Our Leadership

Elders & Deacons

Elders

Bernie Frank

Chairman of Elders

Bernie has been married to Wallene for 43 years. They have two kids Candace and Nathanael, both living in California. Bernie and Wallene moved here from Northern Virginia in 2021. He accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior in 1982. Bernie served in the military for 22 years.

Ken DeTorres

Elder

Ken and his wife Louise have been married for 26 years and have one son Michael, married to Sara, who blessed them with two wonderful grandchildren, Tori and Emma. Ken and Louise came to FCC in the beginning of 2021. Ken teaches an adult Bible study class, helps with the Men's Breakfast, and works with The Hood Ministry that feeds the homeless every Saturday. 

Jack Langley

Elder

Jack and his wife Ona have been attending FCC since 2005. They became members in 2007. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in May, 2024. They have 3 daughters who are saved along with their spouses. 6 grand children and 7 great grand children. Jack has ministered on the mowing team and serving communion to shut-ins. Jack became a deacon in 2018 and an elder 2021. 

Don Childs

Elder

Don and his wife Ronni have been married 49 years and have two sons, Donald Jr and Joseph, and two granddaughters, Arianna and Tianna.  Don was raised and baptized in 1967 at the 29th Street Church of Christ in Tampa FL and came to First Christian Church in 1979. Don worked for 35 years at the MILA Tracking Station at Kennedy Space Center until he retired in 2011. Don has served as Assistant of Bible School, Deacon and Elder. He and Ronni teach a Middle/ High School Sunday School Class. Don and Ronni live their lives knowing that Jesus Christ is the only way to salvation. God has chosen us- his people to spread his life giving words from scripture, and love to others so that we all may be with him in eternity.

Deacons

John Beni

Chairman of the Deacons

John was born in Winter Park Fl.  The father of 3:  Kasey Blachley, Kasey and Mark reside in St Pete with their pup Parker. Nicole Hollingshead, Nicole and her husband William reside in Jax with their daughter Hazel. Jonathan Beni resides in Titusville with John and the pups Gracie and Rudy.  John lost their mother on September 30 2013 in an accident.  It was the day that truly brought him to Christ. On Oct 17, 2021 he was immersed in water and give his life to Jesus, that day FCC became his family.  John is a fierce warrior for the Lord Jesus Christ every waking moment.

Mike Hallinan

Deacon

Michael and his wife, Anne, have been married 57 years. They have two amazing children Anne, and Theresa. Michael and Anne were both born and raised in Maryland and have lived in Titusville since 2018. They have attended FCC since 2018. Michael has been a deacon since 2021.

Mike Lumpkin

Deacon

Mike and his wife Joann are faithful members of FCC. Mike serves in many different capacities and he works closely with the safety ministry. Joann serves on the music and outreach ministry teams. Together Mike and Joann are two God honoring members who are always serving with a big smile!

J.T. Newell

Deacon

James spent his childhood growing up in Altamonte Springs, FL and in Grant, AL. He was baptized when he was 17 years old. James and his wife Robin were married at First Christian Church in 2004 and he became a member in 2005. James works at Kennedy Space Center where he designs, builds, and supports security systems. He has a servant's heart and feels blessed to help care for people.