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Community Baptist Church Our Team

We all work together in the family of God! Here are some of our leaders.

Andrew Witherell, Pastor

Andrew has served as pastor since the summer of 2022. He has been married to Katherine since 2008 and they have been blessed with three children.

Andrew graduated with his Master’s in Pastoral Studies at Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary. He has enjoyed serving in several churches and other ministries over the years including serving as Sunday school coordinator and deacon at Faith Presbyterian Church, teaching Sunday school and Vacation Bible School at Darby Community Church, and serving on Vida Nueva weekends for many years. He has also been blessed to go on several missions trips including a four-month internship in Nicaragua.

Andrew also enjoys spending time with his family, playing golf and Chess, and following NFL football.

Jimmy Allen, Treasurer

 Jimmy serves faithfully in many capacities including Treasurer, Trustee, and adult Sunday school teacher, and puts a smile on our faces every Sunday morning during announcements.

Katherine Witherell, Worship Leader

Katherine serves as worship leader and children’s Sunday school teacher. She has enjoyed teaching piano and leading choirs and worship teams for many years. She has also served in nursery, children’s churches, and Vacation Bible School in several churches over the years. She also enjoys homeschooling her and Andrew’s three children, writing music, practicing Spanish and American Sign Language, and tending to the family’s chickens.

Samantha Allen, Secretary and Event Planner

Samantha works diligently keeping us all on track as secretary and event planner as well as co-head kitchen with Sister Rachel Clark.