David Shaffer

David Shaffer

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Assistant Pastor | Music

David was raised in a Christian home and led to the Lord by his mother when he was seven. He began leading music at 13 when his father started a church in his hometown of Clearwater, Kansas. He was called to full-time ministry at the age of 16 while at youth camp. David graduated from Baptist Bible College with his BS in Theology.

After graduation, he served as an Associate Pastor in Wichita, KS. He then pastored in Wyoming, Oklahoma, Kansas, Ohio, and lastly here at Neuse Baptist Church.

After retiring, he traveled, representing the ministry of My Sea Hope, a ship-based ministry serving Pastors, Missionaries, and churches in the Caribbean. In 2023, he was asked to lead the music ministry at Neuse Baptist Church. He also teaches the Better Years Bible study on Sunday morning and coordinates their monthly meeting and activities.

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Master Clubs is BACK! Join our NBC Kids on Sundays at 10:30am.

Our NEW website has officially launched! Check us out at: www.neusebaptist.com

We’ve had a family-fun weekend here at Neuse Baptist and we want to invite YOU and your family to join us for our Family Sunday service tomorrow at 10:30am.

Fun. Family. Day. 😎

"Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God." -Philippians 4:6

Grateful for our @nbc.students! They took over our Sunday evening service by giving testimonies, providing special music, and truly encouraging our hearts. Praise the Lord for this generation rising up that desires to seek and serve the Lord. | “That they might set their hope in God, and not forget the works of God, but keep his commandments:” - Psalm 78:7

Mission Team: Puerto Rico has returned safely! What an incredible opportunity they had working aboard Sea Hope with the Puryears. We pray that Sea Hope will continue to serve people near and far through its unique ministry.

"Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth..." -Ecclesiastes 12:1

What a SUMMER! Praising the Lord for all He has done and will continue to do at Neuse Baptist.

What are you doing Sunday? We'd love for YOU to be our guest at Neuse Baptist as we seek to make much of Jesus!

TWO weeks remain in our NBC Kids summer church - August 3 & 10 @ 10:30am! Where has the summer gone? 😎 Master Clubs is right around the corner beginning on August 24th!

Mission Team: Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 Pray for our team as they make their way to serve alongside the Puryears and Sea Hope!

"Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands." - Psalm 100:1 | Join us tomorrow as we make a joyful noise unto our Lord and seek to lift high the name of Jesus!

Some crafty fun at our #neuseladies Christmas in July event tonight!

Join us this week for our Summer Revival with Pastor Scott Hooks! Starting tonight at 6pm and continuing Monday - Wednesday at 7pm, we are asking God to speak to us. Invite a friend and let's grow together this week.

Summer Sunday fellowships continue tomorrow following our evening service... Join us for our Summer Revival kickoff at 6pm with special music by the Crown South Trio, Bible preaching from Pastor Scott Hooks, and some delicious watermelon to follow.

Our @nbc.students have arrived in beautiful, sunny, and hot Pensacola, FL for @teenextremecamp. Thank you for praying for our safety. Now… it’s time for CAMP!

If you weren't in NBC Kids Church yesterday, you missed out! Kiddos (3 years - 6th grade) are invited to join us next Sunday at 10:30am for an engaging time filled with games, songs, worship, and a Bible lesson. Under 3 years old, no problem, we have a beautiful nursery space provided, too.

Pray for our teens as they head to @teenextremecamp in Pensacola, FL! Pray for safety, fun, and most importantly for tender hearts open to taking the next step for the Lord!

"He restoreth my soul:" —Psalm 23:3. Searching for rest? Come worship with us at Neuse Baptist and meet the only One who can provide rest to your soul!

"Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend." -Proverbs 27:17 | Join us at Neuse as we seek to "sharpen" each other in the Lord each week!

Summertime is in full swing at NBC! Summer camp, mission trip, revival and more are happening in July. Praising the Lord for all He is doing in the life and ministry of our church. Come join us!

