Our People
Church Leadership
Every member is expected to be involved in some aspect of the ministry, utilizing the gifts God has given him for His service.
Pastor
James Story
Pastor Story has been a member of Hope Baptist Church since September 2022, where he has developed a deep love for the congregation and a strong desire to see souls saved. He carries a sincere burden for the lost and a passion for preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Read his full storyServing Together
Officers & Trustees
These are the men and women the church has set apart to help carry its work — preaching, shepherding, keeping the books, and keeping the doors open.
Clifton Thompson
Associate Pastor · Trustee
Avery Hammond
Trustee
Dennis McThompson
Trustee
David Burkett
Treasurer
Mike Leake
Evangelist
Linda Harrigan
Clerk
Behind the Scenes
Volunteers
The sound booth, the graphics, the assistance in the office — the work nobody sees, done faithfully every week.
Karen Gibson
Pastor’s Assistant
Travis Burkett
Graphics / Sound Booth
Garret Hammond
Sound Booth
Connor Story
Sound Booth
In Loving Memory
Stephen Dye
Trustee
“Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.”
Psalm 116:15