Our Staff
New prospect baptist staff
The staff and leadership here at New Prospect Baptist is comprised of men and women who love, care and pray for every single person in the church. If you have any questions for any of our staff, feel free to reach out and email them or call our church office to speak with them. You can contact the church office at 205-486-9695
Meet Our Staff & Ministry Team
Bro. Ron Horton
Senior Pastor
Bro. Ron Horton has faithfully served as Senior Pastor of New Prospect Baptist Church since 1994. For more than 30 years, he has led our congregation with a heart for the Lord, a passion for preaching the Word, and a commitment to serving others.
A native of Winston County, Bro. Ron attended the Winston County School System and continued his education at Northwest Community College, Liberty University, Samford University, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and Andersonville Baptist Theological Seminary.
Bro. Ron has also invested deeply in Baptist life, serving a total of 12 years on the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions, as well as on various committees within both the State Board and the Winston Baptist Association.
Missions are a vital part of his ministry. Over the years, he has shared the gospel and partnered with churches and missionaries both at home and abroad, including Romania, Italy, Brazil, Guatemala, Venezuela, Guam, and many U.S. states. He has also co-hosted multiple trips to Israel, giving believers the opportunity to experience the Holy Land firsthand.
Bro. Ron and his wife, Renee, have been married for 45 years. They are blessed with a daughter, Ashley, and a son-in-law, Chase Frost. Their family also includes two beloved “fur babies,” Kitkat and Lucy.
Marci Batchelor
Ministry Assistant
Marci Batchelor has been part of the New Prospect Baptist Church family since 2002 and joined the staff as Ministry Assistant in May 2021. She loves the Lord and is passionate about serving her church family with joy and dedication.
Over the years, Marci and her husband, Mike, have faithfully invested in the next generation, serving as Children’s Ministry Directors before recently stepping into a new role leading the College and Career Sunday School class.
Marci and Mike are blessed with three children and enjoy life on their small farm with horses, chickens, and dogs. They love spending time together outdoors, especially in the Smoky Mountains.
Craig Wakefield
Youth Pastor/Director
Craig Wakefield has faithfully served as Youth Pastor/Director at New Prospect Baptist Church for more than 17 years. He has a deep passion for the Lord and for investing in the lives of our youth, helping them grow in their faith and walk with Christ. In addition to leading the youth ministry, Craig also preaches when Bro. Ron is away.
Craig and his wife, Jamie, are devoted to both their family and their church. They have twochildren—Grant, a recent graduate of the University of North Alabama, and Gracie, a junior at Haleyville High School. The Wakefields are active in the life of the church and love serving together as a family.
Bruce and Lisa Claytor
Worship Team
Bruce and Lisa Claytor faithfully lead the worship ministry at New Prospect Baptist Church each week. Their love for the Lord and passion for music are evident in every service as they guide our congregation and choir in heartfelt worship. They have been serving our church family for the past two years and bring joy, dedication, and excellence to the music ministry. Bruce and Lisa make their home in Haleyville and are blessed with four children. Together, they enjoy traveling and spending time in the mountains as well as at the beach.
Jarrod and Christy McCombs
Serving alongside them are Jarrod and Christy McCombs, faithful members of the worship band. They use their musical gifts to glorify God and help lead our church family in meaningful worship. Their dedication and love for Christ shine through their service and involvement in the life of the church.
Martha Taylor
Custodian
Martha Taylor has faithfully served as custodian at New Prospect Baptist Church for several years. She is dedicated to keeping our facilities clean, welcoming, and ready for worship and ministry each week. In addition to her work as custodian, Martha is an active member of the choir and a devoted part of our church family.