Martin Church of Christ

OUR HISTORY

In the year 1874, William Fall, a Christian only, set out to find others like himself in the Martin area. Fall lived with his wife and daughter about seven miles southeast of Martin. Soon he located J. H. Westmoreland of Gardner and W. J. Burchard of Martin. The three Falls, along with the Westmoreland and Burchard families, assisted by B. T. Bondurant and a Mrs. Evans of Sharon, founded the Martin church of Christ. J. H. Roulhac of Union City was asked to hold a meeting for the group and apparently preached for them when they met for worship.

Within the next five years, Mrs. W. J. Burchard, M. M. Burchard, Miss. Jenni Dibrell, Mr. & Mrs. Joe Glass and Dr. G. W. Dibrell were added to the Lord’s church here. This was destined to be the home for the Martin church of Christ for more than seventy-five years...

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OUR MINISTERS

The Martin congregation has 3 ministers that work with different groups and areas. They work under the oversight of our eldership.

Corey Sawyers

Preaching Minister

Corey and his family began working with us in September of 2020 as Church Family Minister. In 2021, he transitioned to the Preaching Minister. He is married to Melody, and they have 3 boys Garrett, Gordon, and Gannon.
Patrick Frans

Youth Minister

Patrick began working with our youth and families in January of 2023 just after graduating from FHU and getting married. Patrick grew up in Mt. Juliet and met CeCe at Freed-Hardeman. We are excited to see the youth group under his leadership.
Aaron Dodson

Connections Minister

Aaron and his family have been at Martin since October of 2011 when he worked with our students and their families. At the beginning of 2023, Aaron transitioned to a new ministry role called Connections Minister. He will help the church connect to our community, both local and virtual; connect our families to each other; and connect others to Christ.
Lance Leavens

Campus Minister

Lance and his family began working with our college students in January of 2024. Lance is married to Susan and they have four daughters Sydney, Ashley, Carley, and Kenzey.

OUR ELDERS

1 Timothy 3:1-7

We are lead by 6 men known as elders. According to scripture, a qualified group of men serve as the shepherds for the local congregation. These overseers function to watch over the souls of the members.

Phillip Vallee

Security
Benevolence
Johnny Shanklin

Education
Danny Cash

Missions
Ron Ayers

Youth
Song Leaders
Communications
Allen Pounds

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Glenn Castleman

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OUR DEACONS

1 Timothy 3:8-13

Working under the oversight of the elders, we have 20 qualified men who serve as deacons. Each deacon works in a specific area or ministry to serve the needs of the congregation.

Our current deacons are: Michael Cantrell (Activities Building), Wade Harder (Children's Education), Shane Higgs (Audio/Video Communications), Bubba Kelly (Building & Grounds), Chris Kelly (Missions), Jason Melton (Finances), Doug Monroe (Program Services), Kirk Moore (Children's Education), Sammy Ogg (Transportation), Scotty Ogg (Disaster Relief, Children's Homes), Ty Parker (Security), Chris Pritchett (Youth), Andy Rea (Fellowship Meals, Missions), Bill Rea (Fellowship Meals), Ed Robison (Student Center).