Bro. John Whittaker is the husband of Jessica, father of Tessa, Molly & Hallie, and an occasional hunter/fisher. He is a graduate of Murray State University, where he and Jessica met, a graduate of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and also of Union University. He has been in ministry for over 25 years, pastoring in churches in Kentucky and Tennessee. Bro. John joined the ministry at Buck Creek in June 2025. He enjoys pastoral ministry in the community, expository preaching and focusing on discipleship. One of his favorites phrases is To God Be the Glory! 

Brian joined the Buck Creek staff in September of 2017. He is thankful to the Lord for 29 years of ministry experience serving in churches in Ohio, Texas, Tennessee, and Kentucky. His desire is to see God's people, of all ages, worship the Lord in song and then take the Good News of Jesus Christ to their homes, schools, and their place of work. He is married to Susan and they have a daughter, Lauren.

Nickole joined the Buck Creek staff in November of 2010, and has been a member for 40 years. She serves on DMBA Finance committee, is the Team Leader for Baptist Ministry Assistants of Ky & is the Chairperson for MC Youth Services Center. She has one daughter - Kealey. Nickole loves seeing generations of families serving together at Buck Creek.

Tracey joined the Buck Creek staff in August of 2022. She has one daughter - Taylor. Tracey has a heart for serving others, as is evident in how she leads our Children’s program. She is very active in the church with other ministries as well.