Our church is led by a group of elders. These men have been called to care for and shepherd the church through teaching and preaching God’s Word, prayer and oversight. Staff elders serve in a full-time capacity and have assigned roles and responsibilities.
Staff Elders
Jason McClanahan
Lead Pastor
jason@randolphstreet.org | (304) 342-3257 Ex. 1
Jason returned to Charleston in September 2007 to begin his ministry as lead pastor at Randolph Street.
Jason grew up near Charleston and graduated from Poca High School in 1992. He attended college at West Virginia State University to play baseball under Coach Cal Bailey. In May 1997, he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work at WVSU.
During his sophomore year, Jason met his future wife, Ginger Fisher. She was instrumental in leading him to Christ through her life and love for the Savior. In June 1994, God radically changed Jason’s heart and he placed his faith in Christ. From that day, Jason began pursuing pastoral ministry. Upon completion of the undergraduate degree, he completed a three year Master of Divinity degree at Virginia Beach Theological Seminary. In 2008, he likewise completed the Doctor of Ministry in Expository Preaching from Master’s Seminary in Los Angeles.
Prior to serving at Randolph Street, Jason planted and pastored Providence Baptist Church in Columbus, Ohio for seven years. Jason and Ginger married in September 1995 and have three children (Ty, Olivia, and Julia). Jason’s main responsibilities as our lead pastor includes serving as our primary preaching/teaching pastor, leading our pastoral staff, elders and preaching team, and developing the overall vision and direction of our ministry.
Tim Valentine
Pastor of Care and Church Multiplication
tim@randolphstreet.org | (304) 342-3257 Ex. 2
Tim serves as Pastor of Care and Church Multiplication.
Tim and his wife, Becky, joined the RSBC staff in July 2011. They both grew up in the Parkersburg area, and Tim attended Marshall University and was a member of the football team. They have four children and eight grandchildren with two sons involved in planting churches in Pittsburgh, PA and Lexington, KY.
Tim and Becky have been involved in planting churches and training families for church planting for most of their more than forty years of ministry. It is with great joy that they serve with the RSBC family in preparing a new generation to spread the glorious news of the gospel locally, regionally, and globally.
Tim has three primary responsibilities: care (overseeing our shepherding ministries and deacons), church multiplication (mentoring our future church planters, networking with other like-minded churches in our region, overseeing our church planting efforts), and being a regular part of the preaching and teaching team.
Ginger McClanahan
Women’s Ministry Director
ginger@randolphstreet.org | (304) 342-3257 Ex. 3
Ginger graduated from Marshall University, receiving an Associate of Applied Science degree in Legal Assisting. She facilitates opportunities for women to receive teaching and training through Bible studies and conferences, connects women to ministry opportunities, and supervises efforts to encourage women in their walk with Christ.
Ginger is married to Jason, and they are blessed with three children: Ty, Olivia, and Julia.
Authors such as Elisabeth Elliot and Jen Wilkin and the book “The Disciplines of Grace” by Jerry Bridges have influenced her life and faith.
Rachel Dispenette
Nursery Director
Rachel graduated with her Doctor of Pharmacy from West Virginia University in 2012. She oversees the nursery ministry and enjoys making young families feel welcome and cared for at RSBC.
Rachel is married to Denny, and they are blessed with three children: Adam, Luke, and Gwen.
The books of Isaiah, Ecclesiastes, and James have been instrumental in her faith, as well as “Knowing God” by JI Packer.
Amanda Fox
Financial Administrator
Amanda graduated from Elon University with a degree in Business Marketing and, thereafter, received her master’s degree in Education from the College of Charleston. She oversees the church’s finances, as well as those for Clean Slate Restoration.
Amanda is married to Scott, and they are blessed with four children: Braxton, Gage, Maddox, and Piper.
The author, Jen Wilkin, has influenced Amanda’s life and faith.
Lee Stonestreet
Administrative Assistant
lee@randolphstreet.org | (304) 342-3257 Ex. 4
Lee graduated from Baylor University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and West Virginia University College of Law with her law degree. She is the primary contact for administrative needs, oversees the organization of volunteers, manages church communications, and organizes the facility schedule.
Lee is married to Andrew, and they are blessed with two sons, Beckett & Ben.
Authors such as Elisabeth Elliot and David Platt and books such as “When Helping Hurts” by Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert have influenced Lee’s life and faith.
Erin Flanagan
Hope For Appalachia, Director of Development and Donor Relations
erin@hopeforappalachia.org | (304) 342-3257 Ex. 5
Erin graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder with her Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Language. She helps with the day to day needs of Hope For Appalachia, strengthens existing programs and creates new ones to meet the needs of men, women and children affected by addiction.
Erin is married to Kyle, and they are blessed with four children: Israel, Iva, Isaac, and Ingrid.
The book of Hosea has influenced Erin’s life and faith, a great reminder to her of our need for our Savior and how He will love us in spite of our sin. It has also helped teach her how to better serve and love those around her.