GPC Board of Directors

Tim Nuckles

Chairman

Serving as our newly appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors is the Assistant Director of the Smoky Mountain Children's Home (SMCH), Tim Nuckles. From the very birth of this organization, Pastor Nuckles has been instrumental in the growth and the expansion of God's Pit Crew. Before his most recent position at the Church of God SMCH, Tim spent over 30 years in a pastoral leadership role. Pastor Nuckles attended Lee University and is currently enrolled in the Church of God Theological Seminary. In addition, Tim has served on countless National State boards, and we know that he will provide tremendous leadership to the Board of Directors of God's Pit Crew.

Sheree Poe

Sheree and her husband, Jackie, have been married for 31 years. They began their ministry at the Cliffview Church of God, in Galax, VA serving as Youth Pastor’s for 16 years. Sheree also served as Minister of Music and taught in the Cliffview Christian Academy during this time. In 1994, they were blessed with the opportunity to serve as Youth & Associate Pastors at the Riveroak Church of God, in Danville, VA for 5 years. Jackie and Sheree are in their 10th year as the Pastors of Mercy Crossing, in Martinsville, VA. Serving people has brought much joy and fulfillment in their lives. Sheree enjoys playing the piano, singing, decorating, and spending every free moment she has to share with the love of her life, Jackie. Her desire is to help others “enjoy the journey”! (Hopefully, sooner than later!)

Barry Riddle

Barry Riddle was born in Danville, VA on January 19, 1961. He is married to Tamra Richardson Riddle and together they have two children Erin Danielle Riddle, age 16, and Brantley Ross Riddle, age 10. Barry graduated from George Washington H.S in 1979 with honors. He then went to
Emmanuel College - 1979 – 1980 for Business Administration, Northern Virginia Community College - 1983 for Accounting, Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service - 1986-1987 for Mortuary Science and was the Salutatorian of Class. Barry served in the U.S. Air Force from 1981-1985 as a Sergeant. He served in Keflavik, Iceland and also served with the Air Force Presidential Honor Guard and Drill Team, Washington, DC. He is currently Employed with Davenport & Co. LLC and the First Vice-President Investments.

Community Service:

VP of Danville Cancer Association
Past Treasurer of the Danville Chapter of the Harley Owner Group
God’s Pit Crew Board Member

Rev. Jonathan Falwell

Rev. Jonathan Falwell is the Senior Pastor of Thomas Road Baptist Church (TRBC) in Lynchburg, Virginia. He served at TRBC under the leadership of his father and Founding Pastor, Dr. Jerry Falwell, from 1995 until his father’s death in May 2007. He was called to be the Senior Pastor on June 3, 2007 by a unanimous vote of the church congregation. Rev. Falwell serves as the Executive Vice President of Spiritual Affairs at Liberty University. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Liberty University in 1987. He earned his Master of Arts in Religion from the Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary in 1996. He earned his law degree (Juris Doctor) in 2005 from William Howard Taft University in Santa Ana, California. Rev. Falwell and his wife, Shari, have four children; Jonathan Jr. (born 1996), Jessica (born 1997), and Natalie and Nicholas (born 2000.) They reside in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Dr. Tim Hill

Tim Hill is married to Paula and they have three daughters, Melinda, Brittany, and Tara. He is a grandfather to Timothy Brayden and Hailey Taylor Maness. He currently serves as a member of the Executive Committee as the First Assistant General Overseer at the International Offices of the Church of God. He has also served as the Second Assistant General Overseer; Secretary General of the Executive Committee at the International Offices of the Church of God; Chairman of the Executive Council of the Church of God and as Administrative Bishop for the Church of God in Southern Ohio and Oklahoma. His most recent pastorate was the 800-member Riveroak Church of God in Danville, Virginia, where he hosted daily television and radio programs. He graduated from Graham High School in 1978, Lee University, Cleveland, Tennessee, in 1987, and received a Doctorate of Divinity from the Church of God Theological Seminary, Cleveland, Tennessee in 2006. Tim Hill has authored five books of sermons and written 150 gospel songs over the past 30 years. Many of his songs have been recorded by the nation’s top artists in gospel music. He is the author of a number one song, which was voted as Song of the Year in 1990 by Gospel Voice Magazine, “He’s Still in the Fire.” He began recording at 16 years of age and has 17 recording projects to his credit including many original songs. As a speaker, Reverend Hill has traveled extensively across the United States and around the world speaking in major denominational and interdenominational conventions, camp meetings, conferences, etc.

Dr.Tim Clinton

President of the nearly 50,000-member American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), the largest and most diverse Christian counseling association in the world. He is Professor of Counseling and Pastoral Care, and Executive Director of the Center for Counseling and Family Studies at Liberty University. Licensed in Virginia as both a Professional Counselor (LPC) and Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Tim now spends a majority of his time working with Christian leaders and professional athletes. He has authored or edited thirteen books including his latest release Turn Your Life Around: Breaking Free from Your Past to New and Better You. He has been married 28 years to his wife Julie and together they have two children, Megan and Zach. On most nights you’ll find him on the lake fishing with his family or on the sidelines of a game staying close to his kids as a dad and coach.

