Staff

Pastor Debbie Miller serves as the “better half” of our Co-Pastor Team. Debbie and her husband Flint have been married almost a quar- ter century. They began as co-pastors of our church on October 1, 2008 after serving as missionaries for 8 years in the Philippines with International Ministries, ABC. Prior to that Debbie served as a chap- lain with several hospitals and hospice organizations. Debbie received a dual degree (Master of Divinity and Master or Christian Education) from the Southern Baptist Seminary in Louisville, KY. She also re- ceived her certification in hospital chaplaincy. Her primary gifts in- clude pastoral care, counseling and teaching. She loves to read, travel and just enjoy time with her family. Flint and Debbie have two boys, Ben - age 18 , and Chris - age 15.

Pastor Flint Miller serves as the “other half” of our Co-Pastor Team. Flint has been involved in cross-cultural missions for much of his ministry. He’s served overseas first in Korea and in the Phil- ippines. Flint received his Master of Divinity from Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary in San Francisco, and his Doctor of Missiology from Asbury Theological Seminary in Lexington, KY. His primary gifts include teaching, preaching, training and equip- ping. Flint enjoys running, basketball and tennis, as well as reading and film.

We have a dedicated and experienced saff who use their gifts to the glory of God. They include Wayne McWade, Custodian; Joan Holmes, secretary; Jill Barnhart, Music Director; Barb Miller, Parish Nurse; Carol Bentsen, Hand Bell Choir; Sandy Claerhout, Parish Nurse.

What Is A Parish Nurse?

Parish nurses are persons of faith who are experienced registered nurses, and who have received special education in wholistic health care. They have skills in teaching and health counseling as well as knowledge of community resources. As a member of the church staff, the parish nurse promotes wellness within the congregation, enhances the church's outreach ministry, and strengthens the awareness of the connection between faith and health.

Parish Nurse We are fortunate at First Baptist Moline to have two Parish Nurses; Barb Miller and Sandy Claerhout. Both give generously of their time and talent. They provide many services to our congregation including: hospital visits, nursing home visits, phone visits, home visits, picking up medications and groceries, driving people to doctor’s appointments, health education at Vacation Bible School and Sunday Morning blood pressure checks. They also oversee an annual flu shot clinic.