From the very beginning, Pastor Ted has faithfully led Petra Baptist Church with a shepherd’s heart and a vision for gospel transformation. Responding to God’s call to plant a Christ centered, Scripture rooted church, he continues to guide the church with passion and prayer.

With a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of West Alabama and a Master’s in Biblical Studies from Liberty Theological Seminary, Pastor Ted is equipped to lead with both wisdom and a strong biblical foundation.
Pastor Ted is deeply committed to preaching God’s Word, encouraging prayer, and calling believers to live out their faith daily. Petra pursues its mission to fulfill the Great Commission by making fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit.

He and his wife Erin have been married for over 20 years, and together with their three children, they faithfully serve the Lord, modeling what it means to walk with Christ.

Brian Lee, Associate Pastor & Director of Men's Ministry, is committed to helping men grow in their faith and become the leaders God calls them to be. He creates spaces for men to connect, build relationships, and strengthen their walk with Christ through Bible studies, mentorship, and more. With a heart for spiritual growth, Brian focuses on helping men become better husbands, fathers, and followers of God. His passion for Jesus motivates him to guide men in living out their faith in today’s world. Outside of ministry, Brian enjoys spending time with his family and is an avid outdoorsman who loves hunting and fishing.

Alyssa leads Petra's praise team and jr. praise team every week. Alyssa desires to lead others to sing with their voices to the Lord and lift up the name of Jesus. 

Carol has a passion to disciple women and see them grow in their walk with Jesus Christ. Carol has faithfully served the body of Christ for many years and continues to be a  spiritual mentor in her retirement years from the real estate industry.    

Stephanie has a deep passion for seeing children grow in their faith and develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. She leads our children’s programs with care and joy, ensuring that each class is Christ-centered, engaging, and age-appropriate. Stephanie supports and coordinates the team of teachers and helpers each week, creating a safe and nurturing environment where kids can learn, worship, and thrive.

Outside of her ministry role, Stephanie and her husband, Roger, are blessed with two daughters who bring joy and laughter into their home, along with their two pups, Samson and Max, who are very much a part of the family. Together, they love serving in the life of the church and building connections within their community.

Jamie has a passion for practical apologetics. He teaches the Bible and leads Petra's Youth every week. Jamie shares the truth and then applies it to everyday life for the youth. His desire is to lead the youth to know Jesus and to also know "why" they believe in Jesus.