Steven Yates

Steven G. Yates is an honors graduate from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University and holds a B.A. degree in public management with a minor in history education. Steven served as Life Development pastor of a 900 member church under the spiritual covering of the Father’s House Christian Center in Leesburg Florida. Currently, Steven is the Founder and Ceo of Full Potential Consulting, a leadership and growth consulting firm for churches and organizations. He is a leadership graduate student of the prestigious Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary and serves the community as Vice-President and Finance Chairman of Kids Central Inc., central Florida’s largest child Welfare Provider and is a member of the Coalition of Men for Positive Change.

Danny Marshall

Represents the 14th House District (includes Danville, parts of Pittsylvania County, and parts of Henry County) in the Virginia House of Delegates Personal: Born in Danville, VA; married to Kaye Hardy; has one daughter and two grandsons Education: George Washington High School, Danville Community College and Averett University Membership & Affiliation: Danville-Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce Martinsville-Henry County Chamber of Commerce Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce (former president)  Pittsylvania Economic Development (former board member)  Dan River Region Vision (former board member)  Virginia Masonry Council (former chairman) Virginia Concrete and Masonry (former chairman) National Concrete and Masonry (former chairman) Business: Former President of Marshall Concrete Products of Danville, Inc. Synergy Racing, President Elected Office: Danville City Council 2000-2001 Virginia House of Delegates 2002 to present

Mary Elene Williams Farlow

The daughter of Mary and K.D. Williams, founders of Mary's Diner. I attended Mt. Hermon Elementary School and Whitmell High School. I accepted the Lord as my personal savior when I was around 12 years old at Third Ave. Church. I was also baptized there. I was married for 57 years to Marvin Farlow. I have been involved with Mary\'s Diner for about 45 years. Member of Mt. Hermon Baptist Church and involved in the New Generation Choir and the Open Door Sunday School class. I was Past president of Dan-Pitts American Business Women\'s Association, and past president of Danville Restaurant Association. I have served on the board for Danville Chamber of Commerce and The Hatcher Center. I am currently serving on Danville Cancer Board. I have 2 children, Jimmy and Starlette, five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. When I am not working, I am spending time with my family and NEMS sisters. The NEMS are 3 of my closest friends who share the same interests and like to travel.

Patricia McGuire

Patricia McGuire has lived and raised her family in the Danville/ Pittsylvania community her entire life. Her daughter, son-in-law, and one year old granddaughter also live in Danville. Patricia is a life time member of Riverview Baptist Church. Patricia is a Vice President at Bank of America, where she has been employed for 32 years. She serves on the membership committee for the Danville/ Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce and is the President of the Danville Community Development Corporation.

James Hodge

James Hodge has been a faithful supporter and volunteer for GPC for many years. He has been all over the United States working with teams and helping to make every project run smoothly. James is a valuable addition to the God's Pit Crew team.

Danny Bowman

Retired Principal with over 20 years of service

Tracy Stone

Bruce Hughes

President - Hughes & Atkins Construction

Randy Mattox

Tom Offutt

Barry Armstrong

Barry is one of the original founders of Spirit FM. He is Executive Vice President of Positive Alternative Radio, the non-profit ministry that operates Spirit FM, as well as a number of other Christian stations in Virginia and the surrounding states. Barry was first introduced to God’s Pit Crew while attending a NASCAR race in Martinsville in 2000. He recalls saying to Randy “If there is ever anything Spirit FM can do for you, let me know.” That was before Spirit FM had expanded to Danville and much of Virginia. Barry says, “God’s Pit Crew is a valuable ministry partner to Spirit FM. They go and do what we could never do, so we do what we can do with radio to increase awareness of God’s Pit Crew.” Barry has been married to Linda for 37 years and they have two married daughters and one grandson.

Chuck Eskey

Realtor - ERA Holley and Lewis Realty

Todd Sanders

Sam Kushner

Legal Advisor

Areas of Practice: Personal Injury Law Commercial Law Corporate Law Litigation Percentage: 75% of Practice Devoted to Litigation Bar Admissions: Virginia, 1972 U.S. District Court Western District of Virginia, 1972 Education: University of Virginia School of Law, Charlottesville, Virginia, 1972 J.D. The College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, VA, USA, 1967 A.B. Professional Associations and Memberships: First Citizen\'s Bank and their predecessors, Danville Board, 1985 - Present Danville Development Council, 1987 - 1993 Danville Bar Association Member Danville Bar Association President 1992 - 1993 Danville Bar Association Treasurer 1990 - 1991 Virginia Bar Association Member Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Member Past Employment Positions: City of Danville, City Councilman, 1978 - 1988 City of Danville, Virginia, Mayor, 1984 - 1986 U.S. Army, 1968 - 1970.

Tony Capps

Business Advisor

Tony Capps is the president and chief executive officer of InVision Ministries, Inc., a church-support organization committed to strengthening local churches and to helping pastors clarify and fulfill their visions. With a celebrated background in business management and in denominational and local church ministry, he views pastoral work from a unique perspective. He is convinced that sound principles from the business world can be integrated into spiritual work with impressive results. And the principles that Tony Capps imparts here have already proven successful in multiple churches and non-profit groups across America.