. Feel free to give her a call for any needs you may have.

Mr. Allen Ott, Media Director

Allen is a lifelong member of FBCG and is married to Sherrell. He has served in our media ministry for over 40 years. He currently oversees all media ministries of the Church. Including the audio and visual needs in all Worship services as well as live streaming. In addition to this, Allen also oversees the Menorah Podcast ministry as well as help from Pastor Brady and First Lady Hannah on the social media pages of the Church. With over 40 years of T.V. experience at ETV in Columbia, we are blessed to have Allen Ott serving in this voluntary role.