Ministry/support Staff

Jerry Howe  -  Pastor

“A Word from the Pastor’s Heart”

Welcome to the website of First Baptist Church, Dumas, TX. Kathy, Cullan, and I came to this wonderful church family February 1, 2009. This is my second opportunity to serve this church. I was on staff here from 1976 to 1980. I never dreamed God would lead me back to Dumas but I am thankful He did so. We have been so blessed by getting to serve, worship, and fellowship with God’s people here at First Baptist. I invite you to personally visit and worship with our First Family. You will discover that our church has “a place for every heart.”

Family: Kathy (wife), 4 children - Carrie & her husband Darin (Wichita Falls), Cris and his wife Jessica (Lamesa), Caleb and his wife Haleigh (Lubbock), Cullan (Levelland), 3 grandchildren - Abigail and Andrew (Wichita Falls), Ambree (Lamesa)

Place of birth: Abilene, Texas

Education: Abilene High School (1965), Hardin Simmons University, B.A. (1972), Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, ME (1976)

Hobbies: Reading, history and current events,spending time with family, spectator sports

Favorite Scripture:

All of Romans 8 - “My Life’s Chapter”, I love the way Romans 8 begins with “no condemnation” and concludes with “no separation.”

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Curt Hamlin  -  Minister of Music & Education

Curt came to FBC Dumas in May of 2010 after serving churches from the Dallas/Ft. Worth area to Houston, from the Piney Woods to West Texas. He is proud to make Dumas his home and enjoys the great musicianship  and desire for worship found within this congregation.

Family: Curt is a widower and has three children and seven grandchildren

Place of Birth: Dallas, Texas

Education:

Duncanville High School, 1970; University of Texas Permian Basin, BA 1982; Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Religious Education, 1987-1990; Liberty University, Marriage and Family Counseling, 1992-1993

Favorite Scripture:

For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declared the Lord, ‘plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart.’ Jeremiah 29: 11-13

Philosophy of Music Ministry:

Music is given to us by God to use to worship Him. Thus, the music ministry of a church is essential to worship. It must be varied enough to reach all people in the church and meet their needs, whether in participation through singing, playing an instrument, or listening as others share their God-given talents.

Zane Powers  -  Student Minister

FBC Dumas has been such an incredible blessing for not only me, but my family as well. Since we came in March 2003, the church has wrapped their arms around us, and taken us in with love. As the Student Minster, I seek to show that same love to the students who walk in the doors at FBC Dumas. Do not miss out on the opportunities God is presenting through the student ministry!

Family: Ronni (wife), Pierce Michael (son, 6 years old), Peyton Miles (son, 5 years old), Paige Mackenzie (daughter, newborn)

Place of Birth: Plainview, Texas

Education: Pampa High School, 1999; Wayland Baptist University, BA 2002

Favorite Scripture:

And so dear brothers, and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice – the kind He will accept. When you think of what He has done for you, is this too much to ask? Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will know what God wants you to do, and you will know how good and pleasing and perfect His will really is. Romans 12:1-2 (New Living Translation)

Hobbies: Watching sports, hanging out with the youth, being a radio personality for Dumas and Sunray sports on KDDD! I am alos a season ticket holder for Texas Tech football! GUNS UP!!!!

 

Barbara Johnson  -  Receptionist/Education Assistant

Barbara came to be employed on October 29, 1979 and has made FBC Dumas her church home for that many years and more. Barbara possesses the greatest knowledge of current church members as well as those from the past. If you have a question dealing with church history, church membership, or just want to talk about your favorite type of ‘chocolate’, Barbara is there to assist. Seriously, Barbara is a reflection of FBC Dumas that tells visitors and members alike that “There is room for every heart”.

Family: John (husband), 2 daughters - Cindy and Shon Williams, Amber and Chris Wilhite, 4 grandchildren - A.J. and Sloan Williams, Payton and Grace Wilhite

Place of Birth: Paris, Texas

Education: Dumas High School 1965

Favorite Scripture:

I can do everything through Him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13 (NIV) Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. Hebrews 11:1 (NIV)

Hobbies: Grandchildren, cross stitching, reading, chocolate (added by webmaster)

 

Lynette Styne  -  Pastor/Music Assistant

Lynette grew up as a child and a youth at FBC Dumas so her roots are well established in the church. Along the way, Lynette has been nurtured and grown into an asset that benefits both the general ministry of the church but also the music ministry as well. She is an asset to the office staff and is always available to assist church members and visitors alike. Lynette is a great reflection of FBC Dumas as an involved and faithful member. She has been employed by FBC Dumas since May 30, 2000.

Family: Mike (husband), 2 sons - Chris (27) and Janelle Styne, Caleb Styne (24), 2 granddaughters - Marleigh (3 1/2) and Presleigh (6 months)

Place of Birth: Dumas, Texas

Education: Dumas High School 1980, college attendance at Amarillo College and West Texas A&M University

Favorite Scripture:

Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in Me. In My Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you may also be where I am. John 14:1-3 (NIV)

And we know in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28 (NIV)

Hobbies: Crafts, reading, drinking coffee, playing with grandbabies, spending time with my family, shopping , Thursday Night Supper Group

E-mail: hamlin.curt@yahoo.com

E-mail: zane_powers@hotmail.com

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E-mail: Lynettes21@live.com

Kim Palser  -  Financial/Youth Assistant

Kim has had the ability to count money at an early age. But if you were to ask her is she ever thought that being responsible for church budget accounts was in her future she would probably have replied that it would be only if God was involved and making it possible. God has made it possible and since April 17, 2000, she has been the financial secretary for FBC Dumas. What is most surprising to those that know her well, she does all the accounting for expenditures and deposits on a regular basis while keeping her shoes on her feet! Seriously, Kim is another asset to the FBC Dumas office and is always willing to help a church member or visitor any day of the week or time of the day.

Family: Scott (husband and webmaster of FBC Dumas), 2 children - Drew (23) and Alyssa (21)

Place of Birth: Fredericktown, Missouri

Education: Dumas High School 1985, Amarillo College Real Estate

Favorite Scripture:

“As My glorious presence passes by, I will put you in the cleft of the rock and cover you with My hand until I have passed. Then I will remove My hand, and you will see Me from behind. But My face will not be seen.” Exodus 33:22-23(NIV)

Consider it pure joy, My brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. James 1:2-3(NIV)

Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Galations 6:9 (NIV)

For it is by grace we are saved, through faith - and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God - not by works, so that no one can boast. Ephesians 2:8-9(NIV)

Now the dwelling of God is with men, and He will live with them. They will be His people, and God  Himself will be with them and be their God. He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away. Revelation 21:3B-4 (NIV)

Hobbies: Attending Drew and Alyssa’s activities in Plainview and spending time with them, studying the Bible, working out, sponsoring youth events at FBC, shopping, reading, traveling, and spending time with family and friends including the Thursday night dinner crew and Bible study time.

E-mail: kim_palser7@hotmail.com