Bro. Ronnie Stinson - Senior Pastor

Bro. Ronnie has faithfully served as Pastor of Trace Creek since August 1972.  He was ordained in January 1972 and served as pastor of Little Bethel Baptist Church prior to coming to Trace Creek.  Bro. Ronnie holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree and a Doctorate of Divinity Degree from Mid-Continent University.

On November 8, 1951, Ronnie Gale Stinson was born in Mayfield, Kentucky.  He was saved at 13 years of age in Vacation Bible School at Little Bethel Baptist Church.  While a junior in high school, Bro. Ronnie began to sense God's calling on his life.  He publicly  acknowledged God's call to preach in March 1971 at Beulah Baptist Church in Hickman County.

As Senior Pastor, Bro. Ronnie's vision is to build a church that will honor God through the preaching of God's word, through reaching out to our community with the message of God's love, and through building a loving fellowship of believers.

Bro. Ronnie and his wife, Pam, have two sons, Ronnie Jr. and Jonathan.  They also have two grandchildren, Laney Gale and Jayden.  Bro. Ronnie enjoys hunting, fishing, and grandparenting!

Bro. Tony Adams - Associate Pastor

Bro. Tony joined the staff on January 1, 1995 as Minister of Youth  and Education.  In October 2000, he was named Associate Pastor.  Bro. Tony holds a Bachelor's Degree in Christian Education from Mid-Continent University and is currently working on his Master's Degree through Trinity Seminary.

James Anthony Adams was born in Murray, Kentucky on September 7, 1967.  At twelve years of age, he was led to the Lord on his parents' front porch by a man from a neighborhood church, who was witnessing door to door.  Bro. Tony began to feel God's call into the ministry when he graduated from high school and formally acknowledged God's call on his life when he was 21.  Before coming to Trace Creek, he served as youth minister at New Life Baptist Church.

While Bro. Tony assists Bro. Ronnie with pastoral duties as needed, his primary areas of emphasis are education, discipleship, and overseeing and coordinating administrative functions.  His vision for the people of Trace Creek is that we will be equipped for the work of the ministry.  He desires to see a generation of people raised up who are grounded and equipped in the word of God to do the ministry that God has laid before us.

Bro. Tony and his wife, Jennifer, have two daughters, Heather and Tyler.  He enjoys playing golf and spending time with his girls.  To contact Bro. Tony, click here.

Bro. Ronnie Stinson, Jr. - Associate Pastor

On October 3, 2004, Bro. Ronnie joined the church staff as Associate Pastor.  Previously, he worked 15 years as a machinist.  A lifelong member of Trace Creek, Bro. Ronnie has served the church in various capacities, including deacon, Sunday School teacher, and member of the choir and ensemble.  Bro. Ronnie is presently attending Mid-Continent University in pursuit of a degree in Biblical studies.

Ronnie Gale Stinson, Jr. was born in Clinton, Kentucky on June 1, 1971.  He was saved at the age of seven in a revival meeting held by his father.  He began to sense God's calling on his life around 1999 but struggled for several years before seriously considering that God was calling him to preach.  The call was confirmed about four years later through God's working in the heart of Bro. Ronnie's wife, Melanie.  Shortly thereafter, he shared this calling publicly.

Bro. Ronnie's primary responsibilities are in the areas of pastoral care such as home and hospital visitation, some preaching, and support and assistance to the Senior Pastor.  His desire is to do all that he can to edify and help to meet the needs of the church family as well as those outside of our membership, to preach God's word in a way that would bring honor and glory to Him, and to share the good news of the gospel with those who are lost that they may be saved.

Bro. Ronnie and Melanie have one daughter, Laney.  Spending time with his family, quail hunting, and traveling are among Bro. Ronnie's interests.  Click here to contact Bro. Ronnie.

Bro. Mike Reed - Minister of Music

Bro. Mike served as interim Minister of Music beginning in October 1999 and accepted the church's call to this position on a full-time basis on May 21, 2000.  Bro. Mike attended Paducah Community College and Murray State University, where his major was vocal music.  Prior to joining the church staff, he worked 13 years for the United States Enrichment Corporation in Paducah.

On November 11, 1955, James Michael Reed was born in Paducah, Kentucky.  Bro. Mike was saved during a revival at his home church, Hardmoney Baptist, when he was ten years old.  Looking back, he can see how that God began preparing him for ministry at an early age.  His role model was his father, who led the music at Hardmoney for many years.  Bro. Mike served in that capacity there part-time for about ten years.  The Lord instilled in Bro. Mike a deep love of music and drama that he has used throughout his life.

Bro. Mike's responsibilities at Trace Creek include the weekly worship services, the adult choir, and praise ensemble.  He directs and oversees The Promise and other theatric productions.  He is also involved with the Senior Saints, assisting with their monthly outings and other activities.  Bro. Mike's desire is that worship at "The Creek" would not be just an organized part of the church service that ends when the service is concluded, but that the people will be motivated and equipped through worship to share with others throughout the week.

Bro. Mike's interests revolve around his wife, Pat, and their sons, Clint and Alex.  He enjoys sun, sand, and surf.  Click here to contact Bro. Mike.

Bro. Nathan Rogers - Minister of Students

Bro. Nathan has served as the Minister of Students since November 3, 2003.  He graduated cum laude from Mid-Continent University with a Bachelor of Science Degree.  Prior to coming to Trace Creek, Bro. Nathan served as youth pastor at Melber Baptist Church and later served as pastor of Victory Baptist Church in Eddyville.

Nathan Alan Rogers was born in Des Moines, Iowa on February 24, 1977.  At the age of seven, he was convicted of his sin nature one day while sitting on the edge of his bed.  Bro. Nathan talked with his dad about his need for salvation and his dad led him to the Lord that day.  Bro. Nathan's call into the ministry was a gradual pulling that he first recognized at age 16.  He surrendered to the Lord's service nearly two years later.  From the beginning, Bro. Nathan knew deep in his heart that he would be ministering with young people.

As Minister of Students, Bro. Nathan oversees the weekly youth worship service and is involved in numerous other activities with the youth of the church.  His goal is to teach young people the fundamentals of the faith and encourage spiritual growth through Bible study, worship, fellowship, discipleship, evangelism, and service.

Bro. Nathan and his wife, Jill, have two children, Johnathan and Sarah Gail.  His interests are centered around his family and the young people of the church.  To contact Bro. Nathan, click here.

Bro. Al Chandler - Minister of Children