A Family of Faith...

 Bro. Dwight Everett, Senior Pastor

 
I was born and reared in Madison County, Alabama, graduated from Madison County High School, received my BA in World Religions from Athens University and earned a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Ministries from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in New Orleans, LA. and I am currently enrolled in the D. Min program, Evangelism and Church Growth, at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky.  At LBC, we believe the primary purpose of the church is to worship God. Worship is allowing the Lord Jesus to manifest Himself in our flesh in this life. Worship is not an option and isn't receiving something from God but the presentation of our bodies to His service. When God's people worship they are available and empowered for evangelism and other purposes He has for us. At LBC, the inerrancy of the bible is reflected in all that we do. We have a place for you! A place to worship - a place to serve - a place for your spiritual gift - a place for your children - a place to call "home".

  My wife, Vickie, teaches first grade at Hatton Elementary School and our two children live in  Scottsboro, Alabama where they attend Calvary Baptist Church

 Bro. Eric Kachur, Minister of Music & Education

 EricAKachur@juno.com

Eric was born and raised in Michigan. After graduating from High School he moved to Mississippi and attended college at Northeast Community College in Booneville on a full-tuition scholarship playing percussion in the band.  During his first year in college, the Lord began to deal with him about the ministry, and he answered that call in 1984.  He then attended Blue Mountain College on a scholarship from the Admissions office as a representative in the singing and instrumental group, "2nd Century."  At the age of 19, he began working as a Minister of Music in small rural Baptist churches in North Mississippi, and doing music in revivals for fellow students of Blue Mountain.  He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Church Music and a double minor in Bible & Sociology in 1989.  He was called to his first full-time ministry position after graduation to West End Baptist Church of West Point, Mississippi, a position he had already held for one year in a part-time capacity.  In the Fall of 1992, Eric started as a full-time student of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and in 1994 he received a Master of Arts in Christian Education.  Since that time he has served churches in Florida and Alabama, including working at Leighton Baptist from 1996-1998. 

While serving at Leighton, Eric met his wife, the former Kala Beaver of Muscle Shoals, AL and they wed in 1997.  They have no children and one very spoiled cat promptly named, Staccato.

Eric most recently served for 7 and 1/2 years at Westside Baptist Church of Tuscumbia, AL.  He is glad to return to Leighton and looks forward to building up numbers in Sunday School, seeing people accept Christ as Savior, and leading our congregation in heartfelt worship.

 Bro. Adrian Frazier, Youth Minister

I was raised in Scottsboro, Alabama where I received Christ when I was twelve years old.  My senior year I began to feel that the Lord had placed a call on my life for the ministry.  When I graduated from Scottsboro High School, I immediately began working with and learning from my youth minister.  I began by leading small groups and teaching lessons on retreats and filling in during Sunday School.  During this time I also attended Northeast Alabama Community College and spent a summer in Panama City, Florida being discipled and doing missions.  During this time God began to give me a love for ministry and a passion for discipleship.  When I finished school a Northeast, I moved to Florence, AL and began attending the University of North Alabama.  At UNA, I studied to become an elementary school teacher, and graduated with a Bachelors degree in May of 2007.  Also while I was at UNA, I was involved with the Baptist Campus Ministries where I began going on mission trips.  I have been on short term mission trips to Gulf Shores, Honduras, and San Antonio.  I also spent a summer in Olympia, Washington working with a church.  Most recently I served as youth minister in a part time position at Hampton Heights Baptist Church.

I am very excited about teaching the students about all that Christ has for them. I believe that Jesus set for us an example, and we are to follow in his steps.

 Miss Kala Weatherby , Children's Ministry Director

I Love Kids!  The Lord has worked in my life and given me such a strong desire to work with kids and have an opportunity to lead them to Him.  I can think of no greater calling on my life than to lead children to the Father and nurture them in their spiritual growth.  Here at Leighton Baptist Church we are blessed with teachers and volunteers who truly love and have a heart for children.  We plan all events under the overarching goal of leading children to a personal relationship with Christ.  In fact our children’s department is even named Salvation Station! Come and see what we are up to.  We have age graded Sunday School, Children’s Worship, RAs, GAs, and Wednesday night Bible study.  If you have a child in sixth grade or under then we have a space for them.  We would love to visit with you!  If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact me at the church or email me.  I would love to serve you if I can.

 Lee Ann Akers, Secretary

I was born and raised in Huntsville, Alabama and graduated from J.O. Johnson High School; I earned an Associates degree from Calhoun Community College. I am the mother of two wonderful children, Rachel and Wil.

My husband, Billy, and I attend church regularly along with our children. I give praise to the Lord for all I have had, have now and will have in the future...

"... Let your light shine before men..."

                                    Matt. 5:16