Candidates Recommended for Eldership
Bill Costello
Bill and Crystal Costello have been married for 30 years. They have four adult children and two grandchildren. The Costello’s have attended and enthusiastically volunteered at numerous GHC events since 2016. Bill, a retired Army Colonel, continues to work at Fort Knox. Crystal is a successful business owner and licensed realtor. In July, they will serve on their first overseas mission trip to Costa Rica through the Abraham Project.
Chad Griffo
Chad and Cassandra Griffo have been married for 13 years and are the proud parents of two children, Keira and Kinsley. After previously attending Grace Heartland Church from 2021 to 2023, the family returned in 2025 and is actively involved in the GHC Student, Prayer, and Women's Ministries, having previously served in GHC First Steps and Kids. Chad is currently assigned to V Corps and is transitioning this summer to Human Resources Command to serve as a Civil Affairs Assignment Manager with plans to retire in 2 years. Together, the Griffos are passionate about serving their church family and community.
Josh Hubbard
Josh and Kat Hubbard have been married for almost 22 years and have 3 children, Jake, Ella Kate, and Caroline. They have been attending GHC for over 15 years and have been active in children’s ministry, small groups, and the former upward program. Josh has previously served 2 terms on the GHC Elder Board. Josh is the President of West Point Bank and also serves on the Board of Directors for West Point Bank, Bank of Lexington, the Hardin County Chamber of Commerce, Lincoln Trail Homebuilders Association, Baptist Heath Hardin, and Central KY Community Foundation. Josh and Kat enjoy spending time with their family, traveling, and going to the lake.
Jake Riggs
Jacob Riggs, a Hardin County native, graduated from WKU, works at the Kentucky Department of Highways, has been married to his wife Leah for 17 years, they have 2 children, Ace and Anna. Their family has attended Grace Heartland Church since 2013 and Jake has previously served as an elder. Jake has been actively involved in student ministry as well as Men at Work Wednesdays.