Jack Jones

Jack is a sinner saved by the grace of God through the atoning sacrifice of the Lord Jesus Christ. He was born in the Deep South—specifically, Mississippi—and raised in Texas. Academically, he struggled as a student, but managed to secure an A-4 exemption for college, granting him a deferment during the Vietnam War. However, in the providence of God, the war continued, and Jack was drafted in 1968. In response, he enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served in the Navy Airwing at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island in Washington State.

It was during his time of service that he met Gloria, who would become his beloved wife of 54 years. Together, they have been blessed with two grown and married sons, five grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren—with hope for more to come.

In 2015, God’s providential leading brought Jack and Gloria to Oregon to be nearer to their children. Then, in 2020, amid the disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic, they began attending Grace Bible Fellowship. From their first experience, they knew they had found their church home. Jack is deeply grateful to be a part of a fellowship where knowing and serving Jesus Christ is the shared passion. He counts it a joy and privilege to participate in the ministry of GBF.