Our Team
Pastoral Staff
Jeff Cox / Sr. Pastor
Jeff and Patti Cox have been the pastors at Batesville First Assembly since June 2007 and have been in full-time ministry for over 18 years. Their passion is to help all people live the full life God has intended for them. Pastor Jeff believes God has a plan for all people and that God desires to bless people from every race, color and nation.
Jeff & Patti have traveled, lived, and ministered to people in several countries of the world. They believe the church ought to be a place where every person can find answers to life’s real questions, hope for the hard times of life, and lasting relationships not only with other people but with a loving savior.
Jeff and Patti have been married for 19 years. They have two sons and a daughter.
Joey Ruth / Student Ministries
Pastor Joey came to Batesville First Assembly in January of 2009. A graduate of Central Bible College in Springfield, MO, Pastor Joey brings 6 years of full time pastoral experience and 15 years of youth ministry experience.
Pastor Joey is married to Kristen and they have one little boy, Bryce.
Church Office Staff
April Carnaghi / Ministry Assistant
The lovely voice you hear when you call the church office is our Ministry Assistant, April Carnaghi. April grew up in Batesville and has attended Batesville First Assembly most of her life. With more than 15 years of office experience, April joined the staff of BFA in 2007, and remains active in other ministries of the church.
Kay Gross / Bookkeeper
Kay has lived in Batesville for 33 years. She was the church secretary for 9 years and transitioned to become the church Bookkeeper in 2007.
Kay is married to David and together they have 2 children, 3 wonderful grandchildren, and 2 dogs.
Batesville First Assembly of God 1949 Lyon St. Batesville, AR 72501/PO Box 2758 Batesville, AR 72503
Phone: 870-793-5489 Fax:870-793-2163 email:batesvillefirst@gmail.com
