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MEET OUR STAFF

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Eric Scholten

Senior Pastor

God brought Eric to First Baptist of Longwood in August of 2014. Originally from Connecticut, Eric moved to Florida in 1998 and met his wife, Dawn, shortly thereafter. Eric and Dawn have served together in ministry throughout their married life in Florida, North Carolina, Virginia, and Egypt. It is their great joy to be the parents of three daughters and two sons. Eric came to faith in college when his roommates shared the gospel with him. He went on to earn his Masters and Doctorate degrees from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, NC.

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Scott Long

Children's Director

Scott trusted Christ as his Savior when he was 12 years old. After graduating from Pensacola Christian College, Scott served as a missionary to the Apache Indians, a school teacher, an Associate Pastor, and a Children's Pastor for over 25 years. Scott has authored a children's devotional book called "Life lessons without the fleas." He is married with two children. He has served First Baptist of Longwood since November 2019.

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Greg Vogel

Maintenance Supervisor

Greg lives in Wekiva Springs with his wife, Angela, and his three sons Joshua, Noah, and Nicholas. Greg has worked for First Baptist of Longwood for over 15 years as the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor. He likes to share how blessed he is to work with a Godly, kind, and supportive staff.

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