OurStaff - First Baptist Church of Wood River

We are proud to introduce you to our team of dedicated staff -- a group of Christian professionals who strive to serve our parishioners and community.

Rev. Rob Kirbach, Senior Pastor

Reverend Kirbach has been leading the administrative and spiritual needs of our church since January, 2011. He is a gifted and energetic young pastor, passionate about ministry and a welcomed asset to the Wood River Community.

Robbin Butler, Worship Leader

Robbin's peaceful and welcoming presence is an inspirational source of leadership in our weekly worship services. Serving as liturgist and cantor, Robbin assists the pastor by leading several parts of the worship service.

First Baptist Church of Wood River welcomes Jenney Crain, our new Office Administrator (Secretary).

Jenney is a member of Fosterburg Baptist Church where her husband serves as the Senior Pastor. She has served as a secretary/administrative assistant and financial secretary for several churches and colleges/universities throughout the Midwest and South. Jenney is passionate about serving Christ and His Church and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to our church office.

Alan Thompson, Head Usher

From recruiting acolytes and ushers to helping visitors feel at home, Alan enjoys serving the church by making sure all the "behind the scenes" tasks are taken care of on Sunday mornings.

Gary Wallace, Custodian

Gary provides a valuable service to the church congregation by supervising and maintaining the safety and cleanliness of our facilities.

Jean Sandbach, Music Director

Jean is a dedicated servant whose musical gifts cannot go unnoticed in this church. Aside from accompanying the singing of hymns in worship, Jean also leads the choir and organizes many special music events in the church.

Travis Thompson, Youth Director

Travis leads our growing group of middle and high school students in a variety of spiritually nurtering devotional and fellowship activities.

Gary Baldwin, Bus Driver

From Sunday school and worship to special outings and events, Gary is a professional driver whose service to the church is much appreciated.