At Beargrass Christian Church, our staff is dedicated to helping our church family Worship with Hope, Grow with Love, and Serve with a Passion for Justice. Each team member brings unique gifts and a shared commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive community where all are invited to live out their faith. Get to know the people who support our mission and help make Beargrass a place of hope, love, and service.
Dr. Flowers has served as the Senior Minister at Beargrass since 2021 after serving on the staff of Disciples congregations for more than twenty years. He began his church career directing youth programs for eight seasons at Lindenwood Christian Church in Memphis, Tennessee. Trey then spent nine years in Nashville as a minister at one…
Susan oversees care for and assimilation of members. She also teaches occasional classes.
Rob leads an exceptional youth ministry program and works with young adults.
Erin was called to serve Beargrass as our Minister for Children and Communications in January of 2026.
Daniel Spurlock directs the music program at Beargrass including the Beargrass Choir. He is a highly regarded director in Louisville who trained at Julliard.
John Wilhoit leads the Praise Team at the 9 am contemporary worship service. He selects music, directs the band and singers and plays numerous instruments including electric bass, mandolin and ukulele.
Contemporary Worship Pianist/Keyboards
Patricia is the alto section leader for the Beargrass Choir.
Dodi Hance is the ARK Wing Director (Always Reaching Kids). Dodi has been with Beargrass in this capacity for over 20 years!
Marikeith Mercke is the membership secretary and receptionist for Beargrass.
Shelly Grant joined the team in April 2024. Shelly holds an Master’s in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting and over 17 years of non-profit accounting experience. She works with the Finance Team to keep the Church’s finances in tip top shape.
Melissa Head joined the Beargrass staff as Ministry Operations Coordinator in late November 2025 in a part-time role that fits this season of her life. With 33 years of service in congregations and experience at four different churches, Melissa brings deep knowledge and steady support to our community. At Beargrass, she works behind the scenes…
David’s responsibilities at Beargrass include directing the logistical and business operations of the campus resources and facilities staff, providing leadership over the church property by overseeing its maintenance contractors and facilities resources, serving as the liaison to the Property Committee and Executive Board, planning and implementing strategies for ensuring uninterrupted operations of the main building…