Dusty Marshall has served as pastor of The Well since December 2019. He and his family moved to Alamogordo from Fort Worth, Texas, where he served as a family and associate pastor. Before that, he pastored here in New Mexico and directed collegiate ministry for the Baptist Convention of New Mexico.

Dusty is a graduate of Gateway Seminary in Ontario, California, where he earned a Master of Theological Studies. His wife, Elizabeth, is also passionate about ministry—she holds a Master of Arts in Christian Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Together, Dusty and Elizabeth love serving God’s people and pointing others to Christ. They have three children who keep them on their toes and an excitable dog who makes sure life is never boring. Dusty’s heart for The Well is to see lives transformed by the gospel, families strengthened in their faith, and the community reached with the hope of Jesus.

Jonathan Holmes was born in Talladega, Alabama, raised in Cotulla, Texas, and has called Alamogordo home for over 30 years. He later went on to serve 25 years in the U.S. Border Patrol before retiring. Jonathan and his wife, Sharon—married since 1991—operate Oasis Enterprises and are known as spiritual “parents” to many in the community. They have four adult children and seven grandchildren, and Jonathan cherishes every moment with his family. Jonathan has served at The Well since 2020 and was licensed to ministry in 2022., He has preached throughout Lincoln and Otero Counties and faithfully fills the pulpit at The Well when needed. Whether leading worship, running sound, or supporting the church behind the scenes, he serves with humility and a heart devoted to Christ. In his spare time, he enjoys leatherworking and time with family.

Sharon Holmes is a lifelong resident of Otero County, with family roots in the region stretching back to the days of Billy the Kid. An alumna of New Mexico State University, she previously served the community as a special education teacher before becoming the owner and manager of Oasis Enterprises here in Alamogordo. Sharon and her husband, Jonathan—married since 1991—have four adult children and seven grandchildren, and are lovingly seen as spiritual “parents” by many. Serving at The Well since 2020, Sharon leads our Women’s Missionary Union with a deep love for Scripture and a heart to disciple women in their walk with Christ. She is also a gifted painter whose work captures the beauty of God’s creation. In her spare time, she enjoys herbology, studying God’s Word, and time with her family.

Elizabeth Marshall, a native of Alamogordo and Cloudcroft, holds a bachelor’s in psychology from the University of the Southwest and a Master of Arts in Christian Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. She is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Women’s Ministry at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, focusing on women in church revitalization.

Elizabeth has served in multiple ministry roles across New Mexico and Texas, with a deep passion for discipling women. She leads our Women’s and  children’s ministry, serves as church clerk, and treasures her role as a homeschool mom alongside her husband, Dusty, and their three children. She enjoys reading, beading, writing, and spending meaningful time with her family, pouring into the lives of those God has entrusted to her care.

Esther Christie has been part of The Well since its beginnings in the early 1990s, faithfully serving when the church was still known as New Life Baptist Fellowship. She has lived in the Alamogordo community for more than 40 years and has been involved in numerous ministry efforts throughout that time.

As Director of the True Harvest Food Pantry, Esther leads with compassion and a deep desire to see God glorified in our community. She is also one of the key organizers behind many of our church events and celebrations, often making sure birthdays and special moments are honored. Esther is married to our treasurer, Scott Christie, and they have children who serve in ministry locally and across the country. Her steady faith and servant’s heart make her a cherished part of our church family.

A lifelong resident of Alamogordo, Scott Christie has served at The Well since its beginnings in the early 1990s, when the church was still known as New Life Baptist Fellowship. He is a former city councilman and mayor, and has worked in a variety of roles throughout the community, including store management, mall management, hardware and car sales, insurance, and security.

Scott serves faithfully as our treasurer, helps with music, participates in our ushers’ ministry, and lends his gifts wherever needed to glorify God and reach our community. He and his wife, Esther, have children serving in ministry locally and across the country. His steadfast faith and servant’s heart make him a valued part of our church family.As Director of the True Harvest Food Pantry, Esther leads with compassion and a deep desire to see God glorified in our community. She is also one of the key organizers behind many of our church events and celebrations, often making sure birthdays and special moments are honored. Esther is married to our treasurer, Scott Christie, and they have children who serve in ministry locally and across the country. Her steady faith and servant’s heart make her a cherished part of our church family.