Pastor Brett started at FBCHHI in April of 2018. Prior to FBCHHI, Brett served as a Senior Pastor in Westminster, SC before moving to Calgary, Alberta, Canada to plant and pastor a church with the North American Mission Board. First Baptist was Brett and his family’s “vacation church” since 1998, so he’s had a great appreciation and love for our church for many years.
Brett grew up in Laurel, MS and in Gainesville, GA. Brett has been married to Kristin since June 4, 2005, and they have four cute little girls, Eden, Karis, Lydia, and Abigail; so our pastor gets regular hair-brushing sessions at home with “his girls.”
Brett is full of excitement and energy as he leads our church to build on our rich history and to continue to become a church focused on reaching those outside our walls. He is passionate about preaching God’s Word accurately and applicably, about making disciples who make disciples, and about investing himself into our staff and leadership.
Brett earned a BS in Business Management from Berry College, a M.Div in Missions, Evangelism and Church Growth from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, a MBA in Leadership from Brenau University, and is pursuing a D.Min in Catalytic Leadership in Church Planting from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Brett grew up in Laurel, MS and in Gainesville, GA. Brett has been married to Kristin since June 4, 2005, and they have four cute little girls, Eden, Karis, Lydia, and Abigail; so our pastor gets regular hair-brushing sessions at home with “his girls.”
Brett is full of excitement and energy as he leads our church to build on our rich history and to continue to become a church focused on reaching those outside our walls. He is passionate about preaching God’s Word accurately and applicably, about making disciples who make disciples, and about investing himself into our staff and leadership.
Brett earned a BS in Business Management from Berry College, a M.Div in Missions, Evangelism and Church Growth from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, a MBA in Leadership from Brenau University, and is pursuing a D.Min in Catalytic Leadership in Church Planting from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Don Hansen joins us as Minister of Music from First Baptist Church Myrtle Beach. He and his wife, Debbie, have two sons, Joshua, and Jared. He has been instrumental in bringing Christ into the communities where he has served before including First Baptist Church, Sumter, SC, Village Parkway Baptist Church San Antonio, TX, Freeway Manor Baptist Church, Houston, Texas, and others. He has also pastored youth at previous churches. Along with directing choirs for adults, youth, and children, he has directed ensembles, instrumentalists, and seasonal music presentations. Don very successfully implemented and coordinated ‘Reading Buddies Outreach Ministry ‘ to Myrtle Beach Primary and Elementary Schools with 200 + volunteers. FBCHHI is happy to have a versatile musician with a vision of taking the gospel outside the walls of the church.
Pastor David started as the student and missions minister for our church in November of 2021. Prior to coming to FBCHHI, David served in churches in South Carolina and Alabama as a student and senior pastor, and as the Christian Ministries Coordinator at Hawaii Baptist Academy in Honolulu, HI. He is a graduate of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
David and Robyn since 2007 and have two children – Bo (born 2016) and Bridgette (born 2018). They enjoy traveling and doing outdoor activities as a family.
The Greens are partnering with our church to reach and disciple students as well as to equip our members to fulfill the mission of Acts: 1:8.
David and Robyn since 2007 and have two children – Bo (born 2016) and Bridgette (born 2018). They enjoy traveling and doing outdoor activities as a family.
The Greens are partnering with our church to reach and disciple students as well as to equip our members to fulfill the mission of Acts: 1:8.
REV. RUSTY FREEMANMINISTER OF YOUNG FAMILIES & DISCIPLESHIP
Rusty is a graduate of Anderson University and Covington Theological Seminary. He has been serving children, youth, and families in the ministry for the last 21 years. Rusty was blessed to be raised in a home with godly parents. Through this blessing, he sees the importance of parents raising their children to love the Lord. He and his wife Amber share the same birthday and have been blessed with six children, Addie, Ellis, Grant, Rylee, Wells, and Karis. Rusty enjoys spending time with family, hunting, and fishing, and playing sports. His passion is preaching & teaching God’s Word and seeing people come to know the Lord and walk with Him. Rusty is excited to partner with this great church to impact Hilton Head families for Christ one home at a time.
Geoff has a passion for God’s word and a passion to equip the local church. Whether it is preaching, teaching, learning, or meeting new people. His life’s purpose is to serve God. Geoff is married to his college sweetheart Erica and they are blessed to have five children, Hannah, Rebekah, Rachel, Sarah, and Andrew. Geoff is a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary where he received a Th.M. He also holds a B.A. in English and a J.D. from Howard University and Howard University School of Law.
Mary Hayes came to work with us in 2010 when her family lived on Hilton Head Island. Mary has a sweet spirit and gentle manner, not to mention being excellent at her job. When her husband, Jerry took a new job, they moved to their hometown of Charleston, SC. The church did not want to lose this excellent employee, so it was arranged for her to work remotely. She continues to provide consistent work even though she resides elsewhere. She returns to the office once or twice a month, or as needed, and church business and financial matters continue as usual. Should you need to speak with her, call the church office and we will direct the call to her.
