Staff

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  Senior Pastor

• Nick came to Mountain Chapel in June 2024. An ordained minister in the Global Methodist Church, Nick has been preaching since 2001 when he felt God’s call on his life to be a pastor. He is married to the former Rebecca Vining of Winfield. Together they have one daughter, Mary Beth. They love calling Birmingham their home! Nick’s passions in ministry include preaching and teaching, pastoral care, and making disciples. When he isn’t at the church, you might find him in a deer stand, at the beach, or grilling on his back deck.

Choir Director

• Raised in Alabama, Brian fell in love with music in grade school and grew up immersed in music at the First United Methodist Church of Prattville. He later attended the University of Louisville where he received his undergraduate degree in music education and instrumental music. After years of professional music making and private teaching, Brian began serving as choral director at Millbrook Presbyterian Church, followed by First Presbyterian Church of Wetumpka in 2014. At this time, he also entered public education as the choral director at Wetumpka High School from 2014-2019. 
• Brian now serves as the band director at both Montevallo Middle School and High School. Having been active in church music now for nearly thirty years, Brian is excited to join the staff at Mountain Chapel Methodist Church. He is happily married, with five children and one on the way. Brian loves music, owns too many saxophones, enjoys amateur homesteading, and pursuing life’s adventures.

  Director of Discipleship Ministries

• Amanda Joiner joined the staff at Mountain Chapel in the summer of 2019 and serves as the Director of Discipleship and Family Ministries. She is passionate about helping people grow in their faith and find meaningful ways to connect within the life of the church. Amanda especially enjoys creating opportunities for people of all ages to build relationships, serve, and take the next step in their walk with Christ.
• A native Alabamian, Amanda previously served churches in Florida and South Carolina before returning home. She graduated from Troy University with a Bachelor of Science in Music and enjoys playing flute with local ensembles when she has the opportunity.
• Amanda and her husband, Adam, live in Vestavia with their son Camden and their dog, Bessie. When she’s not at church, she enjoys traveling and spending time with family

     Director of High School Ministries

• Jon Paul “JP” Church was born in Birmingham, AL and raised in the Indian Springs area. He graduated from Auburn University in Exercise Science then attended UAB where he graduated with a Masters of Physical Therapy. He currently works at Beyond Physical Therapy of Vestavia as the owner and a PT. JP is blessed to be able to be active with his son, Jack, in different activities. JP has worked with Boy Scouts as an Assistant Scout Master and also has stayed active with youth at church. He was called into ministry to work with the youth and is currently the High School Ministry Director. He has a strong desire to lead youth to understand the deep love God has for each of us. He has a hope to help equip the youth to walk with Jesus as they continue their journey past high school. He is blessed to have the support of his wife, Suzanne, who continues to help with the ministry as well.

      Preschool/MDO Director

• Shelley Faulkner has served as the Director of the Preschool and Mother’s Day Out since 2019. She's married to her husband of 25 years and have 3 children. Shelly also has a Master’s Degree in Education and loves spending time with children and mentoring young families.

  Office Manager

• Rosemary came to Mountain Chapel as our Office Manager in July, 2021. Rosemary worked for the Department of Defense as a Contract Administrator and Program Integrator. She retired from government service in 2010 with 31 years of service. After retirement, she took one year off and then went to work for a small, family owned, motor repair business as their office manager. She worked there for eight years until Covid caused her layoff. She comes to us with a multitude of experience, a willingness to work hard, and a friendly attitude. Rosemary and her husband of 51 years (Pat) lived in Pleasant Grove, AL for 21 years where they raised their three sons. They now live in the Lake View/McCalla area. She is an avid sports fan and especially enjoys spending time with her five grandchildren; she loves watching them participate in sports and other activities.