Leadership

Pastors & Ministry Directors

Currently Searching

Senior Pastor

Our Pastor Search Team is currently accepting resumes, and our Church Family is praying for the next man of God who will serve as our Pastor.

Michael Sapp

Worship Pastor

Michael came to Francis in January of 2019 after serving churches in Kentucky, Indiana, Georgia and North Carolina. However, Florida has always been home, and he is happy to be at Francis. Michael is married to Christen and they have 3 children. 

Travis Bale

Student Ministries Director

Travis is a lifelong Palatka resident and leads our Unashamed Student Ministries. Also an employee of Seminole Electric, Travis has a passion to see students grow in their knowledge of Christ and His Word. Travis is married to Paula, and they have 2 daughters.

Kaylyn Best

Children's Director

Having been a child and grown up at Francis, Kaylyn has a love for our children's ministry because she is a product of it. Kaylyn is married to Josh, and they have two boys. 

Ginny Brantley

College and Career Director

Our SALT College and Career is led by Ginny Brantley every Wednesday night. Ginny is married to Jeff and they have two children.

Scott Coulliette

Men's Ministry Director

Also serves as a lay preacher and owner/operator of Scott's Upholstery, Scott leads our men in a variety of study and fellowship times.

Tonya Whitehurst

Women's Ministry Director

Tonya works for the Putnam County School District and also leads our Woven Women's Ministries. With multiple studies and fellowships throughout the year as well as Women's Retreats and Conferences, our Women's Ministry is designed to engage ladies of all ages. Tonya is married to Ron, and they have 4 children.