Our Team

Our Elder Team

As our pastors, these men provide spiritual leadership for our church through administrative oversight, shepherding care, and faithfully teaching and applying God's Word to our lives.

Thomas Overmiller

Teaching & Administration Pastor
Thomas grew up in Indiana, then spent his early adulthood and ministry in Milwaukee, WI. After pastoring Faith Baptist Church in Queens, NY, he moved to Moorhead when Brookdale called him to be their pastor. He and his wife, Sarah, have six children at home and enjoy cheering on the Mets, getting outdoors, and playing table games together. Thomas received his graduate training from Baptist Bible Seminary and is passionate about helping people learn and live the Bible. He blogs at Shepherd Thoughts.

William Baker

Outreach & Discipleship Pastor
From Washington, D.C., Will moved to Fargo when Brookdale called him as pastor after serving at Emmanuel Baptist Church in  Milledgville, GA.  He and his wife, Sarah, have two young children and enjoy meeting new people and learning new things. Will is a loyal DC sports fan and can be a bit of a tech nerd.  He received his ministerial training from Ambassador Baptist College and loves building close relationships around God's Word. He also serves as Campus Minister of Capstone Classical Academy in Fargo.

Our Support Team

These members enable us to fulfill our mission more effectively by devoting their energy, time, and spiritual gifts to serving the church in crucial ways. 

Zach Paxton

Children's Ministries Director
Zach and Shelley have lived in Fargo for over 20 years. They own and serve Custom Graphics, where they first met. In 15+ years at Brookdale, they've raised four children and served in a variety of ways. They strive to help parents teach their children to follow Jesus by providing a safe, caring environment for growth, fun, and understanding for all ages.  They enjoy camping, hiking, taking in a concert, or walking their dog, Loki, and Shelley's acrylics and other artwork are displayed around the F-M area.

Natalie Roisum

Worship Coordinator
Natalie is a grateful graduate of Park Christian School and a Classroom Aide and volleyball coach at Capstone Classical Academy. She sings and plays guitar for Sunday worship and leads children's worship hour. She desires to be a Christ-focused role model for young people in the church and embraces life with cautious enthusiasm and joy. She received her Elementary Education training at Faith Baptist Bible College and enjoys solving Rubik's cubes and spending time with family at her grandpa’s farm.

Zerella Olson

Administrative & Communications Secretary
Zerella is an enthusiastic honor student in the Ginger Homeschool Academy for Girls (for real!). Having been part of the Brookdale church family her entire life, she loves giving back by serving as secretary, participating in the children's ministries, and helping decorate the church for different seasons. Beyond church, she enjoys serving at summer Bible camp, gardening, crystal mining, and playing the piano, violin, and ukulele.

Zac Kahly

Facilities Care
Zach and Carrie are lifelong F-M residents who find joy serving Brookdale in a variety of ways. Zac is a skilled engineer who enjoys crafting things from scratch. Carrie a compassionate teacher with a passion for learning about other cultures and languages. They have two energetic young daughters who love being in the Brookdale children's ministries.

Nancy Dorsett

Missions Secretary
Nancy has been actively involved in church work for many years serving in children's and teen ministries and more. Missions have always been near to her heart. She and her husband Ed have found Brookdale to be a real and inviting faith family of which they are thrilled to be members. Her hobbies include cooking, camping, fishing, gardening, sewing, crocheting, and reading.

Our Deacon Team

As our deacons, these men meet the material, physical needs of our church quietly, behind the scenes, so that our elders may focus on providing spiritual leadership and meeting our spiritual needs.

Ken Otto
Chip Tranby

Building Maintenance

Tim Kremer

Financial Stewardship

Mark Hulbert

Hospitality Events

Rodney Johnson
Dan Lund
Jerry Sayler

Member Care

Brad Harris

Technology Support