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Dr. Bill Young
Senior Pastor
Dr. Bill Young became Pastor in January of 2020 after 21 years as the pastor of the First Baptist church of Blackshear, Georgia and several other thriving churches across the Southeast United States. He is a native of Rome, Ga. He was married to Charlotte Morrison (deceased) from Smyrna, GA. They have two daughters Suzanne (David) and Sara (Dave) and six grandsons.
Dr. Young is a graduate of Mercer University in Macon, Ga and The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY. Dr. Young believes in preaching the Bible, ministering to the needs of people, and leading the church to excellence for the Kingdom of God.
James Perry
Music Minister/Senior Adult Minister
James Perry has faithfully served as Music Minister at Sweat Memorial Baptist Church since 1987 and has been blessed to lead the church family in worship through music for many years.
James holds a Bachelor of Music and a Master of Music Education from the University of Georgia. He grew up in a minister’s home, where his father pastored churches across Georgia and his mother served as an accomplished church musician. This early influence shaped his lifelong love for church music and ministry. While still a college student, James began serving in church music and has continued faithfully in that calling throughout his career.
At Sweat Memorial, James’ goal is to see musicians grow in their faith, serve the local church faithfully, and develop their musical talents. He is especially passionate about discipling young musicians and helping them use their gifts in church music. The music ministry includes vocal choirs for all ages, handbell choirs, and an orchestra.
James and his wife, Nancy, have two children and four grandchildren. In his free time, he enjoys sports, reading, many styles of music, cheering for the Georgia Bulldogs, and spending time with family and friends.
James has been married to my wonderful wife Nancy for over 37 years. He has a daughter Sarah Tatum and her husband Brent and their 10-year-old daughter Isabelle in Waycross. Sarah and Brent also have a son Camp who is in heaven now. He also has a son Jim and his wife Ashley who live in Baxley.
Nancy Perry
Children's Coordinator
Nancy Perry has served as Children’s Director at Sweat Memorial Baptist Church since 2003. She feels blessed to work with preschoolers, children, and their families, and it is her sincere desire to share the love of Jesus with every child in the church and community.
At Sweat Memorial, the children’s ministry seeks to provide a safe and loving environment where children can learn about Jesus and develop a personal relationship with Him. Through Bible-centered teaching and discipleship, the goal is to help children grow in their faith and become strong Christian leaders in their families, churches, and communities.
Nancy and her husband, James, have two children, Sarah and Jim, along with their spouses Brent and Ashley. They are also blessed with several grandchildren who bring great joy to their family.
In her free time, Nancy enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, reading, and painting Camp Rocks.
Brett Lee
Youth Ministry
Brett Lee is the Youth Ministry Director at Sweat Memorial Baptist Church, where he is passionate about equipping students to know Jesus personally and confidently share their faith. Brett is joyfully married to his beautiful wife, Hollee, and they are the proud parents of three amazing kids: Bethany, Hazel, and Luke.
Guided by Romans 10:14 (NKJV), Brett’s heart is to help cultivate a thriving, Christ-centered youth ministry that lifts up the next generation of disciples at Sweat Memorial Baptist Church.
