Fred Stone
Senior Pastor
fred@fbcpickens.org
Fred has enjoyed serving as Senior Pastor of Pickens First Baptist since 1996. He is quick to tell you that God blessed him with a wonderful wife and best friend in Lisa. They are the proud parents of two grown sons and daughters-in-law, and two grandchildren. Fred has deep roots in this area, having grown up in Pendleton. He has degrees from Clemson University (Bachelor of Arts), Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (Master of Divinity), and Reformed Theological Seminary (Doctor of Ministry).
Bryan Hester
Associate Pastor and Music Minister
bryan@fbcpickens.org
Bryan is our Associate Pastor and Minister of Worship at Pickens First Baptist Church. He has served here for 16 years. He is married to Angie and they have 3 boys, Austin, Aaron and Alex. He graduated from Southern Wesleyan University with his B.A. in Church Music. Bryan finished his Master of Divinity degree at New Orleans Seminary in 1996. Bryan loves to spend time with his wife and family, play tennis, golf, read and drive his Chevrolet pickup.