God has given pastors and deacons to watch over and serve the flock. We are grateful for the men who labor in these roles at Parkside.
Pastor Brennen's passion is to preach and teach God's word and see others grow in their understanding and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. He has been at Parkside since returning from overseas missions in 2010. He earned a B.A. in Bible and Theology from Moody Bible Institute and a Master of Arts in Biblical Exegesis from Wheaton College. Brennen and his wife Stephanie have been married since 1995 and have six children.
behimer@pm.mePastor Stephen has a heart to see people rest in Christ and his finished work. Originally a school teacher, he holds a B.A. in Social Studies and a Master of Education. He has been at Parkside since 2018, and recently completed his Master of Arts in Theological Studies at Reformed Baptist Seminary. In addition to his role at Parkside, he serves on the board of Reformation NV and helps provide elder oversight for a local Christian school. Stephen and his wife Debbie have been married since 2014 and have four children.
stephenduarte@protonmail.comAndy has always desired to help those around him, and since his conversion has continually sought to know more of the Lord — doctrinally and practically. He has been married to his wife, Brook, since 2013 and has three children. He owns and operates a specialty auto repair shop in Fallon, a career he began in 1994 while still in high school. He cherishes time with family and enjoys hunting, fishing, and sports.
Ric and Katie Bassham were married in Fallon in 1976. They met at what is now The Master's University in Santa Clarita, CA, where Ric studied Physical Education and played soccer and baseball. After teaching at a Christian school in the Sacramento area, they moved to Fallon in 1979. Ric has taught Sunday School and served in many ministries at Parkside; he currently leads a Connect Group and, alongside Katie, heads up the church's Benevolence Ministry. They have three grown sons and a granddaughter.
Mark and his wife Carole have multi-generational roots in Fallon. They were married in 1979 in what was then First Baptist Church. After the merger with Grace Christian Fellowship, Mark's role shifted from trustee to deacon; he oversees the sound room (audio/visual) and building maintenance. Mark and Carole's joy aligns with 3 John 4 — 'I have no greater joy than this, to hear my children walking in the truth' — as their children and spouses purpose to live for and serve our Lord Jesus Christ. They are grandparents to seven.