OUR STAFF

Mike McMinn

SENIOR PASTOR

Pastor Mike has served in vocational ministry for over 16 years. He came to serve as senior pastor of First Baptist in February 2025. He and his wife Martha have two grown children, and one son-in-law.

Dr. Paul Pinson

Pastor of Music, Senior Adults, & Education

Pastor Paul has served First Baptist Iva for over 30 years. In that time, he has impacted our church and our community with the gospel of Jesus in ways that cannot be measured. Paul earned his Master of Divinity and Doctorate at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Paul & his wife, Mia have been married for over 35 years, and they have two sons and 4 grandchildren.

Emily Beggs

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Emily joined the fellowship of First Baptist in the summer of 2022 with a heart for ministry. She began serving on staff in January of 2026.