Ben joined our staff in June 2013. He is a native of Wilson, North Carolina and graduated from Welch College with a degree in Youth Ministry. He also graduated with a Masters Degree from Liberty University. He is joined in ministry by his wife, Christy, who works as a nurse. They recently welcomed their first child, Josiah, in February. Ben enjoys playing and watching sports of all kinds, cheering on the NC State Wolfpack and Detroit Tigers, and traveling to new places. He is passionate about reaching teenagers and children and helping them develop a relationship with Jesus Christ. 

Tanner joined our staff in May of 2018. He is originally from Russellville, Arkansas and is a die hard Arkansas Razorback fan. After spending three years at Free Will Baptist Bible College, he enjoyed a successful career in gospel music, winning multiple fan awards and earning two Dove Award nominations. He served as Worship Pastor in Homerville, Georgia for 6+ years before coming to Tupelo. Tanner is married to the beautiful Ashley, and they have two daughters, Sadie Joy and Hallie Faith. He is an avid sports fan, cheering on not only the Razorbacks, but the Nashville Predators, Tennessee Titans, and the Kansas City Royals. He loves to sing and play a variety of instruments along with leading our congregation in worship.