Pastor

 

Dr. Paul Smith has been our Pastor since 2003. In addition, he is a Hebrew and Old Testament Professor at Gateway Seminary – Arizona Campus.

 

He has been married to Jerri for over 30 years and they have four grown children, and nine grandchildren. They enjoy hiking, biking, and playing board games together.

 

Bro. Paul is originally from Arkansas. He earned his M.Div. and Ph.D from New Orleans Baptist Seminary. He is a NASCAR enthusiast, plays the bass guitar in the church band, and is an avid mountain biker. As a long-time black belt, Bro. Paul enjoys training in Taekwondo and Hapkido.