Senior Pastor
Reid N. Stevens
Reid has been the pastor of FBC since February of 2023. He is a graduate of Mississippi State University (B.A., Philosophy) and New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (M.Div., Christian Ministry). Reid is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Biblical Exposition from NOBTS. He and his wife, Natalie, are grateful to plant roots in Forest through serving FBC and the community. Reid enjoys reading, drinking coffee, hunting and spending time with his family. Reid and Natalie have two beautiful daughters, Sarah and Mary Grace.
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Interim Student Minister
Zach DePriest
Zach is the Student Ministries Consultant in the Discipleship and Sunday School Department at the Mississippi Baptist Convention Board. In this role, he helps assist churches in the area of student ministry and helping churches create discipleship strategies, select curriculum, train leaders, etc. Prior to serving with the Mississippi Baptist Convention Board, Zach served as the Student Pastor at FBC Jackson and FBC Meridian.
Minister of Music and Senior Adults
Rick Sellers
Rick Sellers has been the Music and Senior Adult’s Minister since 2016. Rick received his Associate of Arts from Delta Community College and his Bachelor of Science at Mississippi State University. Rick then attended Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary where he received a Master of Religious Education. Rick and his wife, Rendy, have served in the ministry for over 44 years. Rick is driven by his passion to serve others and reach people of all ages in the community. Rick reaches others through his music every Sunday. In addition, he leads the senior adult choir, conducts visitations, and leads musical programs throughout the year. Rick has twin daughters who are married and living in Mississippi: Ashley and Chris McBride of Mathiston, MS, and Leslie and Taylor Armstrong of Madison, MS. Rick has 5 grandchildren (Emma, William, Riley, Lydia, and Deuce) who keep him active and on-the-go. Rick and Rendy enjoy working in their yard, gardening, and going to Mississippi State sporting events. Be sure to say “Hey” to Rick when you see him at Davis Wade, The Hump, or The Dude!
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Administrative Assistant
Lori Evans
Lori rejoined the staff in February of 2024. She and her husband, Mike, moved to Forest in 1996 and consider it home. They have two sons, Drew & Matthew, who have given them the most wonderful daughters-in-loves, Jordan & Anna. They also have two granddaughters, Ellie & Alaina, who add more joy to their life than they could ever imagine. Forest Baptist Church has been an integral part of their lives since moving to Forest. Lori & Mike love serving in the church and community. Lori’s favorite thing to do is spend time with family.
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