Paul Forgette - Intern

Paul joined the staff in 2026 as a pastoral intern. After serving as a music pastor for ten years in Texas, the Lord brought him and his family to central Illinois, where he pastored for three years. With undergraduate degrees in Bible and Church Music, he is currently pursuing a Master’s of Divinity from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is eager to adopt a healthy vision of ministry from Bethany and see what the Lord holds in store. 

Paul is married to the love of his life, Tara, and they have two amazing daughters, Mae and Eleanor. 

Ministry close to your heart?
Music and preaching!

Finish this sentence: If I have a free afternoon, I can probably be found . . . .
Working on a home renovation project, cooking, or spending time with family.

What is a Scripture verse that is meaningful to you?
Colossians 1:15-23

Favorites:
Books - Only a Prayer Meeting (Spurgeon), Desiring God (Piper), Nine Marks of a Healthy Church (Dever), Smooth Stones Taken from Ancient Brooks (Brooks/Spurgeon)
Sport - I’m unathletic...
Restaurant - …but now you’re talkin’! Busy Corner, Taco Bell, Wendy Puff, etc., etc., etc.
Ice Cream - Moose Tracks or anything chocolate