Staff

Staff

Rev. Dr. Alex Gallimore, Senior Pastor
Alex was born and raised in Powder Springs, Georgia where he was the fourth generation to grow-up on the land where his parents and grandparents still live. Alex holds a Bachelor of Arts in religious studies from Georgia State University, a Master of Divinity from Wake Forest University, and a Doctor of Ministry from Boston University. His dissertation combined Baptist history, covenantal theology, and the Christian contemplative tradition to create a spiritual formation program that helps churches to build unity in their diversity. In his pastoral ministry, he enjoys preaching, teaching, and the privilege of walking with people in both the congregation and the greater community through the various stages of life and faith. Before coming to Heritage, Alex previously served as chaplain of Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tennessee and senior pastor of Bayshore Baptist Church in Tampa, Florida and Hester Baptist Church in Oxford, North Carolina. Alex and his wife Allison have three sons, Abram, Archie, and Allston, a tuxedo cat named Hester, and a goldendoodle named Moose. He enjoys exploring new places with his family and cheering for the Atlanta Braves.

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Rev. Rusty Gunter, Associate Pastor of Music and Worship
Rusty is a music performance graduate of Kennesaw State University.  He completed a Certificate in Christian Studies in 2017 and holds a Masters of Arts in Theology with an emphasis in Worship Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary.  Rusty is currently working towards his Doctor of Worship Studies from IWS. In addition to his work at HBC, he also works closely with the unsheltered community of Bartow County through the Good Neighbor Homeless Shelter as a Street Outreach Case Manager. Rusty is a gifted conductor, leading our sanctuary choir, handbell choir, worship band, children's choir and youth ensemble.  In his spare time, Rusty enjoys reading, hiking, and backpacking. He is married to Blair and has a daughter, Jillian.

 

Rev. Robyn Rhodes, Associate Pastor of Children, Youth, and Outreach
Robyn has been involved in multiple ministries at Heritage prior to and since joining as a member in 2003. Robyn is a graduate of Berry College where the idea of serving with your head, heart and hands was instilled and cultivated. Since her recent involvement in the children’s ministry, a surge of excitement has been felt within the church. She is focused on creating a hands on environment where children can become well rounded and knowledgeable young Christians. “Ms. Robyn,” as the children call her, strives to have something engaging planned for children of all ages.

 In an effort to practice what she preaches, and staying well rounded, Robyn continues to have many interests in addition to the Children’s Ministry at Heritage Baptist Church. She enjoys all things creative including her work as a freelance graphic designer and photographer. She also serves as a substitute teacher for the Bartow County School System. This has been a source a great joy and amazing way to stay connected to the children in our area.

 Robyn and her husband Jeff live in Taylorsville, GA. They have two amazing children a “collegian,” Cameron and a “teen,” Sydney. Together they enjoy living the country life, taking backpacking trips and trying to squeeze in family time as much as possible.