Jim Simmons

Pastor of Care and Outreach

Jim graduated from West Virginia Institute of Technology with a degree in Labor Relations and Labor Studies.  Prior to coming on staff at the church in 1999 as the Pastor of Care and Outreach/Missions, Jim worked for 20 years in the coal mining industry as a Labor Relations Consultant and Personnel Manager.

Jim is married to Jennifer. They share two children: Dennis and Katie, five Grandchildren, and one Step Grandson.  Jim enjoys anything that involves his grandkids, along with fishing and target shooting.

Major areas of responsibility include:

  • Visitation
  • Counseling
  • Outreach
  • Celebrate Recovery

jsimmons@johnstonchapel.org