Staff

Senior Pastor: Johnny Hutchison

Johnny@hdbc.org - Johnny has been pastor of HDBC since 1992. He and his wife Jan are the parents of three grown daughters and the proud grandparents of one grandson, Hutch. Johnny graduated from two seminaries: Mid-America Baptist Seminary in Memphis and Southwestern Baptist Seminary in Fort Worth. Johnny is a dedicated sports fan and loves the Mississippi State Bulldogs. He plays tennis on a regular basis and enjoys books and movies.

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Student Minister: Jason Mears

Jason@hdbc.org - Jason has been the Student Minister at HDBC since 2003. He and his wife Paige have 1 daughter, Chloe Grace. Jason is a graduate from Williams Baptist College. Jason loves sports, especially the Razorbacks! Woo Pig! He enjoys playing tennis, softball, ping-pong and spending time with his family.

Music/Education minister: Rick Mckinney

Rick@hdbc.org - Rick joined the staff at Highland Drive Baptist Church in September of 1995 as minister of music and education. He and his wife Dana are the proud parents of one daughter Rachel, and a son, Cam. Rick graduated from Arkansas State University with a Bachelors degree in Music. He holds a Masters degree in Religious Education from Mid America Baptist Seminary. Rick is a certified high school volleyball official and enjoys playing golf. He is a big fan of the Arkansas State Red Wolves.

Associate Pastor/Children Minister: Shay Caldwell

Shay@hdbc.org - Shay has been the children's minister at HDBC since 2007. Shay is a graduate from Walnut Ridge High School and he graduated from Mid America Baptist Theological Seminary in 2007. Shay is Married to his wife Barbie and they have two teenage boys. Shay loves to play all games and hanging out with his family and friends.

Global Evangelism Director: Jerry and Armentia Adams

Adams@hdbc.org - Jerry Adams has served as Global Evangelism Director at Highland Drive Baptist Church since January 2000 in a volunteer capacity. Armentia, his wife, has served as his assistant during this same time. Jerry took the volunteer position after retiring from City Water and Light in Jonesboro after thirty two years of service. At City Water and Light, he was supervisor of the Jonesboro water treatment plants and water meter shop. Armentia retired from the position of school counselor from the public school system in Arkansas. Jerry and Armentia enjoy traveling together not only on mission projects but are known for their many treks to Branson.

Church Secretary: Glenda Chamberlain

Glenda@hdbc.org - Glenda joined the church staff in 1995 as the church secretary. Glenda is married to her husband Don and has two boys Chase and Chad. Glenda graduated from Arkansas State University with a degree in graphic design and supports the Red Wolves at every game. Glenda loves all sports but you will find her on the soccer field during most of her free time.