Our Shepherds

Alex and his wife Donna have been a part of the Broadway family since 1995… He and his wife Donna have two sons and one grandchild.  “My preferred methods of relaxation are reading, landscaping/gardening and doing most anything with Donna.”

Alex has served as a shepherd since 2004.  His ministry emphasis at Broadway is the Building Ministry.  A favorite text of Alex’s is Ephesians 4:1-16 which speaks of humility, gentleness, patience, love, unity, grace.  “This is essential and I believe this is where Broadway is today; although certainly we can always improve on those essentials.”

David Ratcliff and his wife Emily have been a part of Broadway since 1985.  They have two children and two grandchildren.  David is currently working as an elementary school counselor in the Lubbock ISD for the 23rd year.  Emily is a realtor with WestMark Realtors.

David 's passion deals with children and worship.  He attends the Foundation Builders class and sings with the worship teams.

David feels that excitement about the future of Broadway is building, and many opportunities and great times lie ahead.  “God has blessed us beyond our wildest expectations and will continue to do so.  Our God is faithful.”

Jerry Hoover is a lifelong resident of Lubbock and a graduate of Texas Tech University. He married Martha Samplesin 1970.

Jerry and his wife Martha joined the Broadway family in 1997, and Jerry has served as an elder since 2005.  The couple has one son.  Jerry is the Chairman of the Lubbock Bible Class, a radio Bible study ministry, serves on the Finance Ministry, and is on the Board of Directors of the Children’s Home of Lubbock.

"I love being part of a Church that looks outside its own walls to minister to its community and to the world. Martha and I are so blessed to be a part of it."

Larry Mullican has served as an elder since 1997. His ministry emphasis at Broadway is with our Children’s Ministry.

Larry and his wife Betty have been a part of the Broadway family since 1970.  They have 3 children and one grandchild.

Richard Evans grew up at Broadway, attending here since 1962.  He has served as shepherd since December 2004.  His Ministry emphasis involves the university ministry (Christ in Action) and the inner-city work (Carpenter's Church).  Richard also has a deep passion for missions.

Richard met his wife, Pam, in the campus ministry while attending TTU.  He started his business, Pets Plus, in 1983 and married Pam in 1984.  Richard and Pam have two daughters.  Richard enjoys animals, travel and movies.

Rod and Sandra have been a part of the Broadway family since 1971.  Rod has served as an elder since 1989. He currently is involved with the adult education ministry and with MET.  He especially enjoys teaching in the adult classes.  Rod and Sandra have two children and four grandchildren.  Together they enjoy attending the athletic events in which their family is involved.  Rod enjoys reading, jogging, and travel.

"Our lives have been blessed beyond measure by the relationships that have been formed within the Broadway family throughout the years. As an elder it has been incredible to see how God has accomplished his will though this family in ways that could only be his doing."

Tim Oliver and his wife Missy have been a part of the Broadway family since 1982.  Tim has served as a shepherd since 2005.  His ministry emphasis at Broadway is the Youth ministry, Carpenters Kitchen ministry, and the Men’s ministry.  Tim has a strong desire for people to develop a deep and personal relationship with God.  He sees one of his most important tasks as a shepherd is to help people, both saved and lost, realize that God’s greatest desire is to have a relationship with them.  One of his favorite verses is “Draw near to God and he will draw near to you.” (James 4:8)

Tim enjoys spending time outdoors hunting and fishing. He also enjoys playing an occasional round of golf with his boys. Tim and Missy have three children: Ben, Casey, and Hank.