As part of our Family Meeting on Sunday, February 23, at 11:00 a.m., Members will affirm Elders and Deacons for 2020-21. Nominees are listed below and a sample ballot is available for your review.
Elder Nominees
Lewis Carl
Testimony: I had the privilege to grow up in a Christian home where the Gospel was not only given but lived out. Christ saved me at an early age after my father gave evening devotions. Though I do not remember that evening, I can clearly see God’s saving power demonstrated throughout my life. Through the influence of my parents and two godly pastors who took an interest in me, serving and ministering to the Body of Christ in various ways—no matter my age—was strongly encouraged. I was later baptized around the age of 16 after realizing the importance of publicly declaring Him as my Savior and following/obeying Him. God used those early opportunities to prepare and instill a love for ministry and missions, which ultimately took me (and later my wife, Sarah) to the mission field of Venice, Italy. Those years in Italy were filled with incredible teaching moments that continue to influence our walk with God today. Heritage has been a huge blessing in not just supporting us while on the field, but providing a place of healing, rest, growth, and service. We are excited to see how God will continue to lead through our Heritage family.
Ministry Involvement:
- Elder
- Impact Sponsor
- Elective Teacher
- Shepherding Group Participant and Former Leader
- Graphic designer/illustrator for various events
- Former missionary/co-pastor of Filipino church in Italy
Travis Fleshman
Testimony: I grew up in a Christian home and was baptized around the age of five. When I was eleven, I attended a Christian camp, and was convicted of my sin. I repented and embraced the gospel. After years of wrestling, I was baptized as a believer, and have continued to grow since. My wife and I have been married for twelve years and have four wonderful children. We continue to pursue God both individually and as a family, anticipating the day when we will finally be with Him.
Ministry Involvement:
- Elder
- Shepherding Group Leader
- Elective Teacher
- Former Preschool Teacher
John Gardner
Testimony: I was saved while in elementary school and have grown in the grace and knowledge of our Lord since then. My wife, Deanna, and I have been attending HBC for 31 years. I am a retired law enforcement officer and currently self-employed.
Ministry Involvement:
- Elder
- Shepherding Group Leader
- Elective Teacher
- Safety Team Coordinator
- Former Deacon
- Former Impact Leader
Pete Hansen
Testimony: I grew up in the great Pacific Northwest. I graduated from Bob Jones University in the early 1980s, and have spent my career as a filmmaker and video producer. My wife Shelley and I have four grown children, and we have been at HBC for 21 years. A godly heritage runs deep in both sides of my family. My parents loved and lived Christ, so much so that I desired and accepted Him as my Savior when I was six years old. Spiritual growth and sanctification thus have been lifelong endeavors, and God continues, both through amazing providences and painful circumstances, to develop Christlikeness in me through His mercy-rich work.
Ministry Involvement:
- Elder
- Shepherding Group Leader
- Elective Teacher
- Global Outreach Team
- Music Team
- Host Ministry
- Former Deacon
Kevin Johnson
Testimony: I had the privilege of being born and raised in a Christian home. As a young child I heard the Gospel and put my trust in Christ as my Savior. In my early teen years I had some doubts but gained assurance and know today that my faith in Jesus’ obedience to His Father on my behalf will result in eternal life in heaven.
Ministry Involvement:
- Elder
- Elder Vice-Chairman
- Children’s Worship Teacher
- Elective Teacher
- Personnel Committee
- Finance Committee
- Global Outreach Team
- Shepherding Group Participant and Former Leader
- Former Deacon Chairman
Dan Rundle
Testimony: By God’s grace I was born to Christian parents and came to Christ at a young age. I’m thankful for the influence of the AWANA ministry throughout my childhood which helped saturate my mind with Scripture. There are many times in my life when God has used difficulty to reveal my idols and deepen my dependence on Him. I’m amazed and humbled by His sustaining grace. Throughout my life He has grown my love for the church—it truly is a gift of grace to live in community with other Christians. Susan and I have been married for almost 15 years and have way too much fun with our four kids.
Ministry Involvement:
- Elder
- Elective Teacher
- Personnel Committee
- Shepherding Group Participant and Former Leader
- Former Deacon
Deacons Nominees
Phil Adams
Testimony: In spite of growing up in a Christian home and making an early profession of faith, I later experienced a very dark period and began to question and doubt everything I had grown up hearing. I lived with these doubts for a long time and foolishly did not seek help–I kept trying to get over them. I prayed multiple times for salvation, but the doubts continued until I finally recognized that I was somehow trusting my faith and not Jesus. Once I understood the completeness of His work for me, I was able to embrace that gift and stop trying to evaluate the genuineness of my faith, and now I can testify that my faith has found a resting place. My wife Valerie and I have been married for 36 years, have been at Heritage that entire time, and have been involved in a variety of different ministry opportunities. We have three married sons and four grandchildren.
Ministry Involvement:
- Elective Teacher
- Shepherding Group Leader
- Host Ministry
- Nursery Ministry
- Former Deacon and Elder
Milton Ashley
Testimony: I was born into a Christian family. I attended church since birth and heard the gospel for as long I as I can remember. My father was a pastor for most of my growing up years. One Sunday evening when I was quite young my mother led me to the Lord before we left to walk to church. We waited a few years for baptism because my parents wanted to be sure that I understood what it meant. They wanted it to be my public profession (not theirs for me), and I appreciate that. I have been involved in Christian education as a teacher and as an administrator since graduating from college. Currently I work at the BJU Press.
