First Baptist Church Staff

 The First Baptist Church of Rushville is a church in the midst of Holy-Spirit inspired transition. “Church” is being re-imagined and re-designed to provide new opportunities to encounter the Divine. For instance, the children’s wing is being changed to accommodate a novel way of presenting Bible stories. Kids will be taught the classic stories of the Bible using four different learning styles in four different environments [computer room, movie theater, craft room and drama room] on four consecutive weeks. The Sanctuary will be remodeled starting in September to accommodate a traditional and contemporary service.

Also we understand that different generations encounter Jesus under different circumstances and through other worship experiences. Our Journey service provides younger adults a more contemporary worship time. The gospel will be presented and the Bible will be taught, but in a non-traditional way.

So if you are interested in visiting a house of God that’s changing by listening to the leading of the Holy Spirit; if you want to bring your children to a house of God where they will be excited and energized about Jesus, and if you want to hear the Word of God taught in a way that is faithful to the original text in its original ‘language’ but done so in a practical way that has the potential to be a life-changer- Come visit First Baptist Church of Rushville. 

We look forward to your visit!
 
 
 

Church Leaders:

Our leadership team recognizes the authority of God, and realizes that we are shepherds who serve under the Chief Shepherd, Jesus Christ. We desire to devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the Word. Our passion and goal is to equip the believers for the work of the ministry until we all attain maturity in the fullness of Christ.
 

 Pastor Cody Hensley- Senior Pastor

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Pastor Cody has been in pastoral ministry for 13 years. He began as a youth minister, but has also served as a family pastor and a spiritual formation pastor. He is committed to shepherding individuals to Christ, engaging the community in missionary work and community outreach. His hobbies include hunting, fishing and reading a good book.
 
 
 
 
 

Shelle Fraley – Pianist

Our church pianist, Shelle Fraley, is a former music teacher who also serves as Deaconess and Praise Team member. She enjoys knitting, crocheting, and spending time with family, including great-grandson Forrest and great-nephew Gary. She lives with her husband Link and a menagerie of pets.
 
 
 

Elaine Williamson-Secretary

Elaine Williamson has been a member since 2004. During this time she has enjoyed serving her church family thru her participation with the youth and in music. She has also served on the Board of Education, Deaconesses, and as the Sunday School Attendant. Elaine is married to her husband, Scott, has one daughter, Robyn, and two grandsons, Gabriel and Blake.
Elaine has spent 28 years in manufacturing, learning skills she plans to put to use serving her church family, friends,      and community.
 
 

Rita Kaster-Custodian

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Rita was born and raised in Rushville. She graduated from Rushville Consolidated High School in 1980. She also married Randy Kaster in 1980. Randy joined the USMC; therefore, Rita leaved in a few different states. Throughout the years she has resided in California, Mississippi, and North Carolina. Rita has a bachelors degree from Indiana University, with a concentration in social work. She also has certifications in drug and alcohol abuse.Rita enjoys spending time with family. She has three children and 6 grandchildren. 
 
 
 

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