Meet the team.
Jody Gambrell
Student Pastor
Jody has served as student pastor since 2014. His passion is for teenagers to know Jesus and to see the Gospel change their lives. You can usually find Jody taking pictures around the church or eating at his favorite Mexican restaurant. When not at the church, Jody enjoys spending time with his family (usually at a sporting event). His favorite verse is 2 Corinthians 5:21.
Malley Scarbrough
Associate Student Minister
Malley joined the student staff in March of 2021. She is from Meridian, Mississippi and is a graduate of Mississippi State University and NOBTS. Hail State! She loves all things student ministry but holds a special little place in her heart for summer camp, DNOW, and DGROUPS. She has many favorite Bible verses, but constantly returns to Isaiah 41:10.
Jack Powell
Student Worship Associate
Originally from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Jack joined the student staff in August of 2021. He leads worship at Wednesday Night LIVE, assists with all things media for First Baptist, and leads a Bible study for guys on Tuesday mornings. His favorite verse is John 16:33.
Carter Sheldon
Student Ministry Intern
Bio coming soon!