Senior Pastor — Rick White
Rick has served as the senior pastor of Christian Fellowship since the church’s inception in 2003. He has a B.S. in Pastoral Ministry and Evangelism, a master’s Degree in Educational Administration and a Master’s of Divinity. He has over 30 years of service in ministry, as well as 20 years in education as a classroom teacher, coach and principal. He has been married to Susan for 27 years. They have three children – Jordan, Chase and Luke, and 6 grandchildren.
Director of Discipleship - Michael Derrick
Michael and Vande Derrick grew up about 90 miles southeast of Houston, Texas in an area known as The Golden Triangle. Their story began in March of 1981 at an in-home Amway business opportunity in Beaumont, Texas. It was love at first sight for Michael and after some persuading Vande said yes. In September 1981 they said, “I Do.” 2 children, 4 grandchildren and 40 years later they are still “I Doing.” While living in Las Vegas in the late 1980’s they became involved in various capacities of Christian ministry. In 1992 Michael graduated Bible College in Dallas at The Preston Road Center for Christian Education. In addition to Bible College both Michael and Vande furthered their training through Vision Life Ministries in Lewisville, Texas. In August of 2003 the Lord awakened their true gifting for working with the Holy Spirit in liberating people from the strongholds of detrimental life controlling issues through sound Biblical counseling, prayer, deliverance, and inner healing thereby bringing hope, peace, and wholeness to broken, shattered lives.
Associate Pastor - Jonathan Bottoms
Jonathan grew up in Denver Colorado where his family pastored a church. In 2012 he relocated to Dallas Texas to pursue a degree in ministry at Southwestern Assemblies of God University. In 2016, after graduating with a bachelors in ministry with an emphasis on family ministry and marrying his wife, Amanda, he accepted a position as Family Life Pastor at Christian Fellowship. Jonathan and Amanda have served on staff at Christian Fellowship in several capacities since 2016. They and their two children (Eloise and Ezra) have a deep love for Beaumont and a passion for building healthy communities that enable people to grow into who God designed them to be.
Worship Pastor - Courtney Wallace
Courtney Wallace brings a wealth of musical talent and a deep spiritual commitment to her ministry. Born and raised in Southeast Texas, she discovered her passion for music at a young age. Throughout her school years, she competed, and placed, in various contests such as All-Region, All-District, All-Area, and All-State Choir. Courtney's journey led her to Lamar University, where she pursued a degree in music education with a fervent desire to inspire others through music. She married her childhood sweetheart, Stephen, in 2005, and is blessed with four children, Rowdy, Lyren, Lillian, and Lydia. In July of 2023, Courtney became our Worship Pastor. Courtney plans to return to school to earn her Music Ministry degree, enriching her ability to lead and serve her congregation with grace and skill.
Children’s Pastor - Trenton Boyett
Trenton has been a member of Christian Fellowship since the birth of the church 20 years ago. He loves his church community and has had the privilege of growing up with Christian Fellowship as his church home. He is currently pursuing a degree in psychology at LAMAR University. He has a passion for helping children develop a deep and authentic faith is Jesus.