Dr. Dennis Atwood
Senior Pastor
Dr. Atwood has served as pastor of First Baptist Church of Mount Olive since 2003. He has also served churches in Missouri, Louisiana, and Mississippi. He received his B.A. from Mississippi College, Master of Divinity degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and Doctor of Ministry degree from Eden Theological Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Atwood has also completed post-doctoral studies at Duke University Divinity School.
He has had numerous articles and sermons published. Dennis is the author of two books: Words That Shape and Form: A 40 Day Journey in Spiritual Formation, 2008, and Deep Faith: Invitation to a Deeply Rooted Life, 2014. He has also served as Adjunct Instructor of Religion at the University of Mount Olive. He is married to Ann and they have three young adult sons. He enjoys playing golf, hunting, Duke basketball, and helping people connect with God and one another. Check out the Pastor’s blog.
Darren Myers
Ministry Intern
Darren joined the staff of First Baptist Mount Olive in January of 2022. He is a third year student at the University of Mount Olive. His major is in Christian Studies. His future plans are to achieve a Masters in Divinity and to go into chaplaincy wherever he is needed.
Darren works with the youth, technology, and office work during the week and on Sunday.
Janet Rose
Director of Music/Organist
Kathy Gardner
Administrative Assistant
James Giles
Custodian