Elders
Jordan hecox
Jordan serves as the lead pastor of Hope Baptist Church. Jordan and his wife Lauren have been married since 2010 and have four children. Since graduating with a Master’s of Divinity from Bethlehem College and Seminary, Jordan has had a heart for church planting and revitalization.
Tom Jackson
Tom Jackson serves as an elder at Hope Baptist Church. His responsibilities include leading worship services, teaching bible studies, and helping shepherd the flock with wisdom and patience.
Originally from Nashville Tennessee, Tom moved to Mankato in 1999 on assignment as a soil scientist for the USDA, a career that took him to every corner of Minnesota.
An avid reader of Puritan writings, Tom loves the church and serving the people of God.
Tom and his wife, Minnie, have two adult children.