Pastor David Troxler

Pastor David Troxler was born in the mid-west and answered God’s call to ministry at age 17. Pastor Dave attended Culver-Stockton College, in Canton, Missouri, graduating in 1965. Subsequently, Pastor Dave enrolled in Lexington Theological Seminary and received his MDiv degree in 1968.
Using the tools of education as a springboard for ministry he has served congregations in Kentucky, Nebraska, Iowa, Georgia and now Florida. He came to First Christian Church in 1995 and has led the congregation with the goal of being a catalyst for change in an ever changing and sometimes challenging world.  

Choir Director Michael Shiles

Michael Shiles, was born and raised in Daytona Beach, Florida and attended First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) for over 60 years. At age 7 he began tap dancing lessons, followed by piano and cello lessons. This led to a cello scholarship at Stetson University. At Stetson he discovered a love of the classics and opera, earning a Bachelor of Music in Voice. Success in oratorio and stage work resulted in being awarded an apprenticeship with The Miami Opera Company. He was hired as an Affiliated Artist with Troika Organization appearing and starring in 11 Broadway touring productions, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Me & My Girl, Ziegfeld: A Night at the Follies (originating the role of W.C. Fields), Fiddler on the Roof, City of Angels, 42nd Street, big, Victor/Victoria. Annie, Cinderella and Kiss Me Kate. Through the years he has returned and been Choir director at. First Christian Church. This church and members will always be home and family.

Pianist - Kevin Gaskill

Kevin Gaskill, born in Denver, Colorado received his Education degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder. After teaching in Colorado, he moved to Florida. He has been teaching music at Hinson Middle School in Daytona Beach since 2016 and has been pianist at First Christian Church since 2017.