What to expect

A traditional church with a heart to love our community toward the gospel.

Meet the Team

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Gary Boyd

Lead Pastor

Gary has been at the Baptist Tabernacle since 2018. He was a youth pastor for 8 years before joining the church. He and his wife, Alicia, have three sons. Education: B.A. in Biblical Studies; M.A. in Ministry; M.Div.

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Jesse Rowland

Senior Adult Pastor

Jesse has been with the Baptist Tabernacle since 2018. He was a pastor for six years and served four years in the United States Marine Corps. He and his wife, Indai, have one son. Education: M.A. in Ministry.

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Johnny Fuller

Music Director

Johnny joined the team in 2025. He is the founder of the New Life Symphony Orchestra in Dallas. He and his wife, Crystal, have 4 children at home. Education: B.A. in Church Music; Master of Music in Orchestral Conducting

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Trevor Holly

Sr. High Youth Director

Born and raised in Talala, Oklahoma, he graduated from Oologah-Talala High School in 2009 and Oklahoma State University in 2015. He and his wife, Layce, have one son, and he works as an aerospace engineer.

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Micaiah Rea

Jr. High Youth Director

Micaiah Rea has been a member of the Baptist Tabernacle since 2018. He has served on the Missions Committee and as a Deacon since 2024. He and his wife, Brittni, have two children. 

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Jerry Schwartz

Facilities Manager

Jerry has been on staff since 2020. He previously worked as a home inspector for 20+ years. Jerry is an Army vet with 9 years of service.

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Tammy Silvestrini

Church Secretary

Tammy has been on staff since 2020. She previously worked in the aerospace industry for 20+ years. She and her husband recently moved here from California.

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Shauna Schwartz

Children's Director

Shauna joined the Baptist Tabernacle in 2020. She has 20+ years of experience in children's ministry. My husband and I are enjoying this season as empty nesters and grandparents to four grandchildren on the East Coast. 

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