 |
Todd Kaunitz, Senior Pastor
tkaunitz@nbbctx.org
Todd has been in ministry for twelve years and has spent ten of those twelve years at First Baptist Church of Gilmer where he served six years as Student Pastor and the last four as Senior Pastor. Todd’s greatest passion is to see lives transformed through the life changing truths of God’s Word. He desires to see God’s people move beyond the walls of the church building into the culture in which they live with authentic biblical Christianity. He and his wife Adrian have two wonderful children and a third addition to the family due in August.
|
 |
Aaron Turner, Minister of Worship
aturner@nbbctx.org
Aaron joined the staff in 2007, coming from San Diego, CA. He is an avid reader, enjoys spending time with his family, and is currently completing his masters degree in professional counseling. Aaron and his wife Mindi have been married for 19 years and have three children: Caitlin, Kelsey, and Chris.
|
 |
Melissa Haney, Minister to Children
mhaney@nbbctx.org
Melissa taught in the public schools before coming on board at New Beginnings. She worked for two years in Kindergarten and 10 years teaching seventh grade at Pine Tree ISD. She and her husband, Keith, have been members of New Beginnings since 1993 and have two young daughters, Hope and Hannah. Melissa's passions are her family and reaching others for Jesus.
|
 |
Billie Lake, Minister to Preschoolers
blake@nbbctx.org
Billie has served on staff as Minister to Preschoolers for over 20 years. She and her husband, Walter, have been married 47 years and have four children, five grandkids here and two waiting for them in heaven. She loves going, doing and just being with her family, especially her grandkids. She has the privilege of helping care for her aging parents, who will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary this year.
|
 |
Mary O'Sullivan, Women's Ministry Leader
mosullivan@nbbctx.org
Mary has served in this position for four years. She recently graduated from LeTourneau University with a double degree in Christian Ministries and Biblical Studies. One of her passions is seeing women enjoy Bible study and grow in their walk with the Lord. Family and friends are a huge part of her life. Her daughters Haley and Ashley are her greatest pride.
|
 |
Allen Buchanek, Staff Evangelist
abuchanek@yahoo.com
Allen Buchanek Evang. Assoc.
Allen has served on staff since 2005. He has preached the Gospel of Jesus Christ since 1962, traveling around the world doing revivals, Bible conferences, retreats, and preaching and singing at numerous churches. He and Sharron have been married for 45 years and have two sons, two daughters, and eight grandchildren. Allen's greatest passion is preaching the truths of God's powerful Word and seeing God's church become strong and healthy.
|
 |
Vickie Townsend, Education Ministry Assistant
vtownsend@nbbctx.org
Vickie has served on staff for five years. She is the proud mom of Steven, Nick and Kaycee. She is "Grandma" to Dylan, Chance, and Kila, all born in December prior to Christmas, and counts it "pure joy"! Vickie enjoys reading, the Food Network, and spending time with family and extended family whenever possible.
|
 |
Kem Frazier, Executive Ministry Assistant
kfrazier@nbbctx.org
Kem has served on staff for eight years. She has been married to Bryan for 24 years. Together they have two children, Megan, an SFA nursing student, and Logan, a junior at White Oak High School. Kem enjoys spending time with Bryan, visiting Megan at school, following Logan around to all of his sporting events, and making new friends.
|
 |
Karleen Reeves, Financial Ministry Assistant
kreeves@nbbctx.org
Karleen has served on staff for eight years. She has been married to Mike for 28 years and has twins, Amy and Brad. She also has two stepsons, Seth and Chad, and three grandsons, Jessi, Chase and Judd. She enjoys reading Christian fiction, sewing, and vacationing with her husband.
|
 |
Misty Sherman, Graphic Designer
msherman@nbbctx.org
Misty has served on staff for six years and is thankful for the opportunity to use her gifts and abilities for the Lord at New Beginnings. She and her husband Wes are expecting their first child this year. She enjoys drawing, music, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
|
 |
Tony Melton, Student Ministry Intern
tmelton@nbbctx.org
Tony is from Gilmer and loves music. He has spent the past year leading worship for Truth Student Ministries at First Baptist Church in Gilmer. He loves playing guitar and video games. Currently, Tony is enrolled at Dallas Baptist University pursuing a degree in Christian Ministries. He has a passion for young people and is very anxious to see how God is going to move in the lives of the student’s here at New Beginnings.
|