Meet Our Elders
Elders serve as spiritual leaders and overseers, guiding the congregation in matters of faith, doctrine, and church governance.
These elders work closely with the pastoral staff to provide spiritual direction,
counsel, and oversight, often making key decisions regarding church policies, disciplinary matters,
and overall vision. By embodying qualities such as wisdom, integrity, and a deep commitment to prayer,
elders play a crucial role in fostering the spiritual health and growth of the church community.
Their leadership helps to maintain unity and doctrinal soundness, enabling the church
to effectively carry out its mission of evangelism and discipleship.
David Brock
Elder
Serving FBI since 2004
David was born in Knoxville, TN. He accepted Jesus as his Savior and Lord at Salem Baptist Church near Dayton, TN at the age of 7. He is a preacher’s kid, and watched his Dad serve the Lord until his passing at 102.
He served in the U.S. Navy, earned a business degree from the University of Tennessee, and later received an MBA from Florida Tech. He served for 42 years in the credit union movement, with the last 26 years as President/CEO of Community Credit Union of Florida.
David plays drums in the praise band. He is married to Angela, and they have 3 children (Melissa, a public school teacher, Matthew, a Captain & pilot in the U.S. Marines, and Dylan, an Airman in the U.S. Coast Guard). They also have 6 grandchildren.
David and Angela have been attending FBI since 2004. His favorite Bible passage is Psalm 23.
Elmer Floyd
Minister to Senior Adults
Serving FBI since 2023
Elmer has been married to Doris for 49 years. They have 2 daughters, both in education. Becky is teaching math in Lusaka, Zambia; and Leah is teaching art & yearbook in New Orleans. They have 3 grandchildren. Marlee & Leon in Zambia and 3-month-old Lorretta in New Orleans.
Elmer has been in the Ministry for over 48 years. He graduated from Wheaton College in 1974. In 1984, he received his master’s degree from Trinity Evangelical School. He then did his doctoral work at Fuller Seminary. He has worked with Youth For Christ and 4 churches in his ministry career.
He loves God and loves people. Likewise, he loves teaching, caring and seeing God’s body grow.
Jes Steigerwald
Elder
Serving FBI since 2024
Originally from Maryland, Jes moved to Florida in 2001 where he attended the Florida Institute of Technology and graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He now works in Program Management for a satellite communications company.
Jes accepted Jesus at a young age, but started digging deeper and walking with the Lord at the age of 15. One of his favorite verses is Micah 6:8. He is married to Amber and has three children: Adelyn, Miles, and Graham. Jes has been involved in leading music for 25 years. In addition to music, Jes loves the outdoors, fitness, and learning new things.
Jim Schluter
Elder
Serving FBI since 2020
Jim was raised in the Eau Gallie area by wonderful Christian parents. He and Kathy met at Eau Gallie High School, and married in 1978. Jim was a law enforcement officer, and worked in various locations and capacities for 32 years, retiring in 2010. They have followed Christ throughout their marriage, sometimes more closely than others.
“We have received greater blessings and more strength to deal with challenges when we have maintained a closer walk with Christ than when we haven’t been following Christ as much as we should. I think you’ll find that to be true as well.“
Jonathan Key
Lead Pastor
Serving FBI since 2019
Jonathan was called as the Lead Pastor in the summer of 2019. He previously served churches in Alabama, Georgia, Missouri and Louisiana. He also served on the faculty and administration of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He holds degrees from Samford University and New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (M.Div. & DMin)
He and his wife, Julie, have been married since 2002 and have three daughters – Stevens Elise, Cadence, and Medley. His hobbies and interests include college sports, a few pro teams, reading, movies/Broadway shows, and local restaurants.
His favorite verses include John 10:10 and Ephesians 3:20.
Ken Maladowitz
Elder
Serving FBI since 2002
Originally from New Jersey, Ken has lived in Florida for 35 years and accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior here. He experienced the unconditional love of God through Jesus and the men He put in his path of sanctification. He was blessed to have godly men, mature in the Spirit who accepted him and guided his spiritual growth. Ken and his, wife, Kathy have been married 25 years and they been at FBI for 21 years. During these years, he has facilitated Bible fellowship classes, assisted with the youth, was the grille master and a deacon. Biking is my go-to exercise, but boating and fishing is what he enjoys most.
His favorite verse is Philippians 4: 8-9 – “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is worthy of respect, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if something is excellent or praiseworthy, think about these things. And what you learned and received and heard and saw in me, do these things. And the God of peace will be with you.”
Stephen Myers
Pastoral Ministry Associate
Serving FBI since 2022
Stephen and his wife Leslie have been married since 2009 and have four sons; Conner, Austin, Brayden, and Camden. Growing up in Abilene, Texas, is where he felt God’s call on his life to ministry. Stephen studied religion and Biblical Studies at Liberty University, and oversaw the Prayer and Life Group ministry at Liberty from 2012-2016, where he developed a passion for discipleship ministry. He later worked as Director of Residence Life before moving to Florida with his family.
Stephen loves baseball, reading, wrestling with his boys, and playing guitar when time allows.
His favorite verse is Isaiah 41:10