Willie Holt
Pastor
Pastor Willie E. Holt, First Missionary Baptist Church – Pass Christian, MS
Life of Faithful Service
Pastor Willie E. Holt is a native of Gulfport, Mississippi. He was baptized and spiritually nurtured at Forrest Heights Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Reverend E. L. Hartwell. On March 15, 1998, he was ordained as a Deacon and served faithfully under both Reverend Hartwell and his successor, Reverend George D. Rouse.
A Calling to Preach
Answering the divine call to preach the Gospel, Pastor Holt delivered his initial sermon on February 20, 2005, at Forrest Heights. Pastor Rouse appointed him to the Youth Ministry, where he served diligently as an Associate Minister. On June 20, 2008, Pastor Holt was ordained and installed as the Pastor of First Missionary Baptist Church in Pass Christian, Mississippi, where he continues to serve with faithfulness and vision.
Education and Ministry Training
Pastor Holt is dedicated to biblical education and the development of ministry. He is a Certified Sunday School Instructor (2011) through the Sunday School Publishing Board in Nashville, TN. His academic credentials include:
Entrepreneurship and Community Involvement
Beyond the pulpit, Pastor Holt is the owner and operator of Sparkle Car Cleaning and Automotive Accessories in Gulfport, MS—a business he has successfully led since 1990. His commitment to excellence and service extends into both his ministry and business endeavors.
Family and Personal Life
Pastor Holt has been happily married to Zenobia Ann Holt since 1990, and together they are the proud parents of three children: Natalie, Nadia, and Justin. He values faith, family, and community and strives to lead by example in all areas of life.
Life of Faithful Service
Pastor Willie E. Holt is a native of Gulfport, Mississippi. He was baptized and spiritually nurtured at Forrest Heights Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Reverend E. L. Hartwell. On March 15, 1998, he was ordained as a Deacon and served faithfully under both Reverend Hartwell and his successor, Reverend George D. Rouse.
A Calling to Preach
Answering the divine call to preach the Gospel, Pastor Holt delivered his initial sermon on February 20, 2005, at Forrest Heights. Pastor Rouse appointed him to the Youth Ministry, where he served diligently as an Associate Minister. On June 20, 2008, Pastor Holt was ordained and installed as the Pastor of First Missionary Baptist Church in Pass Christian, Mississippi, where he continues to serve with faithfulness and vision.
Education and Ministry Training
Pastor Holt is dedicated to biblical education and the development of ministry. He is a Certified Sunday School Instructor (2011) through the Sunday School Publishing Board in Nashville, TN. His academic credentials include:
- Associate Degree in Religion and Ministry – Andersonville Seminary (2007)
- Bachelor of Arts in Religion and Biblical Counseling – Luther Rice College and Seminary (2018)
- Bachelor of Arts in Religion and Ministry – Luther Rice College and Seminary (2018)
- Master’s degree in religion and ministry – Luther Rice College and Seminary (2020)
- Current Studies – Doctor of Divinity, Luther Rice College and Seminary
Entrepreneurship and Community Involvement
Beyond the pulpit, Pastor Holt is the owner and operator of Sparkle Car Cleaning and Automotive Accessories in Gulfport, MS—a business he has successfully led since 1990. His commitment to excellence and service extends into both his ministry and business endeavors.
Family and Personal Life
Pastor Holt has been happily married to Zenobia Ann Holt since 1990, and together they are the proud parents of three children: Natalie, Nadia, and Justin. He values faith, family, and community and strives to lead by example in all areas of life.
Email:
pastorwillieholt@gmail.com
Mobile:
228-860-6141
pastorwillieholt@gmail.com
Mobile:
228-860-6141
Patricia Hall
youth minister
Minister Patricia Ann Henderson Hall: Native of Alabama but lives in Pass Christian, MS. Minister Hall graduated from Sidney Lanier High School in 1982 and studied Accounting at Trenholm State Community College, both in Montgomery, Alabama. She also studied Fashion Merchandising/Marketing at MGCCC where she met her forever LOVE. She is married to Deacon Anthony Hall (38 years), and they have 3 children, Chalaundra, Anthony, and Jonathan. They have been blessed with 9 grandchildren, TeAisha, Phoenix, Xavier, London, Kaitlyn, Dakota, Cambria, Audrey, and Italy. Minister Hall is a retiree from the Pass Christian School District, and she was also employed with the Rockdale County School System in Conyers, Georgia. She spends her time doing what she likes most, serving the Lord! She was licensed to preach the Gospel in 2012 and became an ordained minister in 2014 under the leadership of Pastor Willie E. Holt where she serves as Youth Minister. Minister Hall labors within several other ministries. Minister Hall's key scripture is Mark 11:24, Therefore I say unto you, what things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.
