Ben Moore, a proud native Texan, has been serving in church ministry since 2018. He began his pastoral journey as Pastor of Worship & Students at his church in Greenville TX, where he led worship and student ministry, preached throughout the year, taught Sunday School, coordinated worship services, and fulfilled a variety of pastoral responsibilities. In 2025, Ben was called to serve as the lead pastor of FBC Fannett.

Before entering ministry, Ben served as an Infantryman in the U.S. Army for four years, including a deployment to Afghanistan. After his military service, he earned degrees in Economics and Biblical Studies in May 2025, from Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, MS.

Ben and his wife, Georgetta, have been married since 2016 and are blessed with two young children.

Ben’s ministry centers on faithful, expository preaching of God’s Word, trusting the Holy Spirit to change lives. He believes in prayerful dependence on God, Christ-centered worship, and a culture of discipleship where every believer serves, grows, and engages in gospel outreach locally and globally.

Robert and his wife Kathy have been married for nearly 50 years. He has faithfully served the Lord in various teaching roles over the years. Robert has previously served as a Deacon and now serves as an Elder. He has a deep love for the Hamshire-Fannett community and has led multiple men’s ministry events and outreach efforts. In his free time, he enjoys fishing and hunting with his sons and grandsons.

Johnny Maurich was born and raised in Southeast Texas. After marrying his wife, Cindy, in June 1978, the couple made their home in the Hamshire–Fannett area. They are blessed with two grown daughters, Kristina and Kerrie, and three grandsons.

Johnny retired from Union Pacific Railroad after 41 years of service. Though he was not raised in a Christian home, he came to know Jesus Christ at the age of 36 and has faithfully served Him ever since. He was ordained as a Deacon on October 13, 2002, and now serves as an Elder. For the past 25 years, Johnny has also served as Adult Sunday School Director and as part of the audio-visual worship team. He especially enjoys spending time with the children’s ministry.

His favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

In his free time, Johnny enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.

David’s grandfather was one of the founders of Fannett Baptist Church, and David has been a member his entire life. Over the years, he has served in many roles, including treasurer, music director, and youth director. He has also served as a Deacon and now as an Elder. One of his favorite places to serve is the nursery, where he loves caring for the little ones.

David and his wife, Sally, were married at Fannett Baptist Church in June 1974—before the church’s name was later changed to First Baptist Church of Fannett. They are blessed with two grown children and four grandchildren.

David retired from rice farming and cattle ranching, though he still enjoys maintaining his land. Working the soil brings him a special closeness with God. One of his fondest memories is serving in the Texas A&M Corps of Cadets, where he graduated with a degree in Agronomy.

Go Aggies!

Korissa was called to serve at First Baptist Church of Fannett in March 2021. Before stepping into this role, she gained valuable experience in children’s ministry as an student, then intern at the church where she grew up. Having started her own walk with Christ as a preteen, she deeply understands the life-changing impact Jesus can have on a child’s heart. Her passion is to reach families in the Hamshire–Fannett community and encourage them to grow God’s Kingdom within their own homes.

Her first ministry is to her husband and children, but together they joyfully join her in serving this church body. Korissa and her husband, Ethan (Deacon) were married in July 2015. They are blessed with four children: Avery, Rian, Grey, and Isla.

Rebekah developed a love of music at a young age and began playing the piano in church at the age of 12. Her desire is to inspire the congregation to worship the Lord “in spirit and truth” through His gift of music. Rebekah is married to Will (Deacon) and they have two children, Lucy and Sam.

Kyle Miller is married to his wife, Cynthia, and together they are blessed with eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Kyle and Cynthia treasure every moment they can spend with their family and also enjoy traveling together.

Kyle spent much of his career in the oil and gas industry, living in Alaska, Colorado, and North Dakota. After retiring in 2024, he and Cynthia returned home to Fannett to be close to family and their church family.

Kyle loves sharing the Word of the Lord and is grateful to be part of God’s greater plan. He was ordained as a deacon in February 2025. A special milestone in his walk of faith was baptizing his sister, Beth, and his brother-in-law/cousin, Conan Samson.

Jordan is husband to Emily. The couple have two children, Ava and Timothy.

Ethan, husband to Korissa (Minister to Preschool & Children), was ordained as a deacon in January 2025. He and Korissa are blessed with four children: Avery, Rian, Grey, and Isla.

Ethan works as a chemical engineer in the refinery industry. Since Joining FBCF, he has faithfully led the youth group on Wednesday evenings and currently teaches an adult Sunday morning class. He is actively involved in several ministries, including outreach through basketball and supporting all children’s ministries. Above all, Ethan is dedicated to leading his family in the goodness of God, raising his children to walk in the way they should go.

A special milestone for Ethan and Korissa was baptizing their daughter Avery on April 20, 2025.

Will & his wife, Rebekah (Worship Leader), have been members at FBCF since 2019 and have two young children, Lucy and Sam. Will currently works in Oil & Gas and likes to dove hunt, fish, and play sports in his free time. He has served as a deacon since 2025.