Leadership

Pastor & Staff

Chris Smith

Pastor

Chris was called to be pastor of FBC in September of 2013. He accepted Christ at the age of 27 while attending Independent Bible Church in Martinsburg, WV. In May of 2010, he graduated from Appalachian Bible College with a B.A. in Bible/Theology (Pastoral Studies – English). He is currently working on a MTS at Shepherds Theological Seminary. Prior to dedicating his life to full-time vocational ministry, he earned a B.S. in Accounting from Shepherd College (May 1993) and worked in the private sector for over 14 years. Chris and his wife Mary have a daughter, Karlee Forren, and a son, Cary.