FIRST BAPTIST - Key Persons


David Scott

Job Titles:
  • Children 's Minister
Rev. Scott has filled our Minister to Children position for more than 10 years, and loves the little ones. He leads them in class every week, and presents a Children's Message during our weekly service.

Dr. Kevin Payne

Job Titles:
  • Pastor
Rev. Payne has served FBC as Pastor for the last 16 years, and has come to know and love ‘his' people! Kevin preaches from the Word of God every week, teaching that God's plans for our lives are found as we follow Him. He invites you to worship with us, and discover the very best life you can experience!

Lori Clemens

Job Titles:
  • Child Care Center Director
  • Childcare Director
Lori has served as our Childcare Director for over 30 years, and has grown this ministry into one that is known and respected throughout Independence. She leads our Caregivers to provide full-time care to over 100 children from our community, and helps our church serve the needs of over 90 families in our area.

Nathan Dean

Job Titles:
  • Music Director

Rose Hart

Job Titles:
  • Office Manager
Rose has filled our Office Manager position for the last 3 years, and has become the ‘go to' person for almost anything that needs to be taken care of here. She manages many of the business affairs of the church, as well as helping our ministry staff and volunteers coordinate their efforts. She is efficient and friendly, and cares for all those she encounters. If you call our offices, you may be greeted by Rose's friendly, caring voice.