Diane and her husband, Jess, became members of First Baptist in 1997 after moving to Morehead City from Greenville, NC. After serving at several churches since the age of 16, Diane joined the ministry staff at FBC as organist and soon after as Director of Music Ministries, recently retiring from FBC after 22 years.

Diane currently serves as part-time organist and the Director of the Music and Arts Academy. She graduated from East Carolina University School of Music (GO PIRATES!) with degrees in Sacred Music and Organ Performance. God has provided many blessings during her career in music ministry. Leading in worship and teaching music to toddlers through adults has been a privilege and brought her so much joy.

Over the years Diane has enjoyed teaching group fitness classes at several athletic facilities, teaching piano in her home studio, taking on DIY projects and spending time boating with family and friends along our beautiful Crystal Coast. Her greatest pleasure in life is her family, daughters, Leigh, Mari, and son-in-law Logan, and two beautiful grandchildren, Harry and Audrey.