Leadership

Meet our Pastors & Staff

David Mitchell

Senior Pastor

Pastor David has faithfully served as the Senior Pastor at Mount Carmel since September 2009. He and his wife, Theresa, are blessed with four children and five grandchildren.
With a heart for ministry and a passion for sharing God’s Word, Pastor David is committed to leading our church in reaching our city, loving our community, and building His church. We are grateful for his leadership and the impact he continues to make at Mount Carmel!

Doug Fulton

Executive Pastor

Born and raised in South Florida, Doug Fulton gave his life to Christ as a high school student and later answered God’s call to full-time ministry. He is passionate about serving the church and helping others grow in their faith.
Doug is married to Kelli and is a proud father to David, Lindsay, and Jordan. He holds degrees from Palm Beach Atlantic University and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
When he’s not serving in ministry, Doug enjoys sports and fast cars. We’re grateful for his leadership and dedication to the mission of Mount Carmel!

Mark Parsley

Worship Pastor

Mark has been a dedicated member of the Mount Carmel staff since June 2019. After serving in Student Ministry, he transitioned into the role of Worship Pastor in early 2024, where he now leads our church in passionate and heartfelt worship.
He and his wife, Leah, are blessed with three boys, and they love serving the church together. Mark’s heart for worship and discipleship continues to inspire and uplift our congregation each week!

Nick Roberts

Interim Children's MINISTER

Nick is married to Jennifer, and together they are blessed with four daughters and two grandsons. After surrendering to full-time ministry in 2022, Nick followed God’s call to serve the next generation.
Since 2023, he has been on staff as Interim Children's Minister, where he is dedicated to helping children grow in their faith and experience the love of Christ. His heart for ministry and passion for teaching make a lasting impact on the kids and families of Mount Carmel!

Becky Cossey

Senior Executive Ministry Assistant

Becky has faithfully served as the Pastor’s Assistant at Mount Carmel since 2004. She is married to Rodney Cossey, and together they have two grown children and one grandchild.
With a heart for service and a love for the church, Becky plays a vital role in supporting the ministry at Mount Carmel. When she’s not serving, she enjoys spending time with her family and heading to the beach whenever she can! We’re grateful for all she does!

Lyndsay Risley

Communications Director/Event Coordinator

Lyndsay has been a valued member of the Mount Carmel staff since early 2016. She is married to her husband, Michael, and together they have two wonderful children, Charlie and Bracy.
She finds joy in spending time with her family, watching her children learn and grow, and exploring new places through travel. When time allows, she also enjoys getting creative with crafts. Lyndsay’s dedication and love for the church shine through in all that she does!

Thea Hughes

Administrator

Thea has faithfully served as the Administrator at Mount Carmel since 2015. She and her husband, Joe, have called Cabot home for over 30 years and have built a life rooted in faith and community.
Together, they have two children and three grandchildren, who bring them great joy. Thea’s dedication and leadership play a vital role in keeping Mount Carmel’s ministries running smoothly. We are so grateful for her commitment and service!

Kelly Sorrell

Executive Financial Assistant

Kelly has been a dedicated member of the Mount Carmel staff since March 2013. She has three grown children and one grandchild, and she cherishes spending time with her family.
Kelly has been involved in Women’s Ministry and Children’s Ministry for over 20 years. Her passion for God’s Word drives her to help others grow in their love for Scripture, and she is deeply committed to seeing lives transformed by the truth of God's Word. We're grateful for her heart for ministry and her dedication to serving others!

Donna McDaniel

Receptionist 

Donna joined our staff in early 2023 and has been a wonderful addition to the team. She has four grown children, three bonus children, and four grandchildren, and her family brings her much joy.
Donna is passionate about serving the Lord and strives to honor Him in everything she does. Her dedication and heart for ministry make a lasting impact on our church family.