Mary and Jerry are the parents of two grown boys, Bryce and Ryan. Both were recently married.
Mary and Jerry are the parents of two grown boys, Bryce and Ryan. Both were recently married.
Lynda has been at FBCHHI since 1989, and has served in her role as Ministry Assistant since July 15, 1992.
Lynda grew up in Morganton, NC and Gainesville, GA. She and her husband, Clif, were married right here at First Baptist on September 2, 1979. They have two grown sons, Jason, who lives in upstate SC, and Blake, who lives in Boston, MA.
Lynda loves working with people and communicating God’s love through her role as Ministry Assistant. She is excited about the alignment she sees with the church and the will of God, and for us to continually become a brighter light to the community, being a place where young and old can anchor their faith in Christ.
Lynda enjoys watercolor painting, singing in the church choir, leading a women’s Connection group, traveling, and Carolina Shag Dancing with her husband.
She has a BA in Commercial Art from Brenau University, and has continued her education through the South Carolina Baptist Convention’s (SCBC) Ministry Assistant’s Association. She has also served as a past president of the SCBC Ministry Assistant’s Association, past secretary/treasurer of the National Association of Southern Baptist Secretaries, and as the recording secretary of the SCBC.
Lynda grew up in Morganton, NC and Gainesville, GA. She and her husband, Clif, were married right here at First Baptist on September 2, 1979. They have two grown sons, Jason, who lives in upstate SC, and Blake, who lives in Boston, MA.
Lynda loves working with people and communicating God’s love through her role as Ministry Assistant. She is excited about the alignment she sees with the church and the will of God, and for us to continually become a brighter light to the community, being a place where young and old can anchor their faith in Christ.
Lynda enjoys watercolor painting, singing in the church choir, leading a women’s Connection group, traveling, and Carolina Shag Dancing with her husband.
She has a BA in Commercial Art from Brenau University, and has continued her education through the South Carolina Baptist Convention’s (SCBC) Ministry Assistant’s Association. She has also served as a past president of the SCBC Ministry Assistant’s Association, past secretary/treasurer of the National Association of Southern Baptist Secretaries, and as the recording secretary of the SCBC.
Danielle Cummings is originally from Fort Wayne, Indiana. She and her husband, Scott, have five children and two grandchildren. Danielle has always had a passion for fostering connections and making a difference in people’s lives. Danielle is grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the ministry’s mission and serve the community of Hilton Head Island in a meaningful way.
Jessica Richard is very talented in graphic design, videography, photography, and video editing and is helping our church in our media ministry, graphic design, and communications. She and her husband, Preston, have been involved at FBCHHI since early 2021, both working in our worship media ministry, helping on our Livestream rotation, and in-house audio/video ministry. Since moving out of state, Jessica continues to work with us remotely part-time, assisting with all our online media, and communication needs.
Olivia Rainwater graduated from the University of North Georgia with a Bachelor of Arts degree with a concentration in graphic design and a music minor in May of 2023. Her love for church ministry began with several summer internships in Boston, MA, Lake Tahoe, CA, and Alpharetta with churches where she used her photography, media, graphic design, and music talents to help spread the gospel and impact others. She is excited to be a part of this team and ready to serve this community.
In addition to being an incredible greeter, a wonderful Sunday School teacher, and an awesome deacon, Richard also serves as one of our church custodians. As such, he helps not only to clean our facilities, but is also gifted at repairs and other projects as needed. Richard and Rosa (whom he affectionately calls “Babycakes”) were married in NC on February 4, 1966. Richard and Rosa have 3 daughters, one who went home to be with the Lord at just 9 months old, as well as Pamela and Melisha. They are also proud grandparents to 6 grandchildren.
Richard and Rosa have vacationed to Hilton Head and visited First Baptist annually since 1995. He’s served in his role as our custodian since September 2013. Prior to retirement to our little oasis, Richard worked as a welder for over 43 years in Maryland.
Richard appreciates most the love that he has found at First Baptist, and hopes to help us become an even more radiant light to those who walk in darkness as they come and hear the truth of God’s Word preached and taught at First Baptist.
Richard is passionate about sharing his faith, and in his spare time enjoys traveling to see family and cycling.
Richard and Rosa have vacationed to Hilton Head and visited First Baptist annually since 1995. He’s served in his role as our custodian since September 2013. Prior to retirement to our little oasis, Richard worked as a welder for over 43 years in Maryland.
Richard appreciates most the love that he has found at First Baptist, and hopes to help us become an even more radiant light to those who walk in darkness as they come and hear the truth of God’s Word preached and taught at First Baptist.
Richard is passionate about sharing his faith, and in his spare time enjoys traveling to see family and cycling.
