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SENIOR PASTOR

Rev. W. Shane Nickell

A native Kentuckian born in West Liberty, Pastor Shane became a christian at age 9 and responded to God's call to vocational ministry at age 15. A graduate of Cumberland College and Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Pastor Shane has served churches in Florida and Kentucky. He has led the historic First Baptist Church since 1997. Pastor Shane is committed to solid Biblical preaching and leading the church to fulfill it's call to:

Exalt the Son...
     Evangelize the Lost...
          Equip the Saints...
               Exemplify God's Love...
                    Expand the Kingdom.