Joyce Beales
Volunteer Office Coordinator
Joyce Beales has been a member of Culpeper Baptist Church for 34 years. She is mother of 3, grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother of 1. She is the former director of administrative services for "The Culpeper", where she worked 11 years. She has graciously been offering those skills in support of our office off and on for over 10 years. 4 years ago, she blessed us by stepping in to volunteer as our full-time office support, where she has become a vital part of our every day work.
Dan Carlton
Pastor
Dan is originally from Richmond, VA and received his Bachelor’s in Church Ministries and Sociology from Averett University and his Master’s of Divinity from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Dan then went on to complete his Doctor of Ministry in Renewal of the Church for Mission at Palmer Theological Seminary. Dan has previously served as the Pastor at Spring Hill Baptist Church in Ruckersville, VA and the pastor of Downtown Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA. In August, 2014 Dan was called to serve as Pastor at Culpeper Baptist. Dan met his wife, Emily, while at Averett University and they have 3 children. Dan has a passion for seeing legacy churches continue to grow and connect with the surrounding community, while maintaining traditional values and relevant ministries. Dan serves on multiple boards - the Board of Trustees of Lifespire Living of Virginia, the Virginia Baptist Historical Society, Culpeper Wellness Foundation and Northern Piedmont Community Foundation.
Hans Murdock
Senior Adults Pastor
Hans grew up in Belton, SC. He received his Bachelor's in Bible and Religion from Erskine College and his Master's in Divinity from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Hans spent two years in Russia with the International Mission Board before moving to Pennsylvania in 2004 to partner with the North American Mission Board. There, Hans planted Living Water Community Church in Latrobe, PA and pastored until 2016. Culpeper Baptist Church called Hans in June of 2016 to serve as Pastor to the Seniors and Chaplain at "The Culpeper." Hans met his wife, Becky, while at seminary and they are blessed with a daughter, Sandra. Hans enjoys watching things grow: from ministries to vegetables. Hans has always particularly loved serving and working alongside Senior Adults.
Lindsay Dean
Worship Leader
Lindsay Dean is a singer-songwriter, recording artist and worship leader who began writing music and leading worship in her teenage years. She has led worship at Culpeper Baptist part-time since the fall of 2022 and became Worship Leader in September 2023. She has a passion for seeing people encounter God in a deep and tangible way through music that glorifies His character and work, and speaks to our deepest needs. She is excited to be a part of CBC’s growing worship ministry and helping to cultivate a culture of passionate worship at CBC.
Laura-Michal Balderson
Communications & Event Management
Laura-Michal is a native Virginian and third-generation resident of Culpeper. After working as a public historian in Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee, she has transitioned her skills to communications and event administration. Laura-Michal holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and English from the University of Mary Washington and a Master of Arts in History from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She believes that building good systems is a way to love people well.
Maria Argueta
Assistant Children's
Director
Maria moved from Guatemala 5 years ago and has been part of our church family for several years. Maria has an Early Childhood Education Degree and taught for 3 years in Guatemala. She has also worked with our SPARK summer camp and was one of the initial staff we hired to provide tutoring to our community. She works full time with SAFE as their youth advocate.
Melody Friedrichs
Assistant Worship
Leader
Melody was born and raised in Culpeper, Virginia in a large family. She expressed faith in the Lord at a very young age and has since developed a deep and personal relationship with the Lord. Beginning in her early teenage years, she has found a rich passion for glorifying God through congregational worship and song. In March 2025, Melody joined CBC’s worship staff and is incredibly thankful to CBC for the opportunity to join their team of talented leaders!
Mark Dennis
Youth
Director
Mark Dennis is a Culpeper native who has served as the track and field coach at Culpeper County High School since 2008 and currently works as a security officer at the Phoenix School. Mark has a deep passion for investing in young people and believes that making a difference early in life can shape a more meaningful future. He and his wife, Julie, have two children and have been part of a home church for the past six years.
Megan Gray
Youth Director
Megan Gray is a Culpeper native who has been actively involved at Antioch Baptist Church for most of her life. She teaches Principles of Business and Marketing and Economics and Personal Finance at Culpeper County High School, as well as coaches field hockey and supports the track program. Megan is passionate about building relationships with students and bringing energy, care, and experience into youth ministry. She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree from James Madison University and is currently pursuing a post master’s certificate in Educational Leadership.
Lindsey Aylor Carroll
Youth Director
Lindsey Aylor Carroll is a third-generation member of Culpeper Baptist Church. She teaches at Binns Middle School and serves as the varsity girls’ softball coach at Culpeper County High School. Lindsey played a key role in launching Converge, our weekly youth ministry, seven years ago, and continues to be deeply involved in the lives of students in our community. She is married to Garrett, and together they are active in the life of the church. Lindsey holds both bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Mary Washington University.
Leah Dickey
Children's Director
Joining Our Staff 08/01/26
Leah is a graduate of Mississippi College, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. She currently serves, alongside her husband Zach, with YM360, a ministry that provides curriculum, resources, and camp experiences for youth ministries. Leah has been actively involved in children’s ministry since her teenage years and helped lead a children’s ministry at a church plant during her college years. She is originally from New Jersey.
