Leadership and Staff
Our Core Values are:
Always doing what is right (I Peter 3:17)
Authentic relationships and teamwork (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10)
Attention to quality and detail (Colossians 3:23)
Honoring human dignity (Matthew 25:35-36)
Striving to glorify God in all we do (I Corinthians 10:31)
Mark Hogsed
Executive Director
A native of Canton, Ohio, Mark previously served as the Executive Director of Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkway, in Roanoke, Virginia, as well as Vice President of a Christian humanitarian organization, in Forest, Virginia. Mark joined FJPM in 2021 and is responsible for the operations, external relations, and programming within the ministry. He holds a Master of Education Degree in Education Administration from Grand Canyon University, as well as a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communications from Liberty University and Secondary Education licensure from the University of Lynchburg. Mark and his wife, Nikki, have two sons, Adam and Colton. The Hogseds are members of Center Grove Baptist Church.
Rev. Jeff Carter
Senior Chaplain
Jeff joined the Forsyth Jail & Prison Ministries team in January of 2019. As Senior Chaplain, Jeff is responsible for all religious programming at the Forsyth County Detention Center and Forsyth Correctional Center. This includes worship services, Bible studies, one-on-one counseling, pre-marital and marriage counseling, answering critical incident calls, hygiene giveaways, social activities in the chapel, and more. He is a North Carolina state-certified chaplain and also supervises FJPM’s chaplaincy staff and on-call rotation. Jeff has served as an ordained minister in the Moravian Church, Southern Province since 1997 and has pastored four congregations during that time. He is married to Tracy and they have one daughter, Sarah. The Carters are members of Fairview Moravian Church.
Rev. Dr. Hunter Duncan
Chaplain
Hunter joined the Forsyth Jail & Prison Ministries team in June 2026 and is now serving as a chaplain at the Forsyth County Detention Center. A native of North Carolina, he has served in pastoral ministry for more than 30 years in roles including Youth Minister, Associate Pastor, and Senior Pastor. He holds a Master of Divinity and a Doctor of Ministry from Gardner‑Webb University and was ordained in 2006. Hunter and his wife, Jamye, have a large and growing family, including their first grandson. In his free time, he enjoys woodworking, disc golf, and family trips to Florida.
Jason Hawkins
Transition to Work Pre-Release Program Coordinator
Jason is a native of Winston-Salem, NC. He graduated from Shaw University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. Additionally, he received electrical and plumbing
certificates from Halifax Community College. Jason’s previous employment included office and
service employment in the local community. He joined Forsyth Jail & Prison Ministries in 2017, as the Transportation Coordinator for recently released offenders. Jason now serves as the Transition to Work Pre-Release Program Coordinator, where he works with TTW participants at Forsyth Correctional Center. Jason enjoys playing the saxophone and the piano, when not working. He has a daughter and three grandchildren, and is married to his soulmate, Joan. The Hawkinses are members at Pfafftown Christian Church.
Holly Kessler
Director of Community Engagement
Holly joined the FJPM staff in 2024 and is a native of Winston-Salem, NC. As Director of Community Engagement, Holly oversees development, marketing, and community partnerships for FJPM. She previously served as the Senior Director of Public Relations at Crossnore Communities for Children and as the Connections Pastor at Providence Road Church of Christ in Charlotte, NC. Holly holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from UNC Greensboro and a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Nonprofit Management from Regent University. She was ordained for ministry in 2011. Holly and her husband, Jeff, have four adult children and six grandchildren. The Kesslers are members at First Baptist Church on Fifth Street.
Brooke Stultz
Operations Manager
Brooke joined Forsyth Jail & Prison Ministries in 2016. She attended Forsyth Technical Community College, where she obtained an Associate Degree in Information Technology. As Operations Manager, Brooke has oversight of all daily operations and the Transition to Work program, including FJPM’s two transitional living spaces. She also works closely with FJPM volunteers and church groups. She is married to Tyler and they have two children, Rylan and Reece. She enjoys decorating and recreational activities outdoors with family, friends, and her dogs. The Stultz family are members at REVO Church.
Rev. Dr. Leroy Izzard
Chaplain
Dr. Leroy Izzard joined Forsyth Jail & Prison Ministries in 2024 and is now serving as a part-time chaplain at the Forsyth County Detention Center. Roy is married to Sonya and the Izzards are members of Southeast Church of Christ.
Rev. Leah Wheeler
Chaplain
Leah Wheeler joined Forsyth Jail & Prison Ministries in 2025. She has served in a variety of volunteer roles in prison ministry for many years. Leah is now serving as a part-time chaplain to women at the Forsyth County Detention Center. Leah is married to Keith and the Wheelers are members of Reynolda Church.
Join the Forsyth Jail & Prison Ministries (FJPM) team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of incarcerated individuals and those reentering our community. We look for compassionate, dedicated people to serve alongside us in chaplaincy, program support, and reentry initiatives. Explore our current openings to see how your skills and passion can help transform lives.
Board of Directors
Michael Baughan, Treasurer
Alan Bentley
Floyd Cook
Ralph D’Agostino
Gary Elkins
George Harris, Vice-Chair
James Jenkins, Chairman
Rich Keshian
Nola Knouse
Danielle Lamphier, Secretary
Chris Lyon
Harry Neal
Cathy Owen
Brooke Preslar
Dawn Redd
Darnell Sharpless
Russell Talley
Ex-Officio Members:
Warden Steven Niday, Forsyth Correctional Center
Major Gabriel Hinson, Forsyth County Law Enforcement Detention Center
Speakers Bureau
Our staff, board members and volunteers are available to speak to church groups and civic clubs. Please Contact us for more information.
Consultation for Growing A Ministry
Ministry staff are available to consult with established 501(c)3 ministries working in prisons and jails. Contact info@forsythjpm.org for consultation services.
