Our Staff

Paul Deal

Senior Pastor

Serving Senior Pastor of Winkler's Grove Baptist Church since July of 2019, and to having served as Associate Pastor since February of 2002, it is my joy and calling to shepherd this church family with love and truth of Jesus Christ. My heart's desire is to see lives transformed by the power of God's Word and to equip believers to live out their faith in everyday life. Whether you're just exploring what it means to follow Christ, or you've walked with Him for years, you are welcome here. I believe the local church should be a place of grace, truth and spiritual growth. It's an honor to walk this journey together. 

My wife, Mrs. Kim, and I have been faithfully married for 38 years. God has blessed us with a wonderful daughter, Elizabeth, a great son-in-law, Brandon, and three beautiful grandchildren. We are grateful for our family and the joy we share in serving the Lord together. 

Dean Hart

Associate Pastor

As Associate Pastor since October 2022, I count it a great privilege to serve alongside our church family in ministry. My role is to support the vision of our Senior Pastor and help equip the body of Christ through teaching, discipleship, and pastoral care. It is a joy to serve in a church where the love of Christ is both taught and lived out. 

Paula Farr

Office Manager/Financial Secretary

As Office Manager and Financial Secretary, I'm grateful for the opportunity to serve our church through administration and stewardship. I strive to support the ministry with integrity, organization, and care behind the scenes. 

Christie Brown

Ministry/Project Administrator & Senior Star Leader

Serving as Ministry/Project Administrator allows me to help bring vision to life through planning, coordination, and teamwork. I am blessed beyond measure to be part of what God is doing in our church, and I consider it a privilege to support our ministries however He allows.
It's also a great blessing to serve the seniors of our church. It brings me joy to walk alongside our senior members, learning from their wisdom, sharing in their stories, and growing together in Christ. 

Charles Abee

Music Director

It has been my honor to serve as Music Director here since December of 2001. With a lifelong love for gospel music, I've been blessed to minister through music with groups like the Kingsmen Quarter, the Palmetto State Quarter, and the Pine Ridge Boys. My heart is to lead our church in worship that glorifies God. 

Steve Rash

Worship Leader

As Worship Leader, I'm honored to lead our church in praising God and preparing hearts to receive His Word. My desire is that every song draws us closer to Jesus and reflects a life of worship.