Rev. Dr. David Sapp

Interim Pastor

David Sapp received his Bachelor of Arts from Mercer University, his Master of Divinity and Doctor of Philosophy from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.

 

He is the retired pastor of the Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church in Atlanta. He has taught as an adjunct in several seminaries and has written widely for denominational periodicals.  He served as Interim Pastor at Spring Hill Baptist Church, Mobile, AL; Wilton Baptist Church, Wilton, CT; Madison Baptist Church, Madison, GA; and Second Avenue Baptist Church, Rome, GA.

David has been married to his wife Linda for 52 years, is the father of two adult sons and the doting grandfather of five wonderful grandchildren.

Email: pastor@fbc-commerce.org

Dr. Todd Chandler

Director of Music Ministries and Interim Director of Youth Ministries

Todd Chandler is a native of Jackson County. He is a 1991 graduate of Jackson County Comprehensive High School and is now the choral director at his high school alma mater. He earned his undergraduate degree in Music Education in 1995 from Shorter College, his graduate degree from Piedmont College and his doctorate from University of Georgia. Todd currently resides in Commerce with his wife, Renee, and their three children.-

He has conducted choirs and orchestras that have performed in prestigious concert halls and churches throughout Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, and Austria. 

When Todd isn't working on music, he is spending time with his family at the lake or the beach. He enjoys water skiing, silly movies, camping in the mountains and is a history buff. 

Email: todd@fbc-commerce.org

Kathy Pruett

Organist

Kathy Pruett is a life-long member of First Baptist Church of Commerce. Along with her family, Kathy was actively involved in the programs of the church. She served as church organist during high school. Kathy graduated from the University of West Georgia, moved to Atlanta and began her career in international hotel sales management.  

Since Kathy and her husband, Ernie, moved back to Commerce, Kathy served as interim organist at the Commerce First United Methodist Church for 7 years and church organist at FBC Commerce for over 15 years. As well as her responsibilities as organist, she has participated in many activities of the church; she has served terms on the deacon board and several other standing committees.

Kathy and Ernie have three children and eight grandchildren. Since retiring, they spend most of their time on Lake Lanier enjoying time with family and friends. 

Judy Eubanks

Pianist

Mrs. Judy Eubanks has served as FBC pianist since 1985. She first began her service as church musician over fifty years ago (1965), at the age of 13. The former Judy White, she is a lifelong resident of Commerce and is a graduate of Commerce High School. She is married to Johnny Eubanks and they have two sons and three grandsons. She is retired from Commerce Printing, after 33 years as graphic designer. She is President of the Four Seasons Garden Club and is a member of the Commerce Athletic Booster Club. She loves watching her grandsons play sports and working among her flowers. After retiring, she is still doing design and printing from her home where she operates Judy's Print Shop.

Sherry Jennings

Administrative Assistant

Bringing over 20 years of administrative and customer service experience. She moved to Georgia in 1995, finally making her way to Athens in 2022. She has a passion for the elderly,

spending time as a volunteer, caregiver and in business Operations for an Assisted Living facility. She also adores children. Sherry is grateful to be a part of the FBC Commerce family. Sherry has two grown children, Katie and Brian, and is grandmother to Hudson and Annalie. Some of her hobbies include spending time with family, flower gardening, antiquing and going on long walks with Moose, her Chocolate Lab.

Email: secretary@fbc-commerce.org

Jennifer Renzetti

Church Administrator

Jennifer brings over 15 years of experience in management and finance to her role as Church Administrator. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Business and is passionate about serving with excellence and heart.

Since making Franklin County home in 2018, Jennifer and her husband Richard have enjoyed raising their family of six children and farming their small holding.

She joined the ministry team at FBC Commerce in January 2023, and is grateful for the opportunity to serve the church and community with dedication and faith.

Email: jennifer@fbc-commerce.org

Cameron Shirley

Social Media and Website

Cameron will promote and communicate events, programs, activities and ministries of the church to the congregation and community through our social media accounts and website. Cameron began her Commerce career as the Agriculture Teacher and FFA Advisor at Commerce High School. Currently, she is the Work-Based learning and Dual Enrollment Coordinator for Commerce High School and promotes Shirley Feed and Seed through their social media. She received her Bachelor and Master degrees from Clemson University and her Specialist degree from Auburn University. She married Matt Shirley in 2013 and they have two children, Jack and Beau.