Email: ministerpatriciahall@gmail.com
Mobile: 228-216-9382
Mobile: 228-216-9382
Zenobia Ann Holt
Minister
Zenobia “Ann” Bryant Holt
Born January 28, 1963, in Gulfport, Mississippi, Zenobia “Ann” Bryant Holt is the beloved fourth child of the late Jessie B. Bryant and Willie Catherine Oatis Bryant.
She is the devoted wife of Willie E. Holt of Gulfport, MS. Their union is blessed with three beautiful children and three children-in-love.
She is affectionately known as “GiGi” to her precious grandchildren, Hannah Camile and Myles Antonie, who are truly “the apples of her eyes.”
Zenobia “Ann” serves as a Minister of the Gospel and Pastor’s Wife alongside her husband, Pastor Willie E. Holt. Rooted in a life of faith, she stands firmly on the Word of God and lives out Luke 4:18, believing wholeheartedly that:
“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He has anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; He has sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised.”
Reflecting on her life, Zenobia embraces the countless blessings—both seen and unseen—that God has poured out upon her. She draws daily strength and joy from the Scriptures:
“I sing because I’m happy, I sing because I’m free; His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me.”
Zenobia lives her life in obedience to the Great Commission of Matthew 28, going into all nations to teach and preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She upholds God’s commandments through the greatest call of all, as written in Matthew 22:37–40:
“You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind… and you shall love your neighbor as yourself.”
To God Be the Glory!
Born January 28, 1963, in Gulfport, Mississippi, Zenobia “Ann” Bryant Holt is the beloved fourth child of the late Jessie B. Bryant and Willie Catherine Oatis Bryant.
She is the devoted wife of Willie E. Holt of Gulfport, MS. Their union is blessed with three beautiful children and three children-in-love.
- Natalie (Maurice) Grace of RoSharon, TX
- Nadia (Lawrence) Campbell of Charlotte, NC
- Justin (Ciera) Holt of Slidell, LA
She is affectionately known as “GiGi” to her precious grandchildren, Hannah Camile and Myles Antonie, who are truly “the apples of her eyes.”
Zenobia “Ann” serves as a Minister of the Gospel and Pastor’s Wife alongside her husband, Pastor Willie E. Holt. Rooted in a life of faith, she stands firmly on the Word of God and lives out Luke 4:18, believing wholeheartedly that:
“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He has anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; He has sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised.”
Reflecting on her life, Zenobia embraces the countless blessings—both seen and unseen—that God has poured out upon her. She draws daily strength and joy from the Scriptures:
- Psalm 107 – “The Goodness of God”
- Psalm 23 – “Living My Best Life”
- Proverbs 1 – “Wisdom”
- Psalm 95 – “The Reason Why I Sing"
“I sing because I’m happy, I sing because I’m free; His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me.”
Zenobia lives her life in obedience to the Great Commission of Matthew 28, going into all nations to teach and preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She upholds God’s commandments through the greatest call of all, as written in Matthew 22:37–40:
“You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind… and you shall love your neighbor as yourself.”
To God Be the Glory!
Email: ministerzenobia.bryant.holt@gmail.com
Mobile: 228-697-4658
Mobile: 228-697-4658
Dana H. Avery
Minister
Minister Dana H. Avery was born in Gulfport, Ms. She is the daughter of the late W.C and Minnie Lee Hollimon. She has 5 siblings .Minister Avery was married to the late Tito Avery, Sr for 17 years. During this union, 3 children were born. She also has 4 God-children., Minister Avery joined First Missionary Baptist Church Pass Christian along with her children in 2017. Pastor Holt licensed Minister Avery in 2019, as a Minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Minister Avery has served on various ministries here at First Missionary. Minister Avery thanks and Praises God for all he has done for her and through her.
Email: Ministerdanahavery@gmail.com
Mobile: 228-297-9071
Mobile: 228-297-9071
Valarie Powell
Minister
Minister Valarie Powell resides in Hancock county Mississippi.Minister Powell joined First missionary Baptist church of Pass Christian, MS in 2015 where she ministers and is part of hospitality ministry.
