MEET THE STAFF

My name is Cecil Barden and my wife is named Joyce. We have been married for twenty-eight years. We have one daughter and one son. My daughter’s name is Alora and she’s a 2022 graduate of the University of Georgia. Go Dawgs! She is presently at Mercer School of Medicine
in the Preclinical Science Graduate program. My son’s name is Aren and he’s a 2022 graduate of Dodge County High school in Eastman, Georgia. He is presently a freshman at Middle Ga. State University in Cochran Georgia. I am a graduate of Dodge County High school. I am the Pastor and Founder of Faith in Action Baptist Church in Eastman, Georgia. Also, I have a B.S. Degree
in Criminal Justice from Mercer University and a Master of Divinity degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. I am currently working on my Doctorate of Ministry through New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.

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Jonathan Dean, originally from Rome, GA, has served as the minister of music at Faith in Action Baptist Church since 2008. A veteran of the United States Air Force (2001–2007), he brings over 20 years of musicianship and leadership to his ministry. He holds a B.A. in Music Education from Georgia Southwestern (2014) and a Master’s in Education Leadership (2021). Guided by the mission, "Love God, Reach People," Jonathan inspires worship through his passion for music and service.

Jonathan is a loving husband to Ladonna Dean and a proud father of five. His dedication to creating vibrant, spirit-filled worship experiences and mentoring others has made him a cornerstone of the church’s music ministry.

My name is Chris Parker and my wife is named Brittany. We have been married for eight years. We have one daughter, my daughter's name is No' Lynn Everleigh. I am the Media/online Ministry Leader of Faith in Action Baptist Church in Eastman, Georgia. I have a B.S. Degree in technology, a Master of Arts in Microsoft Office all from Liberty University.