Pastor Jonathan and his family joined the KLBC family in August of 2016 as Senior Pastor after serving the Lord in Student and Associate Pastor Ministry for 13 years. Jonathan received his B.S. in Religious Studies, M.A.R in Pre-Pastoral Studies, and M.Div. in Pastoral Ministries from Liberty University, and is nearing completion of his Doctoral Studies with New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Pastor Jonathan's driving passion in ministry is helping others connect into a growing and vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ. Along with his wife Shannon, they are blessed with two fun loving kids, Caleb and Brooke. As a family they enjoy serving the Lord here at KLBC, having fun on the lake, watching Gator sports (especially football!), hunting, going to the movies, and spending time together.
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Ryan Campbell
Youth Pastor
Ryan joined the KLBC staff as youth pastor January 2022. Ryan graduated from Anderson University with a degree in Kinesiology in 2008. He then continued his education to graduate from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary with a Masters of Divinity in Christian Ministry in 2013. Ryan married his wife Robin in 2012 & they have two sweet girls, Dakota, Paisley. As a family, the Campbell's love traveling, hiking & exploring new parks with a goal of exploring every national park.
Ryan says he loves student ministry because "I love teaching students how to study Gods word and then apply it in a meaningful way in their lives as they engage in God’s story."
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Paul Samson Jr
Associate Pastor of Worship
Paul joined the KLBC staff as worship leader in September 2021 and became our associate pastor of worship in June, 2024. He graduated from Trinity Baptist College with a degree in worship arts in 2024. Paul and his wife Elissa met in college and got married in September, 2024. Paul is a gifted guitarist, singer, and worship leader. We are thankful for Paul's leadership in our worship ministry.
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Rhonda Douglas
Children's Director
Rhonda joined the KLBC staff in July of 2023 as our Children's Director. Rhonda loves the Lord and has a heart for children. She is a gifted organizer and leader, and was instrumental in getting our Awana program up and running. Rhonda and her husband Chris are blessed with two children, a son-in-law, and a granddaughter (aka "the Golden Child"). We are thankful to have Rhonda's leadership in our Children's ministry!
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Becky Creamer
Administrative Assistant
Becky joined the KLBC staff in October of 2023 as our administrative assistant. Becky is a devoted follower of Jesus and mother to three teenage boys! She is the first voice you will hear when you contact our offices, and is a kind, gracious, and hard working person. We are blessed to have Becky on our KLBC team!