Staff

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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.

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Beth Rose

Director of Children’s and Youth Ministries 

Beth teaches at the Mount Olive Middle School where she has been the “Teacher of the Year” and won other teaching awards. She is a lifelong FBCMO member and recently joined our staff to minister with children, youth and their families. She is a graduate of UNC and a proud tarheel fan.

Darren is a student at UMO and plans to become a chaplain after college and divinity school.  He works with technology and assists in pastoral care and administration.

Darren Myers, Ministry Intern

Darren is a student at UMO and plans to become a chaplain after college and divinity school.  He works with technology and assists in pastoral care and administration.
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Janet Rose

Director of Music/Organist  

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Kathy Gardner 

Administrative Assistant 

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James Giles

Custodian