Pastor Len graduated from University of Dubuque and Central Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Kansas. He has pastored two other churches while in seminary and graduated in 2007. He and his family moved to Red Oak in July of 2007. 

Pastor Len believes that everyone shares a commonality when it comes to making mistakes and not wanting to admit our mistakes to others. Drawing on his own failures and shortcomings, he uses illustrated teachings with real-life application to assure us that God's not mad or ready to punish us just because we aren't perfect. He knows by experience the greatness of God and wants everyone to know that God is the best when it comes to loving and forgiving us. Pastor Len preaches the Good News that despite our failings- no matter who we are and what we've been through - Christ has paid the price for our shame through the cross once and for all! His challenging message to all is accept God's forgiveness, forgive yourself and "use your life to change a life".

Kris has a been working with children and teens for over fourteen years. She has a passion for making sure each child knows he or she is valuable and loved. She also believes in finding the gifts God has given to each child or teen and working to develop those gifts. Kris also works as the church secretary and website administrator.

Kris has been married to Pastor Len for 14 years and they have two daughters and one granddaughter.

She enjoys movies, reading, traveling, camping and cooking.

Please feel free to contact Kris with any questions you have about First Baptist Church 712-623-9322 or 712-370-9324.

Jen is our Worship Team Leader. She has a passion for music that she believes God has given her for the purpose of bringing hearts to Christ through music. She also facilitates "Girlfriends" which meets on Tuesday nights to support and encourage women with all aspects of life.

Jen is engaged and has four children. She enjoys shopping, camping, and time with family and friends.

Please email Jen if you have any questions pertaining to Worship Ministry or Girlfriends.

Roger handles everything from cleaning, setting up and tearing down for events to fixing things and maintaining the church grounds. Roger is also the Co-leader of our Men's Ministry. He has a servant heart and is a vital part of our ministry staff and congregation.

Roger enjoys history, collecting things, and camping.