JACK PORTER
Senior Minister
Jack Porter was raised in Kansas City, frequently attending church with his family. His father, Dave, served as a worship minister for many years and inspired him to pursue full-time vocational ministry. Jack graduated from Ozark Christian College with a degree in Biblical Communication.
Jack and his wife Mellenie moved to Tabor in 2024 in pursuit of God's mission. Jack is passionate about the Old Testament and the way it reveals a deeper understanding of the Gospel. He would love to talk with you about the next steps in your discipleship journey, as we work to walk closer with Christ every day.
ALEX HIGGINS
Youth Minister
Alex was raised in Mountain View, Missouri, frequently attending church with his brother and sister. He looked up to the pastor and youth pastor growing up, and was inspired to go into full-time ministry. He graduated from Ozark Christian College with a general ministry degree. Alex and his wife, Hannah, moved to Tabor in December of 2026, pursuing God and his guidance. He is passionate about student ministry because they will be the next generation of believers, and he desires to be a resource for them and equipt these students with an understanding of the Gospel.