She is a wife, mother of 4 and grandmother of one.
She has been employed as Respiratory Care Practitioner for 16 years.
Favorite scripture
Ephesians 3:20 Now unto him who is able to do exceedingly and abundantly above all that we can think or ask according to the power that worketh in us
She is a wife, mother of 4 and grandmother of one.
She has been employed as Respiratory Care Practitioner for 16 years.
Favorite scripture
Ephesians 3:20 Now unto him who is able to do exceedingly and abundantly above all that we can think or ask according to the power that worketh in us
Email: ministervalariepowell@gmail.com
Mobile: 228-671-6372
Mobile: 228-671-6372
Marvin L. Chapman
Deacon
Born August 5, 1954 and raised in Gulfport, Ms.
Education:
Attended Gulfport Public School System graduating from Gulfport East High School in 1972. After graduation attended Dillard University on a track scholarship. Received an Associate of Science in Electronic Technology from the Community College of the Air Force. Earned and Received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Management from Wayland Baptist University, Plainview Texas (1989). Received a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from William Carey University Hattiesburg MS (1992).
Career:
Served in the United States Air Force 1973 – 1999 (26 years) Senior Master Sergeant (E-8). After retiring served as Disabled Veteran Outreach Program Coordinator (DVOP) for the Mississippi Department of Employment Security. Served as Equal Rights Manager for the Department of Homeland Security.
Family:
Married to the former Mildred Ann Dedeaux from Pass Christian, MS July 12, 1975. We have two daughters and two granddaughters.
Spiritual Life:
Baptized at Saint James Baptist Church Gulfport, MS 1964 under Reverend Joseph Simpson. Ordained a Deacon at First Missionary Baptist Church, Pass Christian, MS under Pastor Willie Holt, February 2021.
Hobbies:
Watching Sports, traveling, camping, and fishing
Education:
Attended Gulfport Public School System graduating from Gulfport East High School in 1972. After graduation attended Dillard University on a track scholarship. Received an Associate of Science in Electronic Technology from the Community College of the Air Force. Earned and Received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Management from Wayland Baptist University, Plainview Texas (1989). Received a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from William Carey University Hattiesburg MS (1992).
Career:
Served in the United States Air Force 1973 – 1999 (26 years) Senior Master Sergeant (E-8). After retiring served as Disabled Veteran Outreach Program Coordinator (DVOP) for the Mississippi Department of Employment Security. Served as Equal Rights Manager for the Department of Homeland Security.
Family:
Married to the former Mildred Ann Dedeaux from Pass Christian, MS July 12, 1975. We have two daughters and two granddaughters.
Spiritual Life:
Baptized at Saint James Baptist Church Gulfport, MS 1964 under Reverend Joseph Simpson. Ordained a Deacon at First Missionary Baptist Church, Pass Christian, MS under Pastor Willie Holt, February 2021.
Hobbies:
Watching Sports, traveling, camping, and fishing
Email: fmbcpcdeacons@gmail.com
Mobile: 228-209-3085
Mobile: 228-209-3085
Cornell Clinkscales
Deacon
Cornell Clinkscales was born on July 17, 1957, He is from Starr, South Carolina. His hobbies are fishing and listening to gospel music. Deacon Clinkscales graduated from Crescent High School in Iva South Carolina and attended the University of South Carolina at Spartanburg. Cornell joined the United States Air Force in December 1978 and retired in January 1999, 20 years of service. Deacon Clinkscales has had an assortment of jobs thereafter. He is currently employed with AutoZone and has been there for the last 12 years.
Email: fmbcpcdeacons@gmail.com
Mobile: 228-261-5114
Mobile: 228-261-5114
Anthony Hall
Deacon
Anthony is a native of Pass Christian. He has been married to Patricia
Hall for thirty-eight years and they have three children and nine
grandchildren in which he spoils them all. Anthony is a graduate of Pass
Christian High School and a Member of First Missionary Baptist
Church of Pass Christian where he is very active in several ministries.
Anthony Hall was installed as a deacon on April 3, 2022.
Hall for thirty-eight years and they have three children and nine
grandchildren in which he spoils them all. Anthony is a graduate of Pass
Christian High School and a Member of First Missionary Baptist
Church of Pass Christian where he is very active in several ministries.
Anthony Hall was installed as a deacon on April 3, 2022.
Email: ahallalderman@att.net
Mobile: 228-216-9386
Mobile: 228-216-9386