The River Oaks Staff

  • LARRY RODGERS

    LEad PASTOR

    Larry@rivoakschurch.com

    Pastor Larry Rodgers is many things... He's a husband, a father, a friend and mentor; he's a teacher, a preacher, a counsellor and a leader. He unapologetically preaches the life-changing word of God with conviction and authority, with depth and substance, but also with humor and a whole lot of grace. God has blessed River Oaks Church with this loving and caring shepherd. He is married to his wife, Grace, they have one daughter, Dakotah.

  • Brent Herrington    

    Pastor of Worship & Connections

    Brent@rivoakschurch.com

    You can tell by his distinguishable drawl that Pastor Brent is a country boy at heart. Originally from Kentucky, he joined the River Oaks team in 2022 and serves as our Worship Pastor, Technical Director and Pastor of Connections. He is a gifted and passionate singer, musician and leader of the congregation, but first and foremost, he is a worshipper! He is married to his wife, Angel, and they have three daughters: Breanna, Brette, and Aslyn.

  • Dean hunsucker

    OUTreach Pastor

    dean@rivoakschurch.com

    Pastor Dean has a heart for helping people know Jesus. He brings a creative mind and a pastor's heart as he leads ministry efforts focused on reaching the community with the hope of the Gospel. Whether preaching, teaching, organizing outreach, or encouraging others to use their gifts for the Lord, Dean desires to see people grow in faith and live on mission. He and his wife, Bethany are grateful to be part of the River Oaks Church family. He has 3 adult children and one amazing grandson.

  • Bobby Petit

    DiscipleShip Pastor

    Bobby@rivoakschurch.com

    Pastor Bobby came to River Oaks Church in 2018 and has served in worship ministry in addition to his preaching and teaching; he is also one of our church Elders. He is passionate about making disciples of Jesus Christ. He leads our church's discipleship process called "DiscipleLife", whose goal is to make all of our people "Gospel Ready". He is married to his High School sweetheart, Tracy. They have two grown children (Trey and Jessica), and five incredible grandchildren (Elias, Amira, Natalia, Alex and Teddy).  

  • Melinda Bentley

    Children's Ministry Director

    Melinda@rivoakschurch.com

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