Senior Pastor

David Childress
David has a passion for people and community and that has been very evident in his 23 years of ministry. While shepherding the flocks God has entrusted him with, he has also taken an active role in the community. Through his ministry God has used David to speak into the lives of others and instill in them an excitement about their personal relationship with God and where He is leading. Foremost among those whose lives he impacts are his wife of 32 years, Carmen; his three adult daughters, Lindsey, Abigail, and Ellie; Lindsey’s husband Ryan; and his grandson Harrison. David received his Bachelor of Arts in Religion in June of 2015 from Luther Rice University in Lithonia, GA and his Masters in Pastoral Counseling in May of 2016 from Liberty Theological Seminary in Lynchburg, VA.
Associate Pastor of Worship & Administration

Sloan Bryant
Sloan is a Yadkin County native that grew up at Mountain View and has been around music his whole life. He helped start the Mountain View Praise Band in 2009 and joined the staff in July 2016 as the Director of Worship Ministries. He has been married to his wife Kaitlin since 2017. She sings in the choir and serves in several church ministries. They love adventures with their two boys Shiloh and Shepherd.
Associate Pastor of Students

Jake joined the staff of Mountain View in May of 2025 as the Associate Pastor of Students. He grew up in Union Grove, NC and received his Bachelors in Christian Studies from Gardner-Webb University. Jake is currently engaged to his fiancée, Gracie, and they look forward to getting married in May of 2026. He is passionate about youth ministry and has been involved in several ministries, including serving as a counselor at Camp Ridgecrest in Black Mountain, NC. He enjoys the fun atmosphere and high energy that youth ministry brings, while also proclaiming God’s word and seeing kids come to know Jesus. He also enjoys playing golf, spending time outdoors, and being with his family & friends.
Administrative Assistant

Michelle Gilbert
Michelle has been a member at Mountain View Baptist Church since January 1997 and has been employed by Mountain View since June 2015. Starting out as the General Secretary, she currently serves as the Administrative Assistant. Michelle and her husband Scott, live in Hamptonville with their three active boys. She enjoys serving in the music ministry at the church.
General Secretary

Beth Wagoner
Beth Wagoner has been a member of Mountain View since 1984. Beth and her husband Ken live in Hamptonville. They have two adult daughters and one granddaughter. Over the years Beth has served with the children, youth, and marriage ministries.