Meet The FAR Leadership Team!

PAUL FISHELL

Lead Pastor

Paul, along with his wife Jalaine, joined FAR in August 2026. He’s spent his life in several churches as a staff pastor, but also helped plant churches in Harrisonville, MO & Kansas City. As Paul states, “I’ve done a lot of differnet jobs to support my ministry habit!” Whether it’s teaching, coaching or driving, Paul has done it all to facilitate his call!

KEVIN ASHCRAFT

Office Admin & Deacon

Kevin serves in a variety of roles, including being Vice-President of the Leadership Team. He also oversees much of the day-to-day activity of FAR, including media, communications, and finances.

BEN & MICHELLE GEMMER

Worship Ministry & Board Member

Ben serves on our Leadership Team, and along with his wife Michelle lead worship each week. Having grown up in FAR, they’re an integral part of our church!

JANE GROTH

Board Member

Jane is the secretary of our board. She serves faithfully in our Brightness Of Noon outreach ministry and spends much of her free time helping to maintain our building! She’s an invaluable part of FAR!

BEN WEISS

Deacon

Ben has been a part of FAR since 1983! He’s been part of FAR leadership for several decades and provides valuable wisdom and insight! Ben’s experience as a sound engineer comes in handy, as he runs the in-house sound every Sunday.

BILL HOWARD

Deacon

Bill not only sings on our worship team but also teaches adult bible study every Sunday morning at 9 a.m. He’s a gifted teacher with a heart for discipleship!