Austin & Charity Epperson
Lead Pastors
Pastors Austin and Charity are the ultimate power couple, combining a vision for the church with the kind of teamwork you’d expect from Dwight and Angela—if Dwight and Angela were leading a congregation. Austin leads with bold vision and a clear direction, while Charity keeps everything running smoothly with precision and care, ensuring that every detail is in place while never losing sight of the bigger picture.
More about Austin & Charity
Where were you born and raised?
Woodward, OK
How long have you been at JFA?
6 years
What are your favorite hobbies?
A - Firearms enthusiast, avid book reader, DIY hacks
C - Baking, reading, binge watching tv series, and hiking and riding our side-by-side with Austin
Where could we find you on a rainy weekend day?
A - Reading a book in front of the fireplace
C - At home, by a fire, curled up with a cozy blanket and drinking a hot chai tea latte
On a sunny day off?
A - In the UTV on the trail
C - Hopefully on a trail in our side-by-side or at a pool with Knox
What is your favorite drink?
A - Black pour over coffee. Preferably a TOPECA roast
C - Chai Tea lattes (hot or iced) made with oat milk and anything sugar free flavoring added in
What is something people might be surprised to find out about you?
A - That I am a huge fan of Khaki pants
C - I’ve never been cut out for the medical field, but I’m super intrigued by, and love to watch, any kind of medical tv series
Name a food you hate:
A - Asian Buffets
C - Canned spinach
What's your favorite thing about JFA?
A - Hands down the people. Specifically, anytime we can hang out in the cafe together. Maybe that is in between services on Sunday or during dinner waiting to start The Transfer on Wednesday nights.
C - The people! Our congregation is my extended family. They love me, check on me, champion me, and encourage me! I don’t know how people do life without Jesus and an awesome church family.
Woodward, OK
How long have you been at JFA?
6 years
What are your favorite hobbies?
A - Firearms enthusiast, avid book reader, DIY hacks
C - Baking, reading, binge watching tv series, and hiking and riding our side-by-side with Austin
Where could we find you on a rainy weekend day?
A - Reading a book in front of the fireplace
C - At home, by a fire, curled up with a cozy blanket and drinking a hot chai tea latte
On a sunny day off?
A - In the UTV on the trail
C - Hopefully on a trail in our side-by-side or at a pool with Knox
What is your favorite drink?
A - Black pour over coffee. Preferably a TOPECA roast
C - Chai Tea lattes (hot or iced) made with oat milk and anything sugar free flavoring added in
What is something people might be surprised to find out about you?
A - That I am a huge fan of Khaki pants
C - I’ve never been cut out for the medical field, but I’m super intrigued by, and love to watch, any kind of medical tv series
Name a food you hate:
A - Asian Buffets
C - Canned spinach
What's your favorite thing about JFA?
A - Hands down the people. Specifically, anytime we can hang out in the cafe together. Maybe that is in between services on Sunday or during dinner waiting to start The Transfer on Wednesday nights.
C - The people! Our congregation is my extended family. They love me, check on me, champion me, and encourage me! I don’t know how people do life without Jesus and an awesome church family.
Robert & Diana Lokey
Seniors Pastors
Pastors Robert and Diana are the dynamic duo of our church, kind of like Jim and Pam, but with more wisdom and a lot more prayer. With hearts full of compassion and a steady hand guiding us, they balance leadership and laughter in a way that makes every sermon feel like a conversation—and every challenge feel like an opportunity to grow.
More about The Lokeys
Where were you born and raised?
R - Henlison, TX
D - Tulsa, OK
How long have you been at JFA?
Since 2010
What are your favorite hobbies?
R - Golf, fishing, hunting, sports
D - I love when my kids & grands are here
Where could we find you on a rainy weekend day?
R - Home
D - Playing piano or cooking for others
On a sunny day off?
R - Out and about
D - Riding around in it - still riding
What is your favorite drink?
R - Hot tea - strong black tea and black coffee
D - Diet Dr Pepper - extra ice and extra extra raspberry
What is something people might be surprised to find out about you?
R - I snore very loud when I sleep, so I am told
D - Driving fast - I used to drag race and won every time with my little GTO!
Name a food you hate:
R - Sushi (don't like raw fish)
D - Raw fish
What's your favorite thing about JFA?
R - Pastors, praise and worship, family congregation.
D - My pastors and staff, our freedom to worship, and the family atmosphere.
R - Henlison, TX
D - Tulsa, OK
How long have you been at JFA?
Since 2010
What are your favorite hobbies?
R - Golf, fishing, hunting, sports
D - I love when my kids & grands are here
Where could we find you on a rainy weekend day?
R - Home
D - Playing piano or cooking for others
On a sunny day off?
R - Out and about
D - Riding around in it - still riding
What is your favorite drink?
