Jason Stephens
Lead Pastor
Jason was born and raised in the Carolinas. Saved at a young age, he planned to attend a state school on an art and graphic design scholarship. At 16, God moved his heart and he surrendered to the ministry to serve and influence young people. Clare was born in England and later settled near Boston with her family. Saved at a young age, she planned to pursue law, but during high school God touched her heart for children, and she surrendered to ministry and elementary education.
They met at Bible college in Florida and married after graduation. In their early years, Jason served as a youth pastor, coach, and high school teacher, while Clare taught elementary school, coached, and helped with the church youth. They are the proud parents of four children (ages 26 to 14) and will welcome their first grandchild in 2027.
After serving in Georgia, Connecticut, and Florida—including 10 years pastoring in New England—they came to Freedom in Keystone Heights, where they will mark 13 years of faithful service in 2027. Their heart is to see people connected to God, to one another, and to the world around them. True spiritual and relational connection comes when we build on truth—speaking it directly, openly, and honestly.
Although Jason misses the North Carolina mountains and occasional snow, they love North Florida and living in Keystone. Jason, a proud product of the Carolinas, still cheers for the Tar Heels… and roots for Clemson. They are grateful for the privilege of serving God’s people at Freedom and look forward to all the Lord will continue to do in and through this church family.
They met at Bible college in Florida and married after graduation. In their early years, Jason served as a youth pastor, coach, and high school teacher, while Clare taught elementary school, coached, and helped with the church youth. They are the proud parents of four children (ages 26 to 14) and will welcome their first grandchild in 2027.
After serving in Georgia, Connecticut, and Florida—including 10 years pastoring in New England—they came to Freedom in Keystone Heights, where they will mark 13 years of faithful service in 2027. Their heart is to see people connected to God, to one another, and to the world around them. True spiritual and relational connection comes when we build on truth—speaking it directly, openly, and honestly.
Although Jason misses the North Carolina mountains and occasional snow, they love North Florida and living in Keystone. Jason, a proud product of the Carolinas, still cheers for the Tar Heels… and roots for Clemson. They are grateful for the privilege of serving God’s people at Freedom and look forward to all the Lord will continue to do in and through this church family.
Glenn Baker
Next Gen and Worship Pastor
Pastor Glenn has been a part of Freedom Baptist Church since 2026 and is dedicated to serving students and young adults. He has been married to his wife, Alisa, for three years, and together they strive to serve the next generation of students. Glenn disciples teenagers and young adults to help them navigate this ever-changing world by rooting them in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Pastor Glenn is also the worship leader of Freedom Baptist Church, leading the church in a mix of contemporary and traditional songs to reach all generations with the good news of God's Word. He and his wife also love coffee and a good book!
Pastor Glenn is also the worship leader of Freedom Baptist Church, leading the church in a mix of contemporary and traditional songs to reach all generations with the good news of God's Word. He and his wife also love coffee and a good book!