Kevin Corley

Kevin was raised in Birmingham, AL and came to know Christ through the ministry of Reformed University Fellowship at The University of Alabama. After graduating, Kevin served as Director of Student Ministries at the First Presbyterian Church of Meridian, MS for four years. Kevin married his wife, Rebecca, in 2007 and the two moved to Jackson, MS to complete his Master of Divinity degree at Reformed Theological Seminary. Kevin graduated in 2010 and was called as Assistant Pastor of Grace Fellowship in February of 2011. In June of 2015, Kevin was called as Pastor. He and Rebecca are the proud parents of three boys, Weston, William and Knox.

Zac Martin

Zac grew up in Clanton, AL and came to know Jesus through the ministry of his parents and Bethsalem Baptist Church. He earned his B.A. at The University of South Alabama in 2016. After graduation, he joined our staff in January of 2017 and began his seminary training at Birmingham Theological Seminary. He graduated seminary in 2024 and was ordained in February of 2025. He has been married to Kaley, a professor at the University of Montevallo, since 2016. They welcomed their first son, Henry, in January 2023. Zac enjoys lawn care, Mexican food, the Cleveland Browns, and time with friends/family. 

Brian Jones

Brian is a native of Clanton, AL. and came to know Christ at the age of 15. Soon after he began serving in youth and music ministries in the local church. He has served the church in full and part-time ministry in the Chilton and Shelby County areas for over 25 years. After graduating from Chilton County High School in 1997 he attended Southeastern Bible College in Birmingham, AL. While attending there he met his wife Raquel who was also a student. They were married in 2001 and they both graduated from Southeastern in 2002. They are seasoned parents of 6 kids, Isabella, Autumn, Zaden, Jet, Gemma and Bo. Brian loves all things outdoors and is an avid hunter and fisherman.

Rebecca Corley

Rebecca is a native of Dalton, GA. She received her undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from Samford University in Birmingham, AL. She and Kevin married in 2007 and moved to Clanton in 2011. During her time at GFC, she has fostered a culture of hospitality, especially by opening up her home to new visitors and members alike. She has also spearheaded women's ministry, nursery ministry, children's ministry, and taught Sunday school. We officially brought her on staff in 2024 so that she could dedicate more time and energy to these ministries. 

Elders

Elders are ordained men who meet the qualifications of 1 Timothy 3:1-7. They exercise loving spiritual oversight over our congregation. You will regularly see them assisting in our worship service, teaching Sunday school, leading small groups, opening their homes to people, and meeting with congregants.

Rick CoferFred GentrySteve TiptonJay Vincent*Kevin Corley (Teaching Elder)*Zac Martin (Teaching Elder)

Deacons

Deacons are ordained men who meet the qualifications of 1 Timothy 3:8-13. They work alongside the elders to tend to both spiritual and physical needs within our church. We are blessed to have them oversee our benevolence ministry, maintenance of church grounds, visiting widows and shut-ins, and many more things that are crucial in the life of the church.

Tyler ClecklerColyn MoattsRob PalmerPaul SmithGary Tate