🎶🇺🇸Turn the tide, Lord, turn the tide, open wide the floodgates of Your power. Stem the flood of wickedness; restore, revive, and bless. Turn the tide.🎵🇺🇸

Turn your eyes to your sufficient Savior! #HowLong #nbc

"Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity." ~ I Timothy 4:12

Sundays at Neuse Baptist are a highlight of our week as we gather to worship our Savior TOGETHER! Join us tomorrow!

A BIG congratulations to our '24-'25 Master Clubbers! They worked so hard to earn their badges by memorizing Scripture, completing their books, spending quiet time with the Lord, and MUCH more. Thank you to those who serve in our NBC Kids ministry, you are appreciated! #nbckids

Dads, we want you to know that on Father's Day and EVERYDAY, you are appreciated! Thank you for walking with integrity. | "The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him."-Proverbs 20:7

"Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you." ~I Peter 5:7

And they are OFF! Juniors are headed to @_the_edge_christian_camp_ for summer camp. Praying for safety, fun, and a week of spiritual growth for these kiddos. 🏕️

Sunday is coming and we are excited to worship with YOU! Come join us tomorrow at 9:30AM, 10:30AM, & 6:30PM. All are welcome!

🐨G'day mate, it's not too late to join the gang, grab your boomerang, and ZOOM to our final night of Zoomerang! Registration opens at 5:45pm.🪃

🦘Zoomerang continues TONIGHT! Grab your didgeridoo, bring a friend, and get ready for a BONZER time Down Under! 🐨

Congratulations 2025 GRADS! We pray that no matter where the Lord takes you in life, you will always seek to follow Him! #classof2025

Grab your boomerang and let's venture through the outback tonight at Zoomerang! Registration opens at 5:45PM.🪃

Wonderfully made, I’m so wonderfully made, what a great God, I’m so wonderfully made… Oh Yeah! What a fair dinkum first night of VBS! Join us tomorrow at 6pm and bring a FRIEND for ZOOMERANG night #2!

Come on and join the gang, and grab your boomerang. Let's zoom, zoom, ZOOMERANG! Today's the DAY! Zoomerang begins TONIGHT and continues ALL week! June 16-20 | 6-8PM Register NOW at the link in our bio.

🐨Koalas snooze up to 20 hours a day. What sleepyheads!😴 ONE day remains 'til ZOOMERANG! Are your kiddos registered? It's not too late! Register now at the link in our bio.

"The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him."-Proverbs 20:7 Happy Father's Day! We praise the Lord for the wonderful gift of fathers.

We have a joke for you... Where is an opal’s favorite hiding spot? Down Under. 🤣 Coober Pedy is often referred to as the opal capital of the world. 2 days remain until we venture Down Under at Zoomerang! Register now at the link in our bio.

Grab a friend and join us at Neuse tomorrow for a day of worship! >>9:30AM >>10:30AM >>6:00PM

Uluru is believed to have been formed about 4,300 years ago during the flood of Noah’s day! You may stumble across dingoes, kangaroos, & wallabies while exploring Uluru, too! Come explore Australia with us in just THREE days at Zoomerang! Register now at the link in our bio.

The beautiful coral in the Great Barrier Reef reminds us animals are special creatures, but nothing comes close to God’s greatest creation—people! We are fearfully and wonderfully made! Join us in just 4 days as dive into the Great Barrier Reef at ZOOMERANG! Register now at the link in our bio.

Merry Christmas! Did you know that one of the islands off Australia’s coast is called Christmas Island? Other spots in Australia are called Woolloomooloo, Wagga Wagga, Tin Can Bay, Moo Ball, Dunedoo, Woy Woy, and Wollongong. Put your Aussie knowledge to the test in just FIVE days at ZOOMERANG! Register now at the link in our bio.

Oh didgeridoo, where are you? Did you know that didgeridoo players can imitate the sounds of kangaroos, dingoes, and kookaburras. Join us for ZOOMERANG in just 6 days as we learn more about the didgeridoo and Who made YOU! Register at the link in our bio.

