Pastoral Staff

Dr. Dennis Wiles

817-276-6405
Senior Pastor

Dr. Wiles has been Senior Pastor at First Baptist Church since August of 2001.  His wife is Cindy, and they have two children, Hannah and Josiah.  Dr. Wiles has a passion for preaching and you'll be able to see it the first time you hear him.   more>>

Dr. James Scirratt

817-276-6405
Associate Pastor of Pastoral Care

Dr. James Scirratt tried to retire once, but after leaving a church he served for many years, he joined our staff!  We are fortunate to have him and his wife, Vera, with us, and anyone who has enjoyed a visit from "Dr. Scirratt" would say the same.   more>>

Ricky Chelette

817-276-6486
Executive Director of Living Hope

Ricky serves as Executive Director of Living Hope Ministry, and he also oversees the pastoral care ministries of Griefshare, Divorcecare, and Boudnaries.  Ricky and his wife Merlinda love to travel, and Ricky is an excellent cook.  His bread pudding is unbeatable!   more>>

Cloe Smith

817-276-6405
Pastoral Care Ministry Assistant

Cloe fills her days keeping Dr. Wiles and Dr. Scirratt scheduled, informed, and up-to-date with everything going on.  In her spare time, she's married to Bud Smith, who is on the faculty of B.H. Carroll Theological Institute.  Call the Pastor's Office and you'll hear her kind voice.    more>>