Meet the Staff

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    Tyler Shields

    LEAD PASTOR

    Tyler is our 38th pastor and a Knox County native. He received his doctorate in discipleship from Liberty University. He serves our church with his wife Kaitlyn, son Easton, and daughter Audrey Grace.

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    Shane Bingham

    EXECUTIVE & STUDENT PASTOR

    Shane is also a Knox County native along with his wife Jamie. Together they have two daughters: Emilee & Haiden. Shane is a graduate of Clear Creek Baptist Bible College.

  • Jacob Eitel

    MISSIONS & DISCIPLESHIP PASTOR

    Jacob has been on staff since 2022 starting in our college internship program. He is a graduate of Clear Creek Baptist Bible College and is married to Catheryn. Together, they have one daughter: Elsie Joy.

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    Megan Fields

    SECRETARY

    Megan has been with us since 2020. She is the face of the church for many people. Megan is a graduate of Liberty University and resides in Barbourville with her husband Tate.

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    Tony Mills

    BUILDING MANAGER

    Tony has been with FBC longer than anyone on staff - more than 20 years. Another Knox County natvie, Tony faithfully keeps us running week in and week out. He and Lisa are truly a big art of the First Family!