Ministries at FBC Trussville exist to help people grow in faith and live out the Gospel daily. We equip every generation through discipleship, service, and community to follow Christ and make an impact.
Chris Chambers
Minister of Missions & Pastoral Care
Chris was born in Collierville, TN, living all over the Midwest before joining the First Baptist staff in 1999. Chris met his wife Michelle in Kansas City, MO, and the two later moved to Shawnee, OK to attend Oklahoma Baptist University where he majored in Church Music. He attended Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary before moving to Trussville. Marrying in 1985, Chris and Michelle have three adult children, two daughters and a son. They welcomed their first grandchild in 2023. Chris enjoys traveling and watching football in the Fall.
James Long
Minister of Homebound Care
James came back on staff at First Baptist in August 2023. He previously served here for almost 20 years as Minister of Education. He grew up in Sylacauga where he graduated from B. B. Comer High School. James is also a graduate of Auburn University and New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. James and his wife Shirley have two children: Amy (Jeff), and Alan (Dina), who are also members of First Baptist. They enjoy spending time with their nine grandchildren, working in their yard, fly-fishing, and experiencing the beach whenever possible.
Beth Williams
Missions & Pastoral Care Assistant
Beth devoted 16 wonderful years to teaching music at the Wee Center, a role she held close to her heart. A proud graduate of Hewitt-Trussville High School, she has been an active member of First Baptist Church Trussville since 1989. Beth and her husband, Greg, are the proud parents of three sons—Noah, Cade, and Pate. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, spending time outdoors, and has a lifelong passion for music.
Judy Branch
Missions & Pastoral Care Assistant
Judy and her husband, Woody, have been happily married for 39 years. They have 2 adult children and 6 grandchildren. She grew up in Center Point and attended Erwin High School.
She loves relaxing on the beach with a good book, cheering on her grandsons at their sporting events, and thrift shopping with her granddaughters.
Start your summer with us at our annual Summer Kickoff on May 20 from 5 to 7pm. We’ll be gathering in the front parking lot for a time of fun, fellowship, and food! Enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers, and live music from Three On a String. Bring a lawn chair, grab a friend, and come ready for a great evening together!
Meal Sign Up
Mrs. Georgia and her team will be preparing delicious hamburger and hotdog meals for our Summer Kickoff! To help them plan, please let us know how many people will be attending by completing the sign-up below.
Please note: There will not be a to-go option as we want as many as possible to gather and fellowship as we launch into a Summer packed with missions, camps, and other age group ministry programs.
Chris Chambers
James Long
Beth Williams
Judy Branch
