Timothy Foundation Staff
Shawn Stricklin is the Associate Pastor at Westwood Baptist Church. He has been married to the love of his life, Shawn Tay Stricklin, for more than 32 years. They have two adult children, Dylan and Paige, and five grandbabies that bring boundless joy to their lives. Pastor Shawn has been on staff at Westwood since 2018 and oversees the following ministries: RU Addiction Recovery, Discipleship, Missions, Caregiving, Senior Saints, and The Timothy Foundation, where he is also President. He holds an Associate of Arts in psychiatry and psychology, a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies, a Master of Arts in Ministry Supervision, and a Master of Theological Studies from Midwestern Theological Seminary. He is currently pursuing a doctorate in pastoral and ministry supervision at Liberty University.
Shawn Tay Stricklin lived most of her childhood in Florissant, Missouri, and has resided in Southeast Missouri her husband, Shawn, for over 32 years. Shawn Tay is currently a member of Westwood Baptist Church, where her husband Shawn is associate pastor. She currently leads a ladies' Sunday school class and has served in the RU Recovery ministry since 2015. Shawn Tay is working towards a degree in Biblical Counseling at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Shawn Tay and her husband have two children, Dylan and Paige, and five grandchildren. Over the last three years, she has taught K4 at Westwood Baptist Academy, she has been a volunteer for Haven House, and she currently does volunteer work for Recycling Grace Women’s Ministries.
Amy Hood was born in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, and after moving 14 times throughout her childhood, she returned home at age 12. She has been married to her best friend, Brian, since 1994, and together they have one adult son, Scotty, a daughter-in-law, Jordan, a granddaughter, Georgia, and another granddaughter on the way.
Amy has been a member of Westwood Baptist Church since 2013, where she serves as Nursery Director. Brian is the Facilities Manager at the church, and together he and Amy also serve in RU Recovery, with Brian as Assistant Director. Their family owns Amy Jo’s Cleaning Co., founded in 2019. With a heart for her hometown, Amy began volunteering at The Timothy Foundation food pantry in 2024 and quickly fell in love with its mission. In July, she stepped into the role of Development Coordinator, focusing on grant writing, community outreach, and networking with local business leaders to help strengthen and support the organization’s impact.
Amy has been a member of Westwood Baptist Church since 2013, where she serves as Nursery Director. Brian is the Facilities Manager at the church, and together he and Amy also serve in RU Recovery, with Brian as Assistant Director. Their family owns Amy Jo’s Cleaning Co., founded in 2019. With a heart for her hometown, Amy began volunteering at The Timothy Foundation food pantry in 2024 and quickly fell in love with its mission. In July, she stepped into the role of Development Coordinator, focusing on grant writing, community outreach, and networking with local business leaders to help strengthen and support the organization’s impact.
Kim White is our accountant at The Timothy Foundation. She has been married to her high school sweetheart, Tim White, for 46 years. They have two biological sons and five years ago adopted six children who were their foster children: Korra, 19; Brandon, 13; Damien, 10; Xilynn, 8; Shyla, 7; and Karmen, 6. The school age children attend Westwood Baptist Academy.
Kim has an accounting certificate from Hickey Business College, a Church Leadership and Ministry Certificate from MO Baptist University, and is currently working on a Bible College diploma from Faith Bible Institute. Kim's previous positions include a director of operations and accounting at a non-profit association. Kim and Tim teach 2nd grade Sunday School, Awana, and do other volunteer work at The Timothy Foundation. They love to serve the Lord!
Kim has an accounting certificate from Hickey Business College, a Church Leadership and Ministry Certificate from MO Baptist University, and is currently working on a Bible College diploma from Faith Bible Institute. Kim's previous positions include a director of operations and accounting at a non-profit association. Kim and Tim teach 2nd grade Sunday School, Awana, and do other volunteer work at The Timothy Foundation. They love to serve the Lord!
Angela Johnson has been married to the love of her life, Nathan, for 12 years. Together, they have five children and two grandchildren. In June 2025, they became members of Westwood Baptist Church after visiting the church’s storm shelter one Friday night in May. Inspired by Pastor Shawn’s testimony, they felt led to learn more—and the Lord began working in their hearts.
Angela was soon invited to be part of the Timothy Foundation as their Clothing Closet Specialist. She felt deeply honored and blessed to accept the position. Recently the Foundation opened a drop off dry cleaner, Timothy’s Fresh Start Cleaners, where she is currently manager. For Angela, this ministry is not just a way to serve others—it’s a personal blessing. She considers it a privilege to witness God’s hand at work, blessing people daily through the Foundation.
Angela was soon invited to be part of the Timothy Foundation as their Clothing Closet Specialist. She felt deeply honored and blessed to accept the position. Recently the Foundation opened a drop off dry cleaner, Timothy’s Fresh Start Cleaners, where she is currently manager. For Angela, this ministry is not just a way to serve others—it’s a personal blessing. She considers it a privilege to witness God’s hand at work, blessing people daily through the Foundation.
Cassandra King is engaged to the love of her life and is the mother of three sons—Haiden (17), Issac (16), and her newborn, Wesley. She was given the amazing opportunity to work for The Timothy Foundation as a Clothing Client Specialist with the Helping Hands Clothing Closet, where she serves families with compassion and care. Cassandra later graduated from the Women’s Recycling Grace Program, an experience that brought significant personal and spiritual growth. She is a powerful testimony to how God can transform any life for the better. Cassandra considers it a true blessing to give back to her community and to walk in the purpose God has placed on her heart
