Our church is led by a dedicated team of trained professionals who are committed to personal spiritual growth and to serving Christ in ministry through Cook Baptist Church.
Jeff Smart
Senior Pastor
email: jeff@cookbc.org
Jeff has served in full-time ministry since 1980 as a student pastor, worship leader and lead pastor, serving churches in Louisiana and Arkansas. He is a graduate of Louisiana College in Pineville and New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. During Jeff's down time, he enjoys time with his family, college football, hunting, fishing and golf. Born and raised in Louisiana, he loves Cajun food and LSU sports! He and his wife, Susan, have been married over 30 years. God has blessed them with four children Megan, Joel, Jon and Emily.
Todd Free
Discipleship and Administration Pastor
email: todd@cookbc.org
Todd has been in ministry for over 30 years serving in a variety of ministry positions including youth pastor, worship pastor, and senior pastor.. He has also served as an international missionary in Brazil. Todd is a graduate of Louisiana Tech University, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He loves spending time with his family, attending sporting events (especially Louisiana Tech!), and spending time outdoors. Todd and his wife Lesley have been married for over 30 years and have four children. Todd provides leadership for our Bible study and discipleship ministries and manages our church office.
Chris Walker
University and Missions Pastor
email: chris@cookbc.org
Chris directs our ministry to college students at Louisiana Tech and Grambling and our mission outreach activities.
Jason Ambrose
Worship Leader
email: jason@cookbc.org
Jason leads our Sunday worship services and directs our adult and youth choirs.
Ethan Welch
Interim Youth Coordinator
email: ethan@cookbc.org
Ethan serves as interim director of our very active program for junior high and high school students.
Rebecca Welch
Interim Director of Children's Ministry
email: rebecca@cookbc.org
Rebecca directs our ministry to preschool and elementary age children and their families. She and her many volunteers coordinate such ministries as Children's Church, Extended Session, Team Kid, Children's Bible Drill, summer camps, and many more.
