Staff
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Senior Minister- Rev. John E. Pennington, Jr. Educated at the University of Tennessee and Southeastern Seminary in Wake Forest, Rev. Pennington has served six churches in three states. In addition, he has taught in the religion department of Lincoln Memorial University and Hiwassee College. He has been very active in ecumenical work in Tennessee, Kentucky, and North Carolina. |
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Music Minister- Dr. Eric Thorson Dr. Thorson is a professor in the music department of Carson-Newman College and the director of Knoxville's Choral Society. Please see more details of his outstanding career on our Music page. Dr. Thorson has been bringing his wealth of knowledge and experience to the music department of West Hills Baptist since 1995. |
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Administrative Assistant- Kathy Hamilton Educated at The University of Tennessee in Business Administration, Kathy has also obtained a CPS (Certified Professional Secretary) and CMA (Certified Ministry Assistant) status. Kathy has enjoyed a career as an Administrative Assistant working in churches for over 20 years. |
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Financial Administrator- Chamina James A graduate of the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration majoring in Economics, Chamina has over ten years experience in financial analysis and budgetary management. She is a CPA candidate, an experienced auditor, and is also President of The James Company of Knoxville, LLC. |