Ministry Involvement:
- Former Deacon
- Shepherding Group Leader
- Host Ministry
- Men’s Ministries Team
- Offering Counting Team
Tim Bullock
Testimony: I grew up in a Christian home on Long Island, NY. At the age of four I responded to the Holy Spirit’s call in my life. God used my sister on her birthday to show me my sin and my need for Christ. Now I can look back and see with greater understanding the grace of God. I am grateful Christ paid the penalty for my sin, and His work on the cross appeased God’s wrath. In the 10th grade, I knew I wanted to teach Mathematics. After graduating from Cedarville College with a Pre-Seminary Major, I taught in a Christian school in Michigan where I met my wife, Cynthia. We have four children, three of whom are profoundly deaf. After several moves we are happy to be in Greenville where I teach Mathematics at Berea High School. I am striving to be faithful as God is continually working in my life making me be more like Him.
Ministry Involvement:
- Deacon
- Shepherding Group Leader
- Ordinance Committee
- Technology Team
- Photographer for Pictorial
- Directory
- Men’s Bible Study Leader
Brian Burch
Testimony: I was saved as a child in elementary school. God blessed me with godly parents and the privilege of a Bible based education. By His grace, I have had the honor of serving Lord in many ways and situations over the years. As I have grown in Christ, His grace and mercy, as well as my sinfulness, have become clearer to me.
Ministry Involvement:
- Deacon
- Director of Technology
- Shepherding Group Participant
- Facilities Committee
- Impact Technology Team
Doug Goldstrom
Testimony: I was born and raised in a Christian home. My parents were and still are both great examples of living for Christ and pursuing a walk with Him. Because of this influence I accepted Christ around the age of five. As time went on, I struggled with doubts and fear and prayed many more times for Christ to save me. In 1986 I entered the sixth grade and through my teacher and several messages from Pastor Conley, I realized I needed to be sure of my salvation. Since putting my faith in Christ at that time, Christ has erased all doubts of my salvation and my love for Him and desire to know Him continue to grow. I have been a child of God for the past 33 years and have attended Heritage for 36 years. I was baptized on October 26, 2014 to publicly display my salvation and desire and commitment to serve the Lord.
Ministry Involvement:
- Host Ministry Leader
- Offering Counting Team
- Shepherding Group Participant
John Grove
Testimony: I was blessed to grow up in a godly Christian home and learn at an early age what Christ had done for me on the cross. At the age of 5, I accepted Christ as my Savior after a Sunday school lesson on heaven and hell, and subsequently talking with my parents that afternoon about my need for salvation. Later in life I struggled with doubts about my conversion, and God made it clear to me that my doubts were not because I wasn’t a believer, but because I had been living with hidden sin in my life. After making things right, confessing my sin to God, and getting counsel from my parents and pastor, God gave me the peace that comes with being reconciled to Him. After college, I met my wife Amber while working at Red Cliff Bible Camp in Pinedale, Wyoming. In 2015 I moved to Greenville, got married, and started attending HBC.
Ministry Involvement:
- Technology Team
- Sunday Facilities Assistant
- Music Team
- Shepherding Group Participant
Jim McQuaid
Testimony: I was not blessed with salvation at an early age like many Christians. My family raised me Catholic, believing in God and attending church every Sunday. Fast forward about 25 years later; God blessed me with a devout Christian lady to be my wife. I didn’t even imagine that God was beginning to bring me to Himself, and that He wouldn’t cease His pursuit of me until He accomplished His plan. My wife and her friends prayed for my salvation unceasingly, but I resisted. When my wife developed serious health problems and wasn’t able to drive to church, I began taking her and staying for the service. Several years later, I had a real wake-up call when I had serious surgery. Several months later at a Christmas service, I welcomed Christ into my life, accepting Him as my Savior. I have been an active member of Heritage for 14 years and am working to grow in my faith and relationship with Christ. Another goal is to serve the congregation by helping them feel welcome and pray for them when they are suffering.
Ministry Involvement:
- Deacon
- Benevolence Committee
- Shepherding Group Participant
- Host Ministry
- Technology Team Assistant
Peter Selby
Testimony: I was saved at the age of 4. My parents had the opportunity to lead me and my older brother to Jesus on the same evening after we’d both heard several Sunday school lessons about salvation. While I don’t remember all of the details of that day, my assurance is in the promises of Jesus Christ that He has saved me by grace through faith alone–not in any specific details of anything I did that day, or even in my complete comprehension of the gospel at that time. I was blessed to be raised in a Christian home. We began attending HBC in 1990 where I had the privilege of hearing the Word under Pastor Conley, then Danny Brooks, and now Trent Hunter. Now a family of four, we are excited about the continued opportunities for growth at HBC.
Ministry Involvement:
- Shepherding Group Participant and Former Leader
- Offering Counting Team
- Nursery Ministry
Dan Wilkin
Testimony: I was saved my junior year of high school. I started going to church to get out of work, and the Lord used that to bring me to a saving knowledge of Him. My wife and I have been at Heritage for 37 years.
Ministry Involvement:
- Deacon
- Facilities Committee
- Host Ministry
- Men’s Ministries Committee
- Senior Servants’ Coordinator
- Shepherding Group Participant
- HVAC Maintenance
Tim Winstead
Testimony: I attended Falls Road Baptist Church in Rocky Mount, NC from an early age until my wife and I relocated to Greenville and began attending Heritage approximately seven years ago. Growing up in the home church of the Proteen Youth Program, I was blessed to receive a strong, God‐centered upbringing. Though I made a profession of faith in the fourth grade, it was not until the 10th grade that I genuinely saw myself as a sinner and in need of a Savior. I praise the Lord the He gave me the faith to believe in His finished work alone for the payment of my sins. As His child, it is my desire is to serve Him as He allows.
Ministry Involvement:
- Deacon
- Finance Committee
- Offering Counting Team
- Host Ministry
- Shepherding Group Participant
- HBC Accounting/Bookkeeping Consultant
