Daniel has been working with our youth department since 2015, but stepped in as the Associate Pastor early in 2018. He graduated with his Bachelors from Liberty University at the age of 20 (B.S. in biblical and theological studies), and later went on to complete two Masters degrees there (M.A. in Theology & M.Div. in Theology) and a Ph.D. in Biblical Exposition.
He has been on the Missionary Committee at Cheney Baptist Church since 2014. In 2020, he was asked to step into the role of Missionary Director. He has had the opportunity to travel to several different countries on mission trips, often visiting different foreign ministries that are supported by Cheney Baptist Church.
Lily, the wife of Daniel, was born in the Philippines but moved to the U.S. in 2021. While she was in the Philippines, she helped her father plant several churches where she served as one of the youth leaders, vocal director, and kids outreach teacher. Now, in the U.S., she serves on the music team and helps Daniel lead the youth group
Dr. Bob Davis is a native Kansas who grew up in the Bethel Baptist Church in Wichita, where he surrendered to preach at fourteen years of age. He graduated from Bible Baptist College and went on to obtain his Master’s degree from Friends University. He also holds a PhD in Theology. Since 1987, Bob has served the local churches in many different capacities, including Pastor, Associate Pastor, Christian School administrator, Bible College teacher and Mission Director.
In 2009, God then led Dr. Bob and his wife Linda to join Cheney Baptist Church. During their first five months here, he was able to serve as an Interim Pastor until the church called Pastor Keith to serve. After two years of faithful attendance and lay service in the church, God opened the door for him to join the staff as Mission Director and Minister of Education.
Daniel has been working with our Youth Department for the past year. He is currently enrolled at Liberty University (on line) where he’s a Senior majoring in Biblical Studies.
Melissa Schneider joined our staff as our Praise Team and Music Ministry Leader. She has a passion for the Lord and Music that honors Him! She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Friend’s University. She coordinates all the music for each of our worship services. This includes: Praise Team, Congregational music and specials. She is the wife of Danny Schneider and has two children. She has been involved in church music since age eleven. She felt led to use her musical talents to glorify God. She has been a great blessing to our congregation!
In addition to her role as the Pastor’s wife, Linda also serves our church as its office secretary.
