Ryan Dickson - Worship FBC, Denison Ryan, a Denison native, has served as Worship Pastor at First Baptist since November 2022. A musician and songwriter for nearly 20 years, he has been involved in church ministry since 2012, serving churches throughout the Texoma area. Ryan believes worship is more than music—it is a lifestyle of offering ourselves fully to God, as described in Romans 12:1. He continues to write and record music and enjoys spending time with his wife, Megan, and their two children, Myles and Audrey. He is also an avid football fan, cheering on the Denison Yellow Jackets, Oklahoma State Cowboys, and Dallas Cowboys.
Jimmy Smith Jimmy Smith is a husband, father, grandfather, pastor, and counselor who has spent more than 30 years serving in local church ministry. He and his wife, Shonda, have three adult children and recently entered the wonderful new season of being grandparents. Whether preaching, teaching, counseling, or simply walking alongside people through life, Jimmy’s desire is simple: to point people to Jesus and help them discover how the truth of God’s Word shapes everyday life, relationships, and family.
Sloan Stephenson FBC Van Alstyne Sloan Stephenson is the Student Minister at First Baptist Van Alstyne. Sloan and his wife Allie have spent nearly a decade serving teenagers, college students, and young adults and helping them follow Jesus. He holds a Masters degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary where he is currently finishing his doctoral studies program.
Billy Kemp - Worship Parkside Baptist Church While playing his bass guitar at a small Church in California “1971” (high on drugs), Billy asked the Lord Jesus to save him! Not only did Jesus save Billy, but He totally delivered him from the addiction! He only asked for salvation, but He had much greater plans!!! Since that day, Billy no longer serves sin!!! Every day since - it’s been an “Oh Happy Day”!
Don Glendenning Calvary Baptist Church Don Glendenning moved to Denison in February 2026 after 30 years in North Carolina. He accepted Christ in 2007 and was later licensed and ordained to ministry. Don served as Pastor of Hobgood Baptist Church from 2017–2026 and currently serves as a lay pastor at Calvary Baptist Church. He has also served in associational and community ministry leadership..
Terry Stogsdill Financial Advisor Terry Stogsdill: Financial Advisor with over 14 years of experience, prior to becoming a Financial Advisor, Terry spent 15 years in the logistics and transportation industry. Terry currently holds an SIE Series 7 & 66 through LPL Financial, and a Texas Insurance License as a General Lines Agent and holds an Accredited Investment Fiduciary, AIF ® Certification. Terry is married to his wife Jeana Stogsdil of 17 years, they have three daughters, Tatumn, Jealynn and Braelynn along with one son, Jayden. They are very involved in the community from coaching youth sports and volunteering at church events. Terry is currently serving on the Untied Way of Grayson County Board of Directors, Sherman Rotary Board of Directors and has previously served over 10 years with Texoma Medical Center Volunteers as President and Scholarship Chair.
Chad & Megan Lacefield Legacy Life Ministry Chad and Megan Lacefield believe following Jesus should shape more than Sunday. It should transform how we love, lead, work, and live at home. Drawing from 30+ years of marriage, ministry, family, and leadership, they bring biblical truth, practical wisdom, real stories, and plenty of humor to the stage. Together, they challenge couples and families to keep faith first, fight for what matters most, and live the legacy God is calling them to build.
Russell Clemons Hebron Baptist Church Russell Clemons grew up in Florida. He is a graduate of the University of Florida and Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He served as a Senior Pastor for 50+ years in Kentucky, Florida and Texas. He is now retired but still active in ministry.
Justin Wheatley Financial Advisor Justin Wheatley has been a financial advisor for Edward Jones in Denison since 2019. He is married to his wife, Stacey, and has 2 sons. He enjoys spending time with family, community outreach, technology, personal fitness, and is a sports enthusiast. He is a member of Georgetown Baptist Church in Pottsboro.
Austin Lambert GBA Mission Strategist Austin Lambert is an outdoor enthusiast, passionate student of God’s Word, and advocate for the local church. He holds a Master of Arts in Christian Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Texas A&M University-Commerce. Formerly the BSM Director at Grayson College, Austin now serves as Associational Mission Strategist for the GBA, strengthening and supporting churches throughout Grayson County through gospel-centered leadership, encouragement, and equipping.
Brad Spivey FBC Sherman Brad Spivey graduated from Denison High School in 2004 before leaving the Texoma area for college, career, marriage, and eventually three children. In 2020, the Lord called Brad and his family back home to Texoma. After coming to know Christ as his Savior at age 19, Brad developed a deep desire to study Scripture and understand what it means to faithfully follow Jesus. Since 2012, he has served in youth and young adult ministry, passionate about sharing with the next generation the Lord he has come to know and love.
Katy Cope Financial Advisor With a career built around helping individuals and families make confident financial decisions, I am passionate about guiding clients through every stage of life’s financial journey. I focus on personalized financial strategies, retirement planning, wealth preservation and long-term investment planning designed to help my clients achieve meaningful, lasting goals. Throughout my career, I have focused on helping people navigate some of the most significant financial decisions of their lives. By advising clients on major asset and wealth-building decisions over the years, I developed a deep understanding of how personal finances, market conditions and life transitions intersect. Today, I bring that experience into my role as a financial advisor, helping clients create comprehensive financial strategies that align with their values, priorities and long-term objectives. I am committed to building lasting relationships grounded in trust, education and personalized service. I work closely with individuals, families and business owners to develop strategies focused on retirement readiness, portfolio diversification, risk management, education savings and legacy planning. My approach is centered on listening first, educating clearly and creating tailored financial solutions that help my clients feel confident, informed and prepared for the future.