FBCWC Staff & Leadership

The staff and leadership here at First Baptist West Carrollton is comprised of men and women who love, care and pray for every single person in the church. If you have questions for any of our staff, feel free to reach out and email them or call our church office to speak with them.

  • Scott Wells

    Pastor

    Scott is a graduate of Bryan College and The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is a native of Alabama. Scott is married to the lovely & talented Jay to whom he said when he proposed, "Just don't ask me to move out of the south." Now living in Ohio & as far north into the cold as he cares to go, he is persuaded that God has a fantastic sense of humor. Scott also serves as a military chaplain and loves seeing the body of Christ built up through expositional preaching and discipleship.

  • Dean Deeter

    Music Minister

    Dean & Sharon have been married for over 45 years. They are the proud parents of Josh (Amanda) and Candice (Josh). They also have 4 grandchildren to help keep them busy. Dean & Sharon both attended Miami Shores Baptist Church as children & graduated from West Carrollton High School. They lived in Lexington,Kentucky for over 20 years & moved back to WC in 1997 where they joined the FBCWC family. Having always enjoyed music, Dean has led the handbells for 10 years & became the FBCWC Music Minister in 2016.  As if that wasn't enough, Dean & Sharon also serve as the church janitors. In their spare time, they enjoy all sports- especially UK basketball.  Roadtrips in their Polaris Slingshot is also a favorite activity! 

  • Ron Brown

    Associate Pastor

    Ron & Cheryl Brown believe the Lord has called them to live out this life for His purpose & His glory. Ron serves as the Associate Pastor at FBCWC. In addition, he also shepherds a discipleship group & co-leads the monthly men's breakfast.

    Cheryl currently leads one of our Women's Sunday School classes and previously taught Children's Sunday School. Ron & Cheryl both actively serve in FBCWC outreach initiatives to help share Jesus with our community.

    Ephesians 2:10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.

  • Jay Wells

    AdminIstrative assistant & Student Sunday School

    Janette (Jay) Wells has been married to Scott for 3 decades. They have raised 3 kids and a Basset Hound and are blessed to have added a lovely daughter in law and beautiful granddaughter to the mix!  Jay has worked with all ages from preschool to “keenagers”.  The literary character she most closely identifies with is Waldo from the popular Where’s Waldo series.  Along with running the day-to-day tasks at FBCWC, Jay teaches Student Sunday School, and co-teaches Women’s Bible Study.  She can also be found greeting, serving food, weeding flower beds, and sometimes singing.  Come join us Sunday and see if you can spot Jay!

  • Joel & Kathy Robertson

    Deacon & Adult Sunday School

    Joel serves as a deacon for First Baptist WC since February 2023.  Kathy and Joel grew up in Christian homes. Joel is a missionary kid & grew up in Peru South America. They met during Bible School in Portland, OR. They have been married for over 40 years and have 4 grown children. Kathy is retired and Joel is an electrician. They love church, their grandkids, and scripture. Joel and Kathy teach an adult Sunday School class and serve as needed throughout FBCWC.

  • FRED & SHAWNDA HARRIS

    hARVEST 9:37 STUDENT mINISTRY Directors

    Fred & Shawnda are the parents of 3 adult children, 2 Aussie Doodles, & 1 amazing grandchild! They prayed for a worthwhile pursuit to burn up their extra energy. God provided a wonderful opportunity to direct Harvest 9:37 – FBCWC’s student & young adult ministry. Whether directing Harvest 9:37, leading recreation for VBS, or partaking in other outreach activities, Fred & Shawnda love showing their enthusiasm for Jesus with the next generation. They see God’s blessings as a privilege & aspire to be good stewards of His grace.

  • Greg & Stephanie Yadloski

    Deacon

    Greg serves as a deacon for First Baptist WC since February 2023. Greg and Stephanie have been married for over 30 years.  They enjoy spending time with their growing family and they enjoy kayaking and fishing together (although Greg spends a good amount of time unsnagging Stephanie's line).  Greg and Stephanie feel very blessed that the Lord led them to FBCWC and they are excited to serve their church family!