Our full-time staff, part-time staff, and elders live to serve the Lord and His people. If you have any questions for them, please reach out by contacting via email or call the church office.
Valley leadership
OUR STAFF
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brett parks
Lead Pastor
Brett and his wife Corinne were married in 2006, and have 4 daughters: Haddie, Gemma, Remy, and Raya (Remy and Raya are twins). He is the Lead Pastor of Valley Church and has served in that role since 2015, while being on staff at Valley Church since 2010. Brett’s ministry passions are for our church to be formed into the likeness of Christ and to multiply all that God has given us for His glory. Having grown up in a coach’s house, he is an avid sports fan and is always ready to share quotes/references from The Office with anyone.
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brandon Pittenger
Family and Worship Pastor
Brandon has been a part of Valley Church since 2010. He and his wife Grace married and moved to Terre Haute in early 2010 and have been here ever since. They have 4 fun and energetic children, Addie, Luca, David and Barrett. Brandon serves as our Family and Worship Pastor, overseeing all things related to families, students and children. He primarily teaches our middle-high school students on Wednesday evenings and then shepherds our church through song and Worship on Sunday mornings alongside his wife, Grace who is our Music Director. One of his greatest passions is to help others to see and fall in love with Jesus. He loves being a husband and a father, spending time with his family, and also enjoys eating Oreos, playing basketball and powerlifting.Envelope
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seth Wiram
Multiplication Pastor
Seth is married to Emily and has three kids: Jordan, Lydia, and Titus. He is the Pastor of Multiplication at Valley Church and oversees group ministry, missions teams, and will ultimately be leaving Terre Haute to plant our first church, Valley Church Clinton. Seth’s passions for ministry include community and abroad missions, multiplication, and intentional discipleship in the group model. The Wirams love hiking, playing Super Smash Brothers, and disc golf.
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matt buell
Children's Ministries Director
Matt and Sarah have been married since 2011 and have 5 wonderful children. Matt has been a member of Valley Church since 2007 when he joined after attending the youth group for a few years. They have served in children’s ministry for over 15 years. Their ministry umbrella covers the K-5th grade age group here at Valley. Their passion for ministry includes sharing God’s word, memorizing scripture, singing, and playing with the children here at Valley Church. Matt is currently attending Eternity Bible College and pursuing a degree in Advanced Biblical Studies and Cultural Exegesis. Matt enjoys large chocolate milkshakes, Anime, and funny videos.
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kara bosworth
Administration Director
Kara and her husband Joe have been married since 2013, and have 3 kids, Lilo, Allister, and Titus. Kara is the Director of Administration at Valley Church, and has been on staff since 2014. Kara's role includes all forms of communication, graphic design, and directing the Tot's Ministry. Kara's ministry passions are for our littlest ones to feel and know the love of Christ, and also for our communication to be clear and lead our church towards the Lord. Kara is a Swiftie who enjoys warm weather specifically on the beach, growing flowers and making bouquets, and traveling with her family!
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Maggie Stuhr
Ministry Events Director
Maggie joined our staff after being a college intern. She works in our office, oversees event planning, and serves in our Intermediate Group and Worship team.
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greg starkey
Operations Director
Greg and his wife Kim have been long time members here at FBN serving in a wide range of ministries. He has been on staff as our Facilities and Campus Manager since 2019.
Our elders
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mark schuld
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ron forster
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mike hogan
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Greg Starkey
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Doug Miller
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Andy Johnson
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seth wiram
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