Admin to Senior Pastor

Shirley Caldwell

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Phone:(816) 241-1431 ext. 301

Operations Director

Mario James

Phone: (816)-241-1431 ext. 373

Mario serves to develop and maintain effective and efficient processes are produced so the vision Pastor Brooks has for Macedonia is executed.

Mario likes to restore classic muscle cars and he also enjoys taking long nature walks. Mario has been married to Emily James since 2006 and has 4 children, Gabrielle, Mario Jr., Angela, and Aden James  

Assimilation Director

LaShawn Blackmon

Phone: (816) 241-1431 ext. 384
LaShawn connects members to ministry leaders and help them get connected so one can serve in Ministry. 
 
LaShawn enjoys reading books, listening to music, shopping and spending time with family and friends.

Pastoral Resident

Antwan Powell

Phone: (816) 241-1431 ext. 311

The Pastoral Resident is a four-year mentoring program designed to train and equip leaders for the church of tomorrow. This role is a full-time position and shares duties between Macedonia Baptist Church and Journey Church of Olathe Kansas. The Pastoral Resident must be willing to take classes toward a theology degree. Antwan also is currently serving as a Macedonia Intern as well.

Antwan is a Kansas City native and an avid Chiefs fan. He is married and have 5 wonderful children. He enjoys spending time with family, reading, videography, learning about investing, and grilling. In addition, he has had a lot of hands-on experience with production and multimedia during the time of pandemic and beyond.

Teen Pastor

Patrick Riley

Phone: (816) 241-1431 ext. 382

Patrick oversees all aspects of the teen and young adult ministry. He is responsible for continuing to develop, strategize and implement the vision and mission of Macedonia Baptist Church’s Young Adult and Teen Ministry. 

Patrick is married to Lindsey Riley, they have 4 children in the family. Patrick is a Kansas City native who enjoys working out, playing basketball, reading and spending time with family.

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Visitation Pastor/IT Manager

Mark Weaver

Phone: (816) 241-1431 ext. 318

Mark is responsible for reaching the members of Macedonia during their time of need during illness and the loss of a loved one.  He coordinates the monthly Visitation Schedule for the Preacher's and Deacons.  As well as provide visitation to the Senior Pastor accordingly. 

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Mark is married to Naomi Weaver, and they have 7 children and 8 grandchildren in the family.  Mark enjoys studying and teaching.   His is twice retired (Air Force and life) and enjoying the fruit of his labor. 

Office Manager

Shanae Moses

Phone:(816) 241-1431 ext. 300

Shanae' supports the staff goals by managing the office with the latest technology, equipment, and supplies to propel the ministry to excellence.

Shanae is married to Deacon Brandon Moses and she has two very busy daughters. She loves to travel, watch documentaries, craft and hang out with her 2 dogs. Helping Macedonia to run efficiently brings her great joy.

Youth Director

Tiffany Brown

Phone:(816) 241-1431 ext. 304

Tiffany Brown is a passionate and dedicated director of youth ministry. She focuses on serving and developing the spiritual growth of children aged 6 to 12. Tiffany is committed to teaching the word of God and creating an environment that fosters spiritual growth, understanding, and connection with Jesus. She actively seeks to make meaningful connections with local schools and community partners to support and further the spiritual development of children.

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Tiffany is married to Raydell Brown and they have two children and three furry pets. In her free time, she loves to curl up with a good book, spend time with her family and friends, and catch up on some much-needed sleep.