Being a member of Kirksville First Assembly for over 20 years, Pastor Shawn first held the position of Associate Pastor/Youth Pastor since 2017, while at the same time holding a position as a teacher for Kirksville High School. Following the stepping down of the Pastor in 2022, Pastor Shawn stepped up as interim until a permanent Pastor was found. After about a year, with lots of support and prayer, Pastor Shawn accepted the position of Lead Pastor in April 2023. Now with his wife, Angela, they are building up and training the body of believers here at Kirksville First Assembly. Their mission: to be
Christ-Centered, Bible-Engaged, Spirit-Empowered, and Missions-Participating.
Jason hails originally from Iowa. When work moved him and wife, Joyce, to Kirksville, they became a part of the Kirksville First Assembly family. Jason works as a Manager for Hobby Lobby. He and Joyce lead two Connection groups - Sunday mornings and the 1st and 3rd Sunday evenings. Once in a while you'll catch Jason narrating/teaching for our kid's events. Jason is also one of the biggest encouragers of our church family.
Lois was raised in the Kirksville First Assembly of God family. She knows the ends and outs of how each ministry has worked and not worked over the years. She has been blessed to have known many people who have come and gone through the years. Lois works for Connection Bank here in Kirksville as a loan processor. Lois also is the church treasurer and oversees the Secretary/Bookkeeper with the accounting and contributions. Lois is one fantastic lady and is always willing to serve others.
Matthew was raised within the Kirksville First Assembly family. With his wife, Tiffany, they are raising their children up to know the Lord with their spiritual family. Matthew works at Kirksville Motor Company, but you can find him on Sundays playing bass in the Worship Team and on Wednesdays leading the Royal Rangers. Matthew is a great asset to Kirksville First Assembly.
Brice and wife Raelynn also originate from Iowa, where they have been in church their whole lives. They have been a part of the Kirksville First Assembly family since 2015, and have 3 fantastic kids. Brice works for the Department of Conservation, and is also a Royal Ranger leader on Wednesday nights. Brice always has a smile for everyone he meets.
Shawn and Angela Meintz
Jason and Joyce Dennis
Matthew and Tiffany Ellis
Lois Helton
Bobbie Robie