Reverend Colby Smith began serving as our senior minister on August 23, 2022. Before serving here in Danville, Rev. Smith was a pastor of First Christian Church in Independence, Missouri for 6 years, In Muncie, Indiana for 8 years, and Marshall, Missouri for 7 years. He attended the University of Texas where he majored in physics until his interest in ministry took hold, he enrolled at the seminary of Brite Divinity School T.C.U. in Fort Worth.

Ever since the 7th grade, Patti Wright knew she wanted to be a music teacher thanks to a wonderful mentor who took her under her wing and helped her with children’s music during Sunday School.  She knew very quickly that she wanted to work with children and was very lucky to get into the Indiana University School of Music where she earned a Bachelor of Music Education in Choral and General Music. For over 20 years,  Before moving to Danville, Patti was the administrative assistant at Simpsonville Christian Church where she also directed a Children's Choir and helped with kids K-5th grade. Patti has a son and daughter and enjoys spending time with her family, especially her granddaughters. She also has a love for her two cats.

Stephen is a retired United States Air Force veteran. In March 2020, he moved to Danville with his wife and two sons. He graduated from Campbellsville University in May 2022 with a degree in Pastoral Ministries. Stephen has a real passion for our youth and feels called to create a safe space that allows them an opportunity to ask deep and thoughtful questions about God, the Bible, and the world. He also oversees the building and property of the church. Stephen enjoys playing with his sons, reading, and an occasional game of golf in his free time.

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Born in Laurel, Mississippi, Harry grew up in south Mississippi on a large working farm and attended William Carey University. He graduated with a Bachelor of Church Music majoring in Organ Performance and Conducting and pursued graduate studies at Southern Seminary in Louisville with concentration in Church Music/Organ/Liturgy. His teachers include Donald Winters, Jim Rightmyer, Marilyn Keiser, and Gerre Hancock (improvisation). Since 15 years old, Harry has been a church organist and/or director. He is grandfather to two of the world’s greatest grandchildren! He enjoys entertaining, cooking, and playing bridge. Harry considers himself to be most blessed to have become connected with First Christian Church in his “retirement “. "This body of worshipers and workers is an amazing addition to my life!"

Trista grew up in Jessamine County, Kentucky, and now resides in Perryville with her husband, Stephen, and their two sons, Meryk and Asher. A recent graduate of Eastern Kentucky University, she earned her bachelor’s degree in accounting. In her free time, Trista enjoys making memories with her family and pets. She also loves puzzles, reading, and dreams of traveling the world one day.

Hailing from Glasgow, Kentucky, Jacob came on board as full-time staff in October of 2024 after accepting that his passion was for congregational ministry. He graduated from Centre College in May of 2019, and is currently pursuing avenues of higher education with an aim to earn a Master of Divinity degree. Jacob is madly in love with his lovely wife, Molly, and has a great passion for Japanese history, Kentucky Basketball, Liverpool Football Club, and spending time with his family.