Dave returned to his hometown of Columbus to assume the role of Senior Pastor on June 1, 2014. He assumed this role following 12 years in Pastoral ministry and 16 years in Missions ministry.  He is a graduate of Columbus North H.S., Bryan College (Tennessee), and Grace Theological Seminary.  Pastor Dave & Debbie celebrated 45 years of marriage in June of 2023, and they have 4 grown children.  They also have 10 grandchildren.  Dave enjoys reading, spending time with children & grandchildren, playing golf, and watching sports. His life verse is 2 Corinthians 5:9,  “Therefore we make it our aim, whether present or absent, to be well pleasing to Him.”