Pastor
bbaxter@fbcloxley.com
Brad began serving as pastor of FBC Loxley in January of 2022. He is originally from Clinton, Mississippi. Brad earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Mississippi State University in 2015, a Master of Divinity from Beeson Divinity School at Samford University in 2018, and a Master of Theology from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in 2021. Currently, he is pursuing a Ph.D. in biblical exposition at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Prior to coming to FBC Loxley, Brad served as Minister of Community Outreach and Education at Park Place Baptist Church in Pearl, Mississippi.
Brad is married to Krista, who works as a nurse in Mobile. In their free time, Brad and Krista enjoy traveling and spending time with family and friends. Brad's hobbies include hunting, watching baseball, reading, and running.
Ashton Mathis
Associate Pastor of Worship
amathis@fbcloxley.com
Ashton began serving as our associate pastor of worship in March of 2025. Originally from Crockett, Texas, Ashton is currently a student at Leavell College at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Prior to coming to FBC Loxley, he served as worship leader at Christ Baptist Church in Harvey, Louisiana.
Ashton is married to Cassie, and together they have a son, Micah. In his free time, Ashton enjoys sporting events, reading comics, and listening to all different genres of music. He also has the misfortune of cheering for all professional sports teams who call Atlanta home.