Neil Franks serves as our senior pastor. He is married to Kendra and has two boys Nathan, age 9 and Travis age 5. The Franks' joined the First Baptist journey in March 2007. Neil is known for his teaching, off-beat sense of humor, and “research." He is currently working on a Doctor of Ministry degree at Midwestern Seminary. He plans on retiring from First Baptist in twenty six years and working at Silver Dollar City, taking up tickets, growing a long beard and wearing overalls.

Staff member of the month 

Jeff Wilcox is celebrating his 17th year on the fbc staff. He currently serves as Minister of Music & Education. He's also celebrating 27 years of marriage to his wife, Jeanne. Together they have 7 children. Jeff's entire family is involved in the music ministry of fbc in one aspect or another.Jeff also serves in a volunteer capacity as a Chaplain for the Branson Fire Department; he's also earned the rank of Captain on the BFD. In his free time, Jeff enjoys motorcycle rides and spending time with Jeanne and the children.