God has blessed Green Valley with a wonderful group of men to lead us. Take a moment to get to know them just a bit from this page.
David Mason, Senior Pastor
Gary Mathes, Pastor of Christian Maturity
Cort Huffman, Worship Pastor
Brett Smith, Youth Pastor
Pastor David Mason is originally from Colorado and has been at Green Valley since October 1997. He graduated from Southwestern Baptist University in Bolivar, Missouri. He earned his Master of Divinity and Doctorate of Ministry from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Missouri. However, the degree that David is most proud of is his degree of "sinner saved by grace." David and his wife, Pam, have five children; Sarah, Seth, Hannah, Matthew, and Esther.
About David....
What Bible story do you wish you had been a part of and why? The Book of Job...I would have been a better friend.
What was your first car? Dark green 68 Ford Galaxy 500 2-door with bucket seats
Nobody knows that I still… ?. 
I cannot go on a trip without… drinking a triple shot cappuccino.
If you could ask God one question what would it be? Which football team do you favor, Broncos or Chiefs?
What is your favorite meal? Before 40 it was a rare steak, asparagus, texas toast and ice tea with lemon. After 40 is SALAD.
What’s on your bucket list? Take My wife to spend the night on Mackinaw Island, visit the Holy Land, carry Bibles into Unopenned countries.
Beach or Mountains? I'm from Denver! Next Question.
What’s on your bookshelf? 10 copies of "The Pilgrim's Progress" and major selections of Creation Research, Bible Proofs and Founding Fathers of America.
I’m happiest when… Riding my moped, bicycle or scooter and sharing Jesus with anyone.
Email: david@gvchurch.com
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Dr. Gary Mathes , Pastor of Christian Maturity
Gary earned a bachelor degree from the College of the Ozarks in Branson Missouri. He also earned both a M.Div. and D.Min. from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City. He began serving on staff at Green Valley in July 1999. Gary grew up in Salem, Missouri. He and his wife Ginger have been married since July, 2 1983 and they have two children, Nicki and Luke. Gary enjoys spending time reading, teaching and preaching, playing guitar and singing with the worship team, writing and recording songs, and traveling.
About Gary . . . .
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What Bible story do you wish you had been a part of and why? The parting of the Red Sea. As cool as Cecil B. DeMille made it, I am sure it was more spectacular.
What was your first car? An olive green 1969 Ford Torino.
Nobody knows that I still… part my hair in the middle.
I cannot go on a trip without… Finding the closest Wal-Mart.
If you could ask God one question what would it be? Why am I bald instead of my brother?
What is your favorite meal? Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches
What’s on your bucket list? Travel more. Go to the Holy Land. Officiate my grandchildren’s weddings. Publish a book. Publish some songs. Enjoy my 50th wedding anniversary.
Beach or Mountains? Definitely the mountains. There is so much more to see and do than lay around and be hot, sandy and salty.
What’s on your bookshelf? Books only a preacher would read.
I’m happiest when… Experiencing the presence of God in worship.
Email: garym@gvchurch.com
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Cort and his lovely wife Laurie have lived in the St. Joseph area all of their lives. They were married in 1983 at the old Green Valley Baptist Church. Cort and Laurie have two wonderful daughters Catrina and Emily. Cort has been leading worship (lead worshiper) at GVBC since 1988. He is a Graduate of F.P.U., D.J.R.A., P.U. I-70 D.S. and is still learning from L.U. He has helped ad to the economic structure of S.J.C.S., S.B.U. and M.W.S.U. Cort’s favorite Sport is racing especially NASCAR. In fact he loves anything with wheels!! Just F.Y.I. NASCAR is the only professional sport that a prayer is spoken in Jesus name before every event! Pretty cool huh!!! Cort loves long walks in the rain and long walks on the beach…. NOT!!! Why walk when you can ride something with wheels? He loves the Mountains, Hiking, Offroading, Camping, and Riding his GS 750 Suzuki motorcycle with Laurie. Spending time in the recording studio is also one of his favorite things to do when he has the time.
Email: cort@gvchurch.com
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Brett grew up in St. Joseph and graduated from Benton High School. He got his Recreation Administration degree at Missouri Western and has also taken graduate missiology classes from Southwest Baptist Theological Seminary. Brett began serving on staff at Green Valey in June 2007. He and his wife Janelle were married May 24, 2003 and have two amazing children Hannah and Ezekiel (Zeke). Brett loves playing every sport under the sun (except soccer), fishing, playing guitar and wrestling.
About Brett . . .
What Bible story do you wish you had been a part of and why? The resurrection! To see the angel dismiss the Roman guards, see the stone be rolled away and be there when Jesus stepped out of the tomb. There's nothing more glorious or significant in all of time!
What was your first car? A gray Chevrolet Celebrity (aka boat)
Nobody knows that I still... love cartoons, Dragonballz, Phineus and Ferb, practice some Brazilian Jujitsu, a.k.a. Dr. Gamora, have a man crush on Clive Owen, Brad Pit, Johnny Depp, Robert Downy Jr. and Christian Bale, fear lighting greatly, hate wet socks, have vividly real dreams, and wish I was a professional B.A.S.S. fisherman.
I cannot go on a trip without... my golf clubs, fishing equip., beautiful wife and kids, knowing where we are going and when the fishing will begin.
If you could ask God one question what would it be? One... Hah! How about why poison ivy? Why do ticks have to go THERE? Mosquito’s? Why can't I see angels with the flaming swords? Ok seriously the platypus? I could go on...
What is your favorite meal? Any meal shared with family, friends, and laughter.
What's on your bucket list? Witness to a celebrity, ... wait I'm only 29 do I need this?
Beach or mountains? Ummmm how about lake? fishing, boating, tanning, fishing... no salty sandy leftovers
What's on your bookshelf? John Piper books, Josh McDowell books, random youth ministry books, and junk I'll never use.
Email: brett@stjoelive.com
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