staff & leadership
Senior Pastor – John Salvesen
John and his wife, Carolyn, have been married for 35 years and have called Keller their home for 28. Their older daughter, Brittany, lives in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma with her husband, Dallas, and two daughters and son. Their older son, Brian, and his wife, Emma live in Lewisville. Their younger daughter, Jenna lives in North Richland Hills, and their younger son, Andrew, lives in Abilene, TX. John is a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary with a Master of Theology degree in Pastoral Ministries and a Doctor of Ministry (D. Min.). He has taught at pastors’ conferences in Mexico, Ukraine, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, and Myanmar. John serves on the board of directors for GraceLife Ministry and KATCH (local tennis association). He enjoys tennis, camping, gardening, and being involved in the community.
Worship Pastor – Travis Ham
Travis and his wife, Holland, live in Fort Worth with their three children, Kyla, James, and Zach. Travis is a graduate of the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Arts in Music and a minor in Religion Studies. After graduation, Travis went through Pastor Tommy Nelson’s discipleship program at Denton Bible Church. Travis has served as the pastor over BCBC’s music ministry since 2006. He oversees BCBC’s Young Families ministry. You can hear more of the songs Travis has written at travisham.com.
Youth Pastor – Kyle Davison
Kyle and his wife, Emily, live in north Fort Worth with their daughter, Avery and son, Liam. Kyle is a graduate of Texas Tech University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Minor in Human Development and Family Studies, and he also graduated with a Master’s in Christian Education with a focus on Youth Ministry from Dallas Theological Seminary.
Children’s Pastor – Adam Scott
Adam and his wife, Lillie, live in Saginaw with their seven children: Caden, Isaiah, Jesalyn, Natalie, Adaline, Mackenzie, and Emilie. Adam’s role is both as a pastor to the children of BCBC, and as an equipper of those entrusted with leading and teaching the children of BCBC. He is a graduate of the University of Texas at Dallas with a degree in business. Adam is also a graduate of Tommy Nelson’s discipleship program at Denton Bible Church, where he was on staff in two different roles: 5th & 6th Grade Ministry Director, and SERVE Missionary.
Children’s Ministry Administrator – Sharon Campbell
Sharon and her husband, Bryan, live in Fort Worth with their daughter Loraine. Sharon is graduate of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with a Master’s in Christian Education with a concentration in Ministry Based Evangelism.
Adult Education Director – Dennis Hunt
Dennis and his wife, Becky, live in North Richland Hills. They have two married children and three grandchildren. Dennis & Becky have been BCBC members since 2005. Dennis retired from the US Air Force and completed a Master’s in Christian Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary.
Nursery Coordinator – MelisaWolfe
Melisa and her husband, Monty, live in Keller. They have two grown daughters, Miranda & Madison and one son, Mason.
Office Administrator – Sonia Linker
Sonia and her husband, Phil, live in Keller. They have three sons, Pate (a recent graduate of Texas Tech!), and high schoolers Jase and Sean.
Business Administrator – Jan Donley
Jan and her husband, Dan, live in Bedford. They have two adult sons, Matt and Joel.
Operations Administrator – Blessy Mathew
Blessy and her Naveen, live in North Richland Hills. They have two sons, George and Sebastian, and one daughter, Sarah.
Elders
- Bob Maurer
- James Murray
- John Salvesen
- Roy Samuel
Deacons
- Chris Bennett
- Neil Dickens
- Tim Walek
Who to see about…
Audio/Visual Production: Tim Landers
Awana: Dan & Melissa Tomlin
Benevolence: Chris Schimpf
Business Administrator: Jan Donley
Check Approval: Mark Hafner & Justin Ware
Children’s Church Elementary Coordinators: Adam and Lillie Scott
Children’s Church Preschool Coordinator: Sharon Campbell
Children’s Preschool Sunday School Coordinator: Sharon Campbell
Children’s Elementary Sunday School Coordinator: Sharon Campbell
Children’s Resource Room Coordinator: Sharon Campbell
Communion Preparation: Marianne Hackler
Computer Support: Tim Landers
Exterior Maintenance and Landscaping: Neil Dickens
Finances, Treasurer and Assistant:
- Mark Hafner – Treasurer
- Justin Ware – Assistant Treasurer
Flocks (Small Groups): John Salvesen
Furniture (Table and Chair) setup: Melody Belhat, Penney Warner & Nancy Guzman
Interior (Auditorium) Decorations: Lisann DeWeirdt
Interior Maintenance and Janitorial: Melody Belhat, Penney Warner & Nancy Guzman
Kid Check: Robert McGee
Kitchen Coordinator: Charley Howard
Leadership Development: John Salvesen
Library:
Men’s Ministry: Dennis Hunt & Dean Gillitzer
GLOCAL Group (Mission and Local Outreach):
- Jamie Hines
- Kevin Robicheaux
- Caryn Landers
- Kyle Gibson
- Neil Dickens
- Kyle Davison
- Caryn Landers
- Zach Warner
Missions Subcommittees:
Mexico House Project:
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- Kevin Robicheaux
- Caryn Landers
- Kyle Gibson
- Neil Dickens
- Jamie Hines
Big Summer Mexico Trip:
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- Kyle Davison
- Caryn Landers
- Zach Warner
Monthly Calendar of Events: Blessy Matthew
Music Ministry: Travis Ham
Newcomers Class Coordinator: Roy Samuel
Nursery Coordinator: Melisa Wolfe
Office Administrator: Sonia Linker
Operations Administrator: Blessy Mathew
Prayer Chain: John Salvesen
REVEAL (E-mail Newsletter): Sonia Linker
Safety Team: Chris Bennett
Senior Pastor: John Salvesen
Sermon CDs: Tim Landers
Sunday School Teachers (Children’s)
Ages 2-3 (31-35 Month)
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- Carolyn Salvesen
- Tammy Pulse
4-5 Year Old
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- Amanda Chung
- Kathryn Borders
Kindergarten
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- Shari DeGeorge
- Matthew DeGeorge
Grades 1-2
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- Debbie Truitt
- Lillie Scott
Grades 3-4
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- Tom Hoover
- Alicia White
- Sarah Guthrie
- Christine Hines
- Holland Ham
- Mariah Lewis
- Tom Hoover
Grades 5-6 Girls
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- Pat Landers
- Jan Sillers
Grades 5-6 Boys
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- Zach Warner
- Chris Schimpf
Summer Sunday School: Sharon Campbell
Adult Calibrate (Sunday School): Dennis Hunt
Ushers/Greeters:
- Greeters: Amaury Almeyda
- Ushers: Ken Miller, Chris Schimpf
Vacation Bible School: Binu Samuel
Website: Travis Ham