Men's meeting fun tonight!

Are you ready to ZOOM to the outback? Grab your boomerang and get ready for a LOT of fun at Zoomerang VBS - just 7 days away! Register now at the link in our bio.

Join us TONIGHT for our Bake Auction Camp Fundraiser following the PM service. No need to sign up, bring a dessert (or two), and get ready to BID as we help our @nbc.students & #nbckids get to CAMP! 🏕️

NBC Kids Summer Church begins TOMORROW at 10:30AM! Join our kiddos for songs, crafts, lessons from the Bible, and more. #nbckids

¡Estás invitado a venir a adorar con nosotros HOY a las 10:30am y a las 11:30am! ¡Todos son bienvenidos! "Yo me alegré con los que me decían: A la casa de Jehová iremos." Salmo 122:1

On Wednesdays, we go to CHURCH. See YOU tonight at 7PM!

Come see what God is doing here at Neuse Baptist! Join us for church this Sunday. >>9:30AM >>10:30AM >>6:00PM

"Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord:.." -Psalm 127:3a #nbckids

"O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation" - Psalm 95:1

Mommas, we want you to know that on Mother's Day and EVERYDAY, you are appreciated! Thank you for investing in your kiddos. "Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her." - Proverbs 31:28

🐨Join us for our Vacation Bible School as we trek through the outback! At Zoomerang, you’ll marvel at the unforgettable wildlife, culture, and beauty of Australia all while exploring the wonder and value of life! 🦘 When: June 16-20 | 6-8PM Ages 4 years old - 6th grade! Register NOW at the link in our bio!

"Her children arise up, and call her blessed;..."-Proverbs 31:28a Happy Mother’s Day! We give thanks to God for the precious gift of mothers.

Sundays at Neuse Baptist are exciting days! We invite you to join us tomorrow as we come together to worship our Savior!

God is good & God does good. Psalm 119:68

One of our key objectives at NBC Kids is to train children to serve the Lord. What better way to achieve this than by allowing them to practice it now! Master clubbers have the opportunity to serve by leading pledges, participating in prayer time, singing songs, and much more!

Neuse Baptist is a church of imperfect people serving a perfect Savior and we would LOVE to have YOU serving alongside us!

Our theme this year is "Back to the Bible" from Psalm 119:108, "Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law." Join us tomorrow as we see continue in our theme series, Back to the Bible!

We love missions here at Neuse Baptist! This past Sunday was a sweet day as we sent our missionaries, the Coltranes, back to the Philippines and welcomed our missionaries, the Wynns, back from the Philippines. What a blessing to partner with those who have given their lives to share the Gospel!

Tickets for our Redeeming the Time ladies banquet are available through Sunday, May 4th. Take a moment to order yours now! If you need assistance, feel free to stop by the welcome center after a service or call the church office. Tickets available at https://www.neusebaptist.com/events/ladies-banquet--219/2025-05-10

We praise the Lord for a wonderful Resurrection Sunday! “He arose! He arose! Hallelujah, Christ arose!”

Many hands make light work! A BIG thank you to ALL who came out for our Neuse workday. You are appreciated!

Friday is here, and Sunday’s coming! Can’t wait to gather at Neuse Baptist for worship, community, and TRUTH from God’s Word. "I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord." -Psalm 122:1

All hands on deck! It is time to do some spring cleaning and sprucing up around our campus. Join us tomorrow at 9:30AM! Remember, "many hands make light work."

There is a place for EVERY kiddo at Neuse Baptist to learn, serve, sing, and GROW! From nursery to Master Clubs to Kids Choir and everywhere in-between, we have loving children's workers ready to serve our kiddos. Learn more about our NBC Kids ministry here: https://www.neusebaptist.com/ministries/nbc-kids

Today is RESURRECTION Sunday! Worship our risen Savior with us! "He is not here: for he is risen, as he said..."- Matthew 28:6

Praising the Lord for such a wonderful turnout at our community outreach today! #nbc

Sunday's COMING and we want YOU to worship with us at Neuse Baptist this Easter. 8:30AM - Sunrise Service 10:30AM - Morning Worship & Cantata "He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay."-Matthew 28:6

All smiles and ready to greet YOU tonight at 7PM for our mid-week service.