R - Hot tea - strong black tea and black coffee
D - Diet Dr Pepper - extra ice and extra extra raspberry
What is something people might be surprised to find out about you?
R - I snore very loud when I sleep, so I am told
D - Driving fast - I used to drag race and won every time with my little GTO!
Name a food you hate:
R - Sushi (don't like raw fish)
D - Raw fish
What's your favorite thing about JFA?
R - Pastors, praise and worship, family congregation.
D - My pastors and staff, our freedom to worship, and the family atmosphere.
Kody & Linda Jordan
Discipleship Pastors
Kody and Linda serve together as Discipleship Pastors, combining practical leadership, creativity, and a healthy dose of humor to help people grow in their faith. Kody brings a steady, grounded approach to discipleship—leading with strength, wisdom, and just enough Andy Bernard–level enthusiasm to keep things engaging. Linda pairs artistic creativity with a driven, get-it-done mindset, bringing fresh ideas and intentional design to everything she touches. Together, they are passionate about building discipleship that is relational, meaningful, and always pointing people back to our Creator.
More about Kody
Where were you born and raised?
Fairland, OK
How long have you been at JFA?
6 years
What are your favorite hobbies?
Disc Golf
Where could we find you on a rainy weekend day?
At home with the family.
On a sunny day off?
On an adventure with the family.
What is your favorite drink?
Fresh, hand squeezed ice cold lemonade, I'm not opposed to flavoring in it as well.
What is something people might be surprised to find out about you?
Name a food you hate:
Goldfish, cheez-its, any kind of baked cheese crackers
What's your favorite thing about JFA?
The family feel!
Fairland, OK
How long have you been at JFA?
6 years
What are your favorite hobbies?
Disc Golf
Where could we find you on a rainy weekend day?
At home with the family.
On a sunny day off?
On an adventure with the family.
What is your favorite drink?
Fresh, hand squeezed ice cold lemonade, I'm not opposed to flavoring in it as well.
What is something people might be surprised to find out about you?
Name a food you hate:
Goldfish, cheez-its, any kind of baked cheese crackers
What's your favorite thing about JFA?
The family feel!
More about Linda
Where were you born and raised?
I was born and raised in NW Indiana - about 40 minutes southeast of Chicago.
How long have you been at JFA?
6 years
What are your favorite hobbies?
Finding a new trail to hike, baking sourdough, and laser cuttering (and an endless list of other things)
Where could we find you on a rainy weekend day?
Binge watching Brooklyn 99 or reading a book
On a sunny day off?
Working on a home improvement project or convincing my husband its a good day for a hike or to go camping
What is your favorite drink?
Iced sugar-free vanilla latte with Jordan's Skinny syrup, a double shot of Topeca Espresso Blend beans, and Fairlife milk
What is something people might be surprised to find out about you?
I was in a band with my twin sister called "Seeing Double" in highschool. Also, I was homeschooled.
Name a food you hate.
Pickles. I want to love them . I even try one every few years in the hopes I will love them. I love all the components, but when they come together, I want to barf.
What's your favorite thing about JFA?
Definitely the people! These are friends who are FAMILY.
I was born and raised in NW Indiana - about 40 minutes southeast of Chicago.
How long have you been at JFA?
6 years
What are your favorite hobbies?
Finding a new trail to hike, baking sourdough, and laser cuttering (and an endless list of other things)
Where could we find you on a rainy weekend day?
Binge watching Brooklyn 99 or reading a book
On a sunny day off?
Working on a home improvement project or convincing my husband its a good day for a hike or to go camping
What is your favorite drink?
Iced sugar-free vanilla latte with Jordan's Skinny syrup, a double shot of Topeca Espresso Blend beans, and Fairlife milk
What is something people might be surprised to find out about you?
I was in a band with my twin sister called "Seeing Double" in highschool. Also, I was homeschooled.
Name a food you hate.
Pickles. I want to love them . I even try one every few years in the hopes I will love them. I love all the components, but when they come together, I want to barf.
What's your favorite thing about JFA?
Definitely the people! These are friends who are FAMILY.
Mary Pollett
Kid's Ministry Director
Mary is the glue that holds our kid’s ministry together—think of her as the Pam Beesly of the children's crew, but with a lot more glitter. With her blend of creativity, patience, and a sense of humor that could make even Stanley crack a smile, she effortlessly keeps the chaos in check while making every lesson feel like a mini-party.
More about Mary
Where were you born and raised?
Born in Independence, KS. Raised in Coffeyville, KS and North West Arkansas
How long have you been at JFA?
4 years
What are your favorite hobbies?
Hanging out with grandkids. Baking chocolate chip cookies. Being Aniston's number one fan.
Where could we find you on a rainy weekend day?
On my couch watching a movie or reading a book.
On a sunny day off?
Going for a walk. Power washing my car.
What is your favorite drink?
