JOEL FRANKS, LEAD PASTOR

Joel and Melanie Franks come from a long and successful pastorate in Glasgow, Kentucky. Joel grew up in a church planting family and has had many years of experience in ministry.

BJ EATON, YOUTH PASTOR

BJ and Joann come to this team from a part-time ministry in Glasgow, Kentucky.  BJ holds a degree in Police Administration and has worked full-time in law enforcement while serving part-time in ministry at the First FWB Church in Glasgow, Kentucky.

AMILCAR CASTRO, HISPANIC PASTOR

Amilcar and Mayra moved to the Athens from El Progreso, Honduras in October of 2021. Pastor Amilcar successfully started three churches in Honduras. He is excited to be a part of the Cultivate family.