We have been encouraged and challenged by our Pastor's preaching through the characters at the cross. We are looking ahead with anticipation to this Easter Sunday and invite YOU to worship with us at 8:30AM & 10:30AM.

What a wonderful weekend away with some of our Neuse Ladies @wildscamp in Brevard, NC. Beautiful weather, sweet fellowship, and Truth from Scripture filled our time away. May we seek to be glory-givers and not glory-grabbers.

"...Hosanna: Blessed is the King of Israel that cometh in the name of the Lord." -John 12:13 | Worship with us this Palm Sunday at 9:30AM, 10:30AM, & 6:00PM.

Some of our Neuse Ladies are @wildscamp bound for a weekend away at the Ladies Retreat. 🥳🏔️

Are you stirred up enough to live for Jesus today? Do you need a fresh glimpse of Jesus Christ?

Exciting days at Neuse Baptist as we welcome new members into our NBC community!

Congratulations to our 2025 Cornhole champions, Joshua Anderson & Joshua Haley!

🎼"Hallelujah! All I have is Christ. Hallelujah! Jesus is my life"🎼 All we have to proclaim at Neuse Baptist is CHRIST! Worship with us tomorrow at 9:30AM, 10:30AM, & 6PM. ⛪

Need a mid-week recharge? Join our wonderful NBC community for a spirit-refreshing service tonight at 7PM. We can't wait to see YOU there!

Our NBC Corn Hole Tournament continues tonight following the evening service! Proceeds from the tournament and food fellowship help our teens & juniors get to CAMP!

"Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice." -Philippians 4:4 😁⛪ It is truly a joy to gather with God's people throughout the week!

Praise the Lord for giving us exactly what we need (and not always what we want!) #nbc

Sight & Sound bound! Our group is excited to see Noah this afternoon.

Young, old, and everywhere in between are welcome at Neuse Baptist! Join us tonight for our midweek service at 7PM.

And they are OFF! Several of our #nbc folks are headed up to Lancaster, PA for fun, fellowship, and a Sight & Sound show - Noah! 🥳

Whether you're new to the community or a long-time member, we want to welcome YOU with open arms! See you tomorrow at 9:30AM, 10:30AM, & 6:00PM. #nbc

If you aren’t coming to Better Years, you’re missing out! 🤪

A BIG thank you to Jonny on the Spot Mobile Detailing (Jonathan Trowbridge) for keeping our vans looking sharp!

"I am so happy to have little ones in our church nursery. The Bible says in Isaiah 54:13, “And ALL thy children shall be taught of the Lord;" and when they are in our care, they are being loved and taught about Jesus!" -Stephanie, Nursery Director

We want to invite you to join us at Neuse Baptist on April 20th at 10:30AM as we worship together on Resurrection Sunday!

Our NBC Kids ministry seeks to reach children with the Gospel, teach children God's Word, and train children to serve the Lord. | "I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth." -3 John 1:4

Join us tomorrow at 10AM as we "sound the Gospel call" and make some visits in our community. #nbc

We are just sinners saved by grace! #SoundtheGospelCall #nbc

Reminder: Daylight saving time is right around the corner. Set your clocks FORWARD one hour so you don't miss out on our Missions Conference Sunday!

Are you doing God's will for your life on a DAILY basis? #SoundtheGospelCall #nbc

It's a privilege to tell others the Gospel! #SoundtheGospelCall #nbc

Our 61st Missions Conference begins TODAY! We hope you will make plans to join us tonight at 7pm as we welcome our missionaries. Pray now that God will work in your life personally this week as we seek to glorify Him in ALL we do. https://www.neusebaptist.com/events

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