Patrick Edwards (Ph.D., Systematic Theology) came to FBC Warrensburg in October 2017. Previously he led churches as senior pastor in North Carolina. He is married to Teresa and, together, they have two rambunctious kids, Aiden and Charlotte. Most significantly they are proud parents of a Golden Retriever, Sawyer. Having done undergraduate work at the University of Virginia and graduate and post-graduate work at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Patrick is passionate about seeing the church mobilized to follow God in His mission in the building of His Kingdom! Otherwise, he’s a pretty boring guy who you’ll likely find, when not playing with his kids, sitting on a park bench starring out into who knows what.

Mitch Grainger (B.S. in Church Ministry Youth) came to FBC Warrensburg in June of 2012. Previously he has worked with families and students in New York, Virginia, and Florida. He is married to Stephanie and, together they have 3 loud and crazy kids and 2 dogs, Abbey,Jay, Brady, Beechnut, and Rascal (the last 2 are the dogs). Having done his undergraduate work at Liberty University (the most amazing university in the state of Virginia), Mitch is passionate about equipping parents and students to grow in their faith and to reach the world for God's kingdom. On any give day you'd likely find him reading a book, drinking unsweet tea, walking his dog, thinking about his beloved Florida Gators.

Amber joined the staff of FBC Warrensburg in 2010. Born and raised in Wichita, Ks, Amber and her husband Charles moved to Whiteman AFB in 2003. They have three most of the time awesome children, Carly, David, and Jacob. Amber enjoys connecting people to Jesus and each other and loves being a part of the KidsZone because making little ones laugh, smile, and learn about Jesus is simply a life well spent. She is passionate about encouraging parents to be intentional as the time goes by quickly and every week is an opportunity to show them what it means to follow Jesus with their lives and love those around us. In her free time Amber enjoys coffee, reading, running, and people.

Jasen and his family came to FBC in 2012, and he’s been serving as a member of the worship team; Jasen joined the staff as Worship Director in January of this year. He completed his undergraduate degree at the U.S. Air Force Academy and he’s currently an active duty USAF pilot. Jasen and his wife, Angela, have two beautiful daughters, Savannah and Charlotte. Being involved in music influenced his life at an early age and he has used that passion for music to draw nearer to Jesus in his own life. He loves listening to others worship, no matter their age and he’s passionate about worship at FBC being Christ centered and not about performance. Jasen spends his free time hanging out with his family and his two Corgi dogs.

Chad and his family have been attending FBC since 2013, and he’s been serving as a member of the worship team; Chad joined the staff as a Worship Director in January of this year. In addition to leading worship, Chad is a full-time music teacher in the Warrensburg School District. He and his wife, Sarah, have two wild and crazy boys, Kaiden and Owen, with their newest “Ray” of sunshine, Ian, born in July. Chad spends most of his free time just being a dad (a.k.a. – living jungle gym), enjoying time with his wife and listening to any and all types of music. He’s been told that he likes to talk and he doesn’t seem to meet a stranger.

Harold has been on staff for ten years at FBC Warrensburg. The first nine years he served as the Facility Manager and he serves now as our Church Administrator. He has a BA in IA&T from UCM. Originally Harold is from Georgia but has lived most of his life in Warrensburg.  He and his wife, Linda, have four children and eleven grandchildren.

Julie joined the FBC Warrensburg staff in 2012. Born and raised here in Warrensburg, FBC has always been her church home. She is married to Walter, a USAF transplant, with whom she’s commenced the season of parenting their three adult children, Zach, Riley (and his wife Jordyn), and Brooke. Believing there’s more than fortuity to her work at FBC, Julie is eager to present effective communication to support the church body in connectedness, and ultimately growing His kingdom. In her leisure time she enjoys traveling, camping in their travel trailer, going to a dirt track race, or simply relaxing with a cup of coffee.

Sonya has been the director of KidSteps Preschool since it began in 2013. She enjoys planning ways to help young children learn by engaging their spirit of fun and adventure. Sonya has taught preschool, Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, served as director of Weekday Early Education programs, and coordinated the Warrensburg R-VI Before and After School program for many years. In addition to her work, she enjoys cooking, sewing, gardening, travel, and volunteering in her church and community.