Pastor – Rev. Scott Helton

Our Pastor, Scott Helton, has been in ministry since he was in college.  He began his ministry at Central Heights Baptist Church of Dandridge serving as Minister of Music.  From there, Scott served at Alpha Baptist Church and Morningside Baptist Church of Morristown as Interim Music Minister.  He was ordained as a deacon of Alpha Baptist during his tenure there.  God called Scott to serve at Russellville Baptist Church as the Music Minister for 8 years.  It was at Russellville that God called Scott to preach.  Scott became the Pastor of Bethel Baptist Church of Morristown in 2011 and served there until 2018 when God led him to be the Pastor of Fairfield Baptist.  Scott is the Music Teacher at East Ridge Middle School and Meadowview Middle School.  His wife, Angela, is the RTI Specialist at Russellville Elementary School.  Their daughter, Brooke, recently graduated from MTSU with a degree in Criminal Justice and Pre-Law.  Brooke is married to Will Taylor of Knoxville.

Pastor to Youth – Andrew McGinnis   

Andrew began his tenure as Youth Leader in 2022.  He and his wife Courtney are the proud parents of Lily!  Andrew is the Assistant Principal and Athletic Director at Claiborne County High School.  Courtney is a School Nurse at Manley Elementary in Morristown. Our youth group meets for Bible study, games, and a small dinner on Wednesday evenings at 6:30.  Come join the fun!

Children’s Director – Shanna McGinnis   

Shanna is no novice when it comes to working with children.  She been a long time teacher and Instructional Coach in the Hamblen County School System.  She currently teaches 3rd grade at Russellville Elementary.  Shanna is married to Corey, who is a teacher and Head Basketball Coach at Claiborne County High School.  Corey and Shanna are the proud parents of Thomas and Addie.  Our children have fun activities, a small dinner,  and Bible study each Wednesday evening at 6:30.  Come join them!

Church Secretary – Regina Countess