Gingerbread coffee/chai. Bubly Sparking Water, all flavors except cherry
What is something people might be surprised to find out about you?
I was Time Magazine's Person of the Year in 2006. I once hit a pole in the church parking lot in my car. I can do the splits. I am good at writing parody songs.
Name a food you hate.
I hate cantaloupe
What's your favorite thing about JFA?
It feels like a home.
Born in Independence, KS. Raised in Coffeyville, KS and North West Arkansas
How long have you been at JFA?
4 years
What are your favorite hobbies?
Hanging out with grandkids. Baking chocolate chip cookies. Being Aniston's number one fan.
Where could we find you on a rainy weekend day?
On my couch watching a movie or reading a book.
On a sunny day off?
Going for a walk. Power washing my car.
What is your favorite drink?
Gingerbread coffee/chai. Bubly Sparking Water, all flavors except cherry
What is something people might be surprised to find out about you?
I was Time Magazine's Person of the Year in 2006. I once hit a pole in the church parking lot in my car. I can do the splits. I am good at writing parody songs.
Name a food you hate.
I hate cantaloupe
What's your favorite thing about JFA?
It feels like a home.
Graham Dills
Kid's Pastor
Pastor Graham is the ultimate "World's Best Boss" of our kid’s ministry—minus the mug, but with plenty of high-fives. With the energy of a thousand Jell-O cups and a heart as big as Michael Scott’s dreams for Scott's Tots, he knows how to make Sunday school feel like the best episode of The Office—full of laughs, learning, and a little bit of chaos.
More about Graham
Where were you born and raised?
North Texas
How long have you been at JFA?
4 years
What are your favorite hobbies?
Golf
Where could we find you on a rainy weekend day?
At home reading a book
On a sunny day off?
Watching my chickens
What is your favorite drink?
Blueberry Redbull
What is something people might be surprised to find out about you?
I've never been to the moon
Name a food you hate.
Olives
What's your favorite thing about JFA?
The kids
North Texas
How long have you been at JFA?
4 years
What are your favorite hobbies?
Golf
Where could we find you on a rainy weekend day?
At home reading a book
On a sunny day off?
Watching my chickens
What is your favorite drink?
Blueberry Redbull
What is something people might be surprised to find out about you?
I've never been to the moon
Name a food you hate.
Olives
What's your favorite thing about JFA?
The kids
Charity Epperson
Youth Pastor
Tosha Bridges
Administrative Assistant
Tosha is the heartbeat of our church office, a true "Assistant Regional Manager" of organization and efficiency. With her unique sense of humor and knack for keeping things running smoothly, she's like the perfect blend of Pam's calm and Dwight's… unique outlook on life. She’s the kind of person who can keep the office in line, all while cracking jokes that even Creed would appreciate.
More about Tosha
Where were you born and raised?
Grove (In the elevator because I have always had poor time management) and Grove
How long have you been at JFA?
5 Amazing Years!
What made you want to come to JFA?
I have never been to a church that immediately felt like home. JFA has always more than I bargained for. I saw a church, I never anticipated a family. I enjoyed the worship and messages, I never dreamed my soul would be fed in such a way or the affect that would have on my husband and son.
What are your favorite hobbies?
Baking/decorating baked goods, riding my bike.
Where could we find you on a rainy weekend day? On a sunny day off?
If I'm not at a ballfield I'm in my kitchen.
What is your favorite drink?
Cinnamon Latte with oat milk.
What is something people might be surprised to find out about you?
I love building things. I designed, and built my first nephew's crib and changing table/dresser.
Name a food you hate.
Shrimp (Unless it's hidden in sushi)
What's your favorite thing about JFA?
The drive and willingness to be instrumental in God's plan to change people's lives. There is so much motivation to see marriages restored and lives turned to God. We don't just want to see the seats filled, we want to see the Kingdom filled.
Grove (In the elevator because I have always had poor time management) and Grove
How long have you been at JFA?
5 Amazing Years!
What made you want to come to JFA?
I have never been to a church that immediately felt like home. JFA has always more than I bargained for. I saw a church, I never anticipated a family. I enjoyed the worship and messages, I never dreamed my soul would be fed in such a way or the affect that would have on my husband and son.
What are your favorite hobbies?
Baking/decorating baked goods, riding my bike.
Where could we find you on a rainy weekend day? On a sunny day off?
If I'm not at a ballfield I'm in my kitchen.
What is your favorite drink?
Cinnamon Latte with oat milk.
What is something people might be surprised to find out about you?
I love building things. I designed, and built my first nephew's crib and changing table/dresser.
Name a food you hate.
Shrimp (Unless it's hidden in sushi)
What's your favorite thing about JFA?
The drive and willingness to be instrumental in God's plan to change people's lives. There is so much motivation to see marriages restored and lives turned to God. We don't just want to see the seats filled, we want to see the Kingdom filled.