Rev. Jim Kirkland has just celebrated his eighth anniversary at First Baptist Church.  He and Donna, his wife of 25 years, have two daughters, Brittany and Brooke.  Jim served our country as an United Stares Air Force officer before answering the call to full time ministry.  Before coming to First Baptist , Jim served several churches in the panhandle of Florida. Jim enjoys time with his family and following the girls in their individual endeavors.

Rev. Jim Kirkland
Pastor

Sandy Stiles began her ministry at First Baptist Church in November 2009 but has been in the ministry for 21 years.  Before coming to First Baptist church, she served several churches in North Carolina.  Sandy and her husband, Jeff, have been married for 21 years and have a son, Christopher.  She has a passion for worship and enjoys leading others in worship.

Sandy Stiles
Worship and Family Life Minister

Mack Marsh began his ministry at Mullins First Baptist Church in July of 2008 as Interim Youth Minister and was called as Full Time Minister of Youth/Education in June of 2009. He had served as Youth Minister in several churches in Dillon County before coming back home to Mullins First Baptist Church. Mack and his wife, Dana, have been married for almost 4 years and live in Floyd Dale, SC. Although he loves music, his heart and passion is Youth Ministry. Mack enjoys spending time with his wife, family and friends, sports, and going to the mountains. 

Mack Marsh
Youth Minister

Jo Ellen began her duties as the Financial Ministry Assistant of Mullins First Baptist Church in November of 1986. She is a member of the South Carolina Baptist Ministry Assistants Association. Jo Ellen and her husband, Jerry will celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary in March of 2010. They have one son, Mark, and one daughter, Mitzi, whose husband is Mike. They have two grandchildren, Michael and Lauren.

Jo Ellen Townsend
Financial Ministry Assistant

Bonnie has been the Ministry Assistant of Mullins First Baptist Church since April of 1984. She will soon celebrate her 26th year in this position. She is a member of the South Carolina Baptist Ministry Assistants Association and has served a two year term as an area representative for the Ministry Assistants Association.  Bonnie and her husband, Terry, have been married for 39 years and have lived in Mullins the majority of those years. They have one son, Stacy, whose wife is Lindsay, and one daughter, Renee, whose husband is Josh. They have two granddaughters, Cassidy and Chelsea, and one grandson, Ian.

Bonnie Strickland
Ministry Assistant

Debbie was the interim musician while searching for a Worship and Family Life Minister.  She has now joined the church and is the church Pianist.  She is a great asset to the church and the community. 

Debbie Floyd
Pianist