Ronnie Batchelor has served as pastor of Basswood Church since 2003. He and his wife, Bridget, have been married for over 30 years and are blessed with three adult children—Caleb, Katie, and Lauren. Together, they enjoy hiking, college athletics, and spending time with family and friends. Ronnie’s ministry has been shaped by the writings of J.I. Packer, Wayne Grudem, John Piper, and John Newton. Before coming to Knoxville, he pastored churches in Florida and Iowa.