Meet Our Staff

Tyler Johnson
Senior Pastor

A native of the Lakeway area, Pastor Tyler grew up in Jefferson County and holds a Master of Divinity Degree in Christian Ministry from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Tyler has a heart for ministry and a passion for the Gospel. Tyler is married to Kristen and together they have two girls, Harper and Evie Ruth.
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Zach Coffey
Student Ministry Leader

Zach and Kandice Coffey came to Russellville Baptist Church in January of 2021. This family has had a calling for helping with youth ministry since 2010. Zach grew up moving every few years so he has been influenced by several different churches and through that gained knowledge and experience with engaging a wide range of kids from 6th-12th grade.  Kandice is a social worker with her passion being to serve and help which has been vital when working with youth.  Zach and Kandice both have a calling for discipleship and leadership and want to see this generation make a difference.. Outside of work and serving the church, they are involved as parents of two beautiful girls, Addilee and Aleah. Addilee loves clogging and Aleah loves being around her sister. This family looks forward to getting to know your kids and growing with them closer to the Lord! They yearn to see young people come to Jesus, see their identity in Jesus and grow closer to Jesus while drawing others to do the same.  He believes that they are the church of the future but they are also the church of today.


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Dawn Wilson
Children's Ministry Director​

​Dawn and Johnny Wilson came to Russellville Baptist Church in 2004. Coming from a small church background, Dawn has been active in serving with children since 18. Russellville Baptist Church drew her and Johnny to our church through their numerous children ministries that were offered for their young daughter to help grow closer to the Lord. Now leading our Children's ministry, Dawn has a passion to pass on to other family's what drew her to Russellville Baptist Church. Her goal is to lay a foundation of who God is and how He can be involved in our everyday lives, even for a young child. She desires our children to learn how to pray and study the Word of God. Dawn is a full-time teacher when not at church and still continues to invest in the lives of young people. When not teaching at school or church, Dawn enjoys shopping, crocheting, and spending time with family. She looks forward to meeting your family and making a difference in your child's life when you visit!

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Annette Elmore
Administrative Assistant

Annette was born in Marysville, Ohio and later moved with her family to Cumberland County in Tennessee. Some years later she met her husband and they moved to East Tennessee. Annette was saved at the age of 12 years during a revival at her grandmothers church. She has always had a passion for missions and helping others come to know Jesus. Annette has served in various areas of ministry for over twenty-five years now. Her favorite Bible verse is Isaiah 40:31, But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; they shall walk, and not faint. Annette enjoys spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren. Some of her interests outside of ministry are crocheting, crafting, and antiques.​

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