Russell Dean was called as Associational Mission Strategist (DOM) at the Tuskegee Lee Baptist Association annual meeting on October 20 2024. Russell graduated from Auburn University, earned a master's degree from University of South Alabama and a master's degree from New Orleans Seminary. He served as pastor of several churches before becoming general manager of Faith Broadcasting where he served for 18 years. He and his wife, Amy, have 3 grown children and seven grandchildren.
Jean Ivey has served as Ministry Assistant since January 2013. Jean also serves as the Clerk & Treasurer of the association.
She is married to retired pastor, Wayne Ivey. They have two adult children. Jean previously served Judson Baptist Association and Russell Baptist Association.
Moderator
Rev. Jordan Hoge
Jordan Hoge is the pastor of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.
Pastor Jordan began his pastorate at Pleasant Grove in August of 2021.
Jordan received his Master of Theological Studies (MTS) focused in Preaching and Pastoral Ministry from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2021, and a Bachelor of Science focused in Family Studies from the University of North Alabama in 2016.
Currently, Jordan is pursuing training for certification as a Biblical Counselor through the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC).
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Vice-Moderator
Rev. Jacob Burdette
Jacob is pastor of Union Grove Baptist Church. He previously served as Youth Director of Central Baptist Church where he also served as Interim Pastor.
Finance Chairman
Dr. Rusty Sowell
Rusty is the pastor of Providence Baptist Church.
