Leadership

Shandy Dill is a native of north Mississippi. He and his wife, Lindsey, have been married since 2009 and have two daughters, Charlie and Mabrie. Shandy became Senior Pastor of FBCS in 2018. Shandy has a Masters of Divinity from the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Shandy loves preaching God's Word, spending time with his family, studying history, and cheering on the Ole Miss Rebels and Memphis Grizzlies.

Ian Derrick is a native of Vicksburg, Mississippi. He and his wife, Allie, have been married since 2013 and have two sons, Ryan and John. Ian achieved a bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State University and is pursuing a Master’s of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Ian began serving on staff at First Baptist Church in October of 2022. Ian loves teaching others about God’s word, making memories with his family, beginning outdoors, and cheering on his Mississippi Bulldogs. Above all Ian has a passion for reaching students with the truth of the Gospel, empowering them to serve the kingdom, and equipping them to fulfill the great commission.

A lifelong resident of Section, Alabama, Kristen brings both deep community roots and a heartfelt commitment to Christian education. Her experience, passion for children, and unwavering faith make her exceptionally well-suited for this leadership role.
Kristen has been married to her husband, Taylor, since 2018. She enjoys spending time with family, being outdoors, and most of all, teaching children about the love of Jesus. Her passion for nurturing young hearts and minds is evident in everything she does, and she is devoted to creating a Christ-centered environment where every child and family feels loved, supported, and spiritually enriched.

An Alabama native Mrs. Gaynell Robison, husband Jack and son Mark moved to Scottsboro Al, from Oneonta, Al and joined the FBC Family in 1970s.  Mrs. Gaynell enjoys the fellowship and working with the staff.