On Sunday, March 23, 2025 David English began his time as our new Interim Pastor. David holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from SFA, a Master of Divinity from Southwestern Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from Trinity Theological Seminary. Currently living in Palestine, TX with his wife Cindy, he is a chairman for East Texas Hospitality House, and Dogwood Hills Baptist Association. In the past, David has served as Minister of Music/Youth, Executive Director, and Executive/Associate Pastor for various churches and facilities across Texas, as well as Interim Pastor in Germany for the IMB Southern Baptist Convention. He and Cindy were married in June 1992, and have one daughter, Gretchen. We are blessed to have David as he serves and aims to prepare Central for our next Pastor.