OUR Leadership

Dr. Brent Hulett

Senior Pastor

Brent lives with a commitment to faithfully proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ. He has led churches in the Philippines, Kansas, Washington, and here in Missouri as well as served the Church of the Nazarene in 50 different countries across the world. He and his wife Darla have been married for 36 years and have 2 adult sons. 

Rev. Jacob Smith

Associate & Family Pastor

Jake is filled with joy to be serving the Kingdom in Carthage, MO. He has a M.A. in Pastoral Leadership from Olivet Nazarene University and was ordained in 2021. He is also happily married to Pastor Rebekah and together they have 3 wonderful children.

Rev. Susan Wendleton

Connection Care Pastor

Susan is a farm girl who has lived in the Carthage area her entire life. She loves welcoming people of all ages to Carthage Nazarene with a smile and she can usually be found serving just about anywhere in the church. She has learned that gratitude is the key to joy!

Rev. Rebekah Smith

Worship & Young Adult Pastor

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Rev. Sandra Flores

Spanish Pastor

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Chris Donnelly

Youth Pastor

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Heather Smith

Children's Director

Heather is wife to Greg and together they are proud parents of four kids. Originally from Los Angeles, she went to Bible college in Kansas City, graduating with a degree in Elementary Education. Equipping kids and their families to grow in their faith is one of her greatest joys. She also enjoys reading, gardening, baking, photography, and art.