Meet the Staff

Mike O'Neal
Pastor

"It is a joy to be a part of this great church. My blessing is only increased with the privilege of serving as the pastoral leader of a wonderful congregation. God has wonderful plans for us. His desire is that we reach people for His kingdom. Join me in praying for His Spirit to move in our hearts to empower and inspire."

Mike has served on the HBC staff since March 2005. He has pastored in Texas and Tennessee as well as Kentucky. He is the husband of Sarah O'Neal and the father of three children. He has earned a BA from the University of Kentucky, a Master of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a PhD from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. In 2006, he published his first book, Interpreting Habakkuk as Scripture.

Chris Kihn
Minister of Worship and Music

"Worship plays a vital role in the life of a believer, whether it be private or public. The Bible says we should 'not give up meeting together...but let us encourage one another.' How great and exciting it is to come together in praise of the one true living God. The worship/music ministry at Hurstbourne offers you a variety of opportunities to take a more active role in worship such as choirs for all ages, instrumental, handbells, ensembles, solo, drama, media/sound. Sing to the Lord a new song!"

Chris has served on the HBC staff since September 2000. He has also served other churches in Alabama and Kentucky. He is the husband of Jena Kihn and the father of one child. He has earned a BME and a Master of Music from Samford University and has done post-graduate work at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Jeff Smith
Minister of Education

"Christian education should help people take their next step with Jesus Christ. So we seek to embrace people where they are, encourage them to follow Jesus, and enable them to minister to others.

The heart of our Christian education ministry is Sunday School, which has open Bible study groups for all ages. I invite you to get connected to a Sunday School class, and then consider the other educational experiences that we offer. I believe you will find friends to help you down your road."

Jeff has served on the HBC staff since October 2007. He has also served other churches in Georgia, Louisiana, and Tennessee. He is the husband of Emily Smith and the father of two children. He has earned a BA from the University of Georgia and a Master of Divinity from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.

Trent Chambers
Minister to Students and Missions Catalyst

"My youth minister once told me that 'students are the best evangelists that the church has.' It is my passion is to expose students to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to develop them as disciples as they grow in their knowledge of God's character and understanding of God's Word. A student consumed with who God is, and who they are in relationship to Him, will change not only the community around them but the church as well.

The desire to equip students to minister to others has developed within me a great conviction to see the church mobilize for ministry. Whether it is local, regional or global, God has called the church to be active in taking the gospel to all people. HBC has always been a mission- minded church. It is a true blessing to work in step with the passions of this body as we equip, train and mobilize for His Glory.”

Trent has served on the HBC staff since October 2005. He is the husband of Emily Chambers. He has earned a BA from Samford University and a Master of Divinity from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Vince Scarbrough
Minister to Preschool & Children Families

Vince has served on the HBC staff since February 2010. He has also served other churches in Alabama and Kentucky. He is the husband of Teresa Scarbrough and the father of two children. He has earned a BS from Troy State University, an MBA from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and a Master of Divinity from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.