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Be our Guest This Sunday

Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Staff

Pastor Rodney Duckett

 

Pastor Rodney (“Rev Rod” as we know him around church) is a devoted preacher whose ministry is grounded in the Word of God and driven by a heart for transformation. His preaching is centered on teaching and challenging believers to grow in their faith and character, helping them live out biblical truth in every area of life.

With a clear and engaging style, “Rev Rod” always strives to combine sound doctrine with practical application, guiding listeners to not only understand Scripture but also to apply it with conviction and courage. His messages often focus on personal growth, spiritual maturity, and developing a faith that stands firm through life’s challenges.

Preaching primarily in a church setting, “Rev. Rod” desires to create an atmosphere where the congregation can encounter God’s presence, be strengthened by His Word, and be inspired to live with purpose. His ministry continues to impact lives by calling believers to deeper devotion, greater understanding, and active faith in Christ.

Jody Atwood

worship leader & worship ministry team leader

Jody is the driving force behind our vibrant and engaging weekly worship services. With a unique ability to blend traditional hymns and modern praise songs, With the guidance of the Holy Spirit, Jody crafts an inclusive worship experience that speaks to the heart of our growing diverse congregation. In addition to leading worship, Jody manages all aspects of our services, including song selection, instrumentation, drama, online broadcasts, and audio/visual production.

Contact Jody if you are interested in being part of our Music Ministry at Mt. Olivet.

Larkin Woodard

director of youth ministry

Larkin is a busy man.  He is husband to Katie and proud dad to Cheyenne, Wyatt, Meridyn, Everly, and Elowyn — and if that wasn’t blessing enough, he also gets to be "Sarge" to his two grandchildren, Lofton and Mason. When not spending time with his family, you’ll usually find Larkin leading our youth, running his business, or trying to keep up with both!

Larkin's  life verse is Acts 20:24 (ESV):

“But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God.”

According to Larkin, "that verse keeps me focused on what really matters — finishing the race and living out the ministry Jesus gave me."   Larkin is very passionate about helping students grow deep roots in their faith so they can live for Christ with confidence for the rest of their lives.

Contact Larkin if you have questions or are interested in being a part of our growing Youth Ministry at Mt. Olivet Baptist. 

Elaine Wade

church administrative assistant

Elaine plays a pivotal role in managing the administrative needs of our church. She is responsible for producing our worship folders, prayer lists, and church correspondence, as well as coordinating with the Ministry Leadership Teams our ever-changing  schedule. If you have questions or need information about what’s happening at Mt. Olivet Baptist, Elaine is your go-to person.
 

Ministry Leadership Team

Ray Frazier

missions ministry team leader

Serving as our Missions Leader in the church, Ray plays the pivotal role in our church  in encouraging individuals to serve both locally and globally. Ray oversees all mission education and projects. He is committed to equipping and mobilizing our members to actively participate in reaching the lost in our "Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth" with the Good News of Jesus Christ.

If you are interested in being involved in the mission efforts of Mt. Olivet Baptist, contact Ray today and see where you can jump in. 

Debbie Frazier

fellowship ministry team leader

Debbie leads our Fellowship Ministry, dedicated to nurturing strong relationships within our church community. She oversees all church fellowship events aimed at building connections among our members. This ministry organizes a wide range of activities, including Fellowship Café, post-worship events, festivals, conferences, weddings, holiday celebrations, and more.

If you would like to be involved in this very active ministry, contact Debbie Frazier.

Brad Freeman

discipleship ministry team leader

Brad leads our Discipleship Ministry at Mt. Olivet Baptist, where he is committed to recruiting, training, and equipping individuals to fulfill their calling to teach God’s Word. This ministry aims to engage members, families, and guests in personal spiritual growth. The Discipleship Ministry oversees all Bible study-related activities and events at the church, including Adult Bible Classes, Connect Groups, Sunday School for all ages, and specialized studies for women and men. Additionally, Brad manages the church library resources to support lifelong learning and faith development.

If you feel you are called by God to be involved in this growing ministry or simply have an interest in this area of service, contact Brad today.

Steve Goolsby

deacon chair, 2025
and outreach ministry team leader

 Steve leads our Deacon Ministry and our Outreach Ministry at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church.  The Deacon Ministry is an extension of the Pastoral ministry of the Church that is performed by spirit-filled men who are called to exemplify the love of God by praying, serving, and encouraging all people to grow into the likeness of Jesus Christ in a spirit of unity and peace.   The Deacons in our church are responsible for ministering to our church membership on an ongoing basis and especially during times of need.  

Steve also leads our Outreach Ministry at Mt. Olivet Baptist.  

If you have a question or need, please contact your Family Deacon or contact Steve directly for assistance.

Kerry Hale

CARE ministry team leader

 Kerry leads up our CARE Ministry at Mt. Olivet Baptist.
The Care Ministry of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church is responsible for ministering to families and individuals and especially during times of need.  This ministry works to create a hospitable and safe environment in our church to ensure every person feels welcome here.  This ministry includes Greeters, Ushers, Safety as well as assisting with the Deacon Family Ministry, and Pastoral Care (Hospital, Funeral and Benevolence) needs of the church.

This highly impactful ministry is always needing individuals to serve. Please contact Kerry today if you are interested.