Meet the Baptist Standard Staff

Eric came to Baptist Standard Publishing in June 2018 with a background in local-church ministry, collegiate ministry, and Christian education. He earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Hardin-Simmons University (1997); a Master of Arts in Christian Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (2001); and a Doctor of Philosophy in Education from B.H. Carroll Theological Institute, now B.H. Carroll Seminary (2012), where he was also a resident fellow (2008–2018). As self-supporting missionaries, he and his wife served as associate directors of GraceLife Baptist Student Union at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque (2003–2008). He then served as associate pastor for youth ministries at First Baptist Church in Galax, Va., and then as pastor of First Baptist Church in Covington, Texas (2010–2018). He and his family are active members of First Baptist Church in Plano, where he serves in various capacities.

Faith was born in Houston and now lives in Huffman, Texas, with her family and two crazy dogs. She graduated from East Texas Baptist University in 2025 with a bachelor’s degree in English and a minor in communications. She interned with the Baptist Standard for a few months during college and worked as a certified English tutor at ETBU for two years. During her time in Marshall, Faith attended Mobberly Baptist Church and a college group at River Crossing Cowboy Church. She and her family now attend Houston Northeast Church in Atascocita. In her free time, Faith enjoys drawing, writing poetry, and taxidermy.

Stacy Coggins is a communications and public relations specialist with over 20 years of experience in marketing and advertising, helping pioneering individuals, businesses, and organizations recognize their value and share it confidently with the world. She studied communications at Tarleton State University, earning a degree in public relations and event management with a minor in technical writing, a foundation that allows her to blend strategy with storytelling, clarity with creativity, and vision with execution.

Stacy finds genuine joy in helping others connect with their target audience through graphic design, content writing, and mixed multimedia platforms. Whether shaping brand messaging, creating visual assets, or guiding communication strategy, her work is rooted in authenticity, purpose, and meaningful connection. She also continues academic studies in Christian leadership and biblical studies, which inform her values-driven, people-first approach to communication and leadership.

Outside of work, Stacy is energized by people, purpose, and movement. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, serving and helping others, and staying actively involved in Bible studies and church life. You will often find her hiking or trail running, soaking in fresh air and a renewed perspective. Known for her warm energy, cheerful spirit, and a touch of quirky humor, Stacy is passionate about encouraging others to have the tenacity to actively pursue healing, growth, and live as healthy and whole as possible, bringing heart into everything she does both professionally and personally.

Kelley, with more than 25 years of expertise in administrative and managerial roles, has successfully led and enhanced operations across various business sectors. For 17 years, she served as the executive administrator at South Main Baptist Church of Pasadena, overseeing facilities management, accounting, special projects, purchasing, executive support and staff supervision. A dedicated member of The Church Network, Kelley has held multiple officer positions in the Houston Metro Chapter, contributing her leadership and experience to the organization.

Kelley’s faith has been a guiding force in her life since she accepted Christ as her personal Savior at a young age at Park Place Baptist Church in Houston. Outside of her professional achievements, she finds joy in gardening, baking, organizing and creative pursuits. Most of all, she cherishes time spent with family and friends, especially playdates with her three beloved grandchildren—Beckham, Baker and Brooklyn.