Free Will Baptist North American Ministries (NAM) is dedicated to planting churches across America as well as Canada, Mexico, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. Chaplains minister to thousands of men and women in the Army, Navy, Air Force, National Guard, and Reserve forces. Cross cultural church planting specialists connect with people who have come to America from all over the world. Learn more about our ministry: www.FWBNAM.com.

New Associate Church Planters Approved for Ministry

Russell and Aileen Hylton and Greg and Stephanie Tucker have been approved as associate church planters with North American Ministries.

The Hyltons will serve at Ho’omana Church, a Free Will Baptist fellowship in Hilo, Hawaii, with lead planters Armon and Yvette Jorden. The Hyltons have two children, Cy and Aizha. Before ministering in Hawaii, the Hyltons served at West Side FWB Church in Sapulpa, Oklahoma, where Russell pastored. The Big Island of Hawaii is one of the most culturally diverse locations in the United States. Though this diversity encompasses various religious beliefs, Hawaii is increasingly secular, with more than half the population claiming no religious affiliation. The Hyltons’ love for Hawaii and passion for sharing the gospel drives them to serve sacrificially, bringing the good news and hope of Jesus to Hilo and its people.

Greg and Stephanie Tucker will serve at New Life FWB Church in Amory, Mississippi. The Tuckers will join lead church planters Chad and Paula Kivette as they work to revitalize New Life FWB Church, formally Amory First FWB Church. New Life Church exists to help people discover the “new life” that comes by putting their faith in Jesus Christ. The Tuckers, both Welch College alumni, have ministry experience in Michigan, Texas, and Arkansas where Greg most recently served as the pastor of Mt. Harmony FWB Church. At New Life, Greg’s ministry will primarily focus on discipleship, missions, and outreach efforts. The Tuckers have four children: Caden, Levi, Skyla, and Siana.

First Lieutenant Jonathan Truett Selected as Active-Duty Chaplain

Fort Jackson, SC — Congratulations to our newest Free Will Baptist U.S. Army chaplain, 1LT Jonathan Truett! CH Truett graduated from the Basic Officer Leader Course at the USA Institute of Religious Leadership in Fort Jackson, South Carolina, on August 16th.

Truett is the son of Bethel Church Senior Pastor Chris Truett, and he graduated through the ROTC program at Vanderbilt University while attending Welch College. CH Truett and his wife Kendal will serve at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas, in the 1st Armor Division. Please join us in praying for this great couple and for the ministry before them.

CELF Investment Rate Increase

Antioch, TN — The Lord blessed the Church Extension Loan Fund (CELF) in 2023 and thus far in 2024. As a result, investment rates are rising again by a half percent. Beginning July 1, 2024, the new rate scale for CELF investments* is:

• 4.0% for $500-$24,999
  

• 4.5% for $25,000-$49,999
  

• 5.0% for $50,000-$99,999
  

• 5.5% for $100,000-$499,999
  

• 5.75% for $500,000-$999,999
  

• 6.0% for $1 million and up
  

Interested in investing? New investors are welcome. Contact us at 615-760-6137 or by email: nam@nafwb.org.

*CELF is not available in all states.

Chaplain Update

Antioch, TN—North American Ministries is proud to serve as the endorsing agency for ministers pursing the chaplaincy. Whether through the military, in Veterans’ Affairs, at hospitals, or as first responders, our chaplains minister across the country in unique places.

Military chaplains serve as pastors to our service men and women and their families, ministering to personnel all over the world through Bible classes, chapel services, mentorship, and trainings. They are called to stand beside fellow soldiers and their families through sickness, celebration, tragedy, and war. We are grateful for their service to the Lord and to our country.

NAM currently has 15 chaplains faithfully serving across our nation. Please pray for the chaplains and their families (below) as they share the gospel with fellow men and women in uniform.

• LTJG Josh Alderman, CHC – U.S. Navy, Guam
  

• CH (1LT) Mason Anderson – Army National Guard, Republic, MO
  

• CH (CPT) Amir Ashoori – U.S. Army Reserve, Fresno, CA
  

• CH (CPT) Michael Beatty – U.S. Army, Fort Riley, KS
  

• CH (1LT) Elliott Deilus – U.S. Army Reserve and Department of Veterans Affairs, Chester, VA
  

• CH (CPT) David Dodson – U.S. Army, Eglin AFB, FL
  

• CH Chris Dotson – Secret Service
  

• CH (MAJ) Lee Frye – U.S. Army, Savannah, GA
  

• CH (COL) Brad Hanna – Army National Guard, Edmond, OK
  

• CH (CPT) Shaun Hembree – U.S. Army, Fort Campbell, KY
  

• LT Hal Jones, CHC – U.S. Navy, Norfolk, VA
  

• CH (LTC) Tracy Kerr – U.S. Army, Fort Liberty, NC
  

• LCDR Mark McCraney, CHC – U.S. Navy
  

• CH (MAJ) Kevin Trimble – Director for the School for Professional Development (USA-IRL)
  

• CH (1LT) Jonathan Truett – U.S. Army, Fort Bliss, TX
  

Are you interested in serving as a chaplain? Contact Chaplain Support Officer Terry Austin (terry@nafwb.org) for more information about current opportunities and ministry requirements.