FBC Stratford

Bro. Keith is originally from Oklahoma City. In October, 2025, he will celebrate his 14th anniversary as Pastor of FBC Stratford.  He has pastored churches in Oklahoma City, Western and Eastern Oklahoma. He loves camping, hunting, fishing, and traveling with his family (Wife - Crystal; Sons - Dawson, Josiah, and Cale). He also enjoys golfing and watching the Oklahoma Sooners.

As of May 1, 2025, Philip is our Youth Director. Philip is currently a student at East Central University, majoring in Elementary Education. He is passionate about becoming an elementary teacher and is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of young learners.

Philip enjoys spending time with youth and making a positive impact in their lives, no matter where he is. One of his favorite places to connect with others is the Baptist Student Union (BSU) where he loves meeting new people and building community. In his free time, he enjoys staying active - running, volleyball, and basketball are his favorite sports, but he is always open to trying something new.

Welcome Philip to FBC Stratford. 

Fred began as our Music Director on March 28, 2021. He and his wife Dianne have lived in Stratford for the past 20 years. Fred has been in the ministry since 1980. Fred and Dianne have two grown children, Mikala and Andrew. They have one grandchild - Leighton Marie Stephens.

Fred brings excitement to our music program. He loves to share the old hymn stories with us but also teaches us new, contemporary songs as well.  

Franklin "Daniel" Pursiville is our custodian. Daniel has lived most of his life in Oklahoma. He graduated from Byng High School. He has one daughter, Julieanna. Daniel likes going to church, being with family, hunting, fishing, and doing his best to follow Jesus.

Nancy serves in two positions: secretary and pianist. She has been our church secretary since September, 2019.

Nancy and her husband, Mike, are natives of Mississippi. They have two grown children. Their son, Daniel, lives in Florida and their daughter, Laura Menges, lives here in Stratford with her husband, Todd, and the one and only grandchild - Luke.