Brian graduated from high school in Wichita, KS in 1981, moved toSpringfield, MO to attend Baptist Bible College, surrendering his life to full-time ministry. It was there that he met his wife Renee, while traveling in a college singing group. They were married in 1984 and Brian graduated from Baptist Bible College in 1986.
He served as a youth minister in both Denver, CO and Abilene, TX before joining the staff of Park Crest Baptist Church in Springfield, MO where he served as executive pastor for 15 years. He was called to be the pastor of Harmony in August of 2006.
Brian and Renee keep busy with their 4 adult sons and 3 daughters-in-law; Jason & Amanda, Brandon & Mary, Kyle & Jess, & Derek. They also enjoy spoiling 1 grand-daughter, Reagan. Brian always enjoys shooting, golf, racquetball, and watching ESPN.
Staff
Bradley Johnson
Associate Pastor
Bradley was born and raised in Arlington, TX where he made his profession of faith at the age of 17. Shortly after, he felt the call to ministry and attended college at Dallas Baptist University where he received a Bachelor of Science in Business Communications with a minor in Religion.
Bradley was licensed in 2013 and holds a master’s degree in Theological Studies from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Bradley married his high school sweetheart, Lauren, in August of 2015 and they have one son – Bradley Johnson III who was born in 2021. Bradley and his wife Lauren love spending time together with family and friends and especially over great coffee! Their desire in ministry is to fulfill the great commission by making disciples and sending them out to impact the community.
Nikki Castro
Volunteer Services
Nikki Castro was born in Dallas, Texas where she graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School and attended Eastfield College to obtain her Associates Cert. in Early Childhood Development. Nikki joined The Harmony Baptist Church family in the summer of 2014. She currently lives in Arlington with her husband David and son Cooper Cousins. Her stepdaughter Addison Castro is attending Colorado State University.
Nikki has devoted her life to God with a deep desire to be used to inspire and motivate the body of Christ. She wishes to humbly serve and love on others with a spirit of gentleness. If she can pray for you or place you in an area where Christ can use you, she would love to have a conversation with you.
Madelyn King
Children's Minister
Madelyn grew up in Arlington, TX just around the corner from Harmony. Madelyn graduated Cum laude from the University of Texas in Arlington where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Communication. Madelyn spent 10 years working in Parks and Recreation where she met her husband, Matthew. Madelyn and Matthew have been married since January of 2019 and have one son named Jaxon. The family of three love attending Rangers baseball games and spending time with their family and friends over some good food! Madelyn is passionate about sharing the gospel with little ones and encouraging families within the church to make much of Jesus within their homes and daily life. She is excited about coming along side of parents to pour Jesus into the next generation. If Maddy can serve you in any way, please let her know.