Dr Curtis Linton
Senior Pastor
Dr. Curtis Linton was born in Muskogee, OK. He earned his Doctor of Bible Philosophy from Caribbean College of the Bible in 1994. He also received an Honorary Doctorate Degree from Bethany Theological Seminary in Church Growth. Dr. Linton is married to his high school sweetheart, Karen Linton. They enjoy traveling together, spending time at their cabin, and of course spending time with their family, but especially their grandchildren. They have 3 daughters, Charity, who is married to Jeff Rodrequez, Hope, who is married to Zack Hinson, and Faith who is married to Tim Hand. Dr. Linton and Karen have 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
E-mail: doclinton@aol.com
Aaron Bailey
Executive Pastor
Aaron Bailey was born in Raleigh, NC. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from Southeastern Free Will Baptist College in 2017 and his Master’s degree from Liberty Theological Seminary in 2021. He has served in various ministry roles, including Associate Pastor in North Carolina from 2017 to 2022 and over three years as a Lead Pastor in Ohio from 2022 to 2025. Aaron is married to his wife, Abby, and together they enjoy spending time as a family, serving in ministry, and creating lasting memories with their children. They have three children, Graham, Emma and Oliver.
Email: aaron.bailey@firstfwbjax.com
Joseph Graves
Minister of Music
Joseph Graves was born in Tulsa, OK. From a very young age, he has had a passion for music, and its ability to act as a medium for exalting Jesus. He plays multiple musical instruments, and has broad experience performing and leading Christian music. Joseph graduated with a B.S in Electronics Engineering, and is an accomplished Audiovisual Design Engineer, with several certifications. He is responsible for leading our music and technology teams. Joseph is married to Ambyer, also raised in Oklahoma. They have 5 beautiful children.