Tim Parrish, Minister of Music

Tim Parrish - Minister of Music

Residence: Bartlett

Birthday: November 14th

Originally from: Memphis, Tennessee

Education Background: B.M. (Vocal Performance Major) from University of Memphis ▪ M.A.T. from University of Memphis ▪ 45+ Post-Graduate Hours from Cumberland University

Ministry Background: PT Minister of Music at Liberty Memorial Baptist Church from 1993-1996 ▪ PT Minister of Music at Merton Avenue Baptist Church from 1996-1998 ▪ Interim Minister of Music at Ridgeway Baptist Church from 1998-1999 ▪ Interim Minister of Music at Trafalgar Village Baptist Church from 1999-2001 ▪ Supply Worship Leader at Faith Baptist Church of Bartlett from 2001-2003 ▪ Interim Minister of Music at Highland Heights Baptist Church in 2004 ▪ Supply Minister of Music at Berclair Baptist Church from 2004-2005 ▪ Supply Worship Leader at First Baptist Church of Lakeland from 2003-2006 ▪ PT Minister of Music at Providence Baptist Church from 2006-present

My Family: My wife, Debbie; our children: Samuel, Patti Ann, Elizabeth, and Hannah

My Role at PBC: I have been called to plan the worship services, prepare the choir, and to lead the congregation in worship.

Personal Story: I was saved at the age of twelve at St. Stephens United Methodist Church. God has given me a life-long passion for music. It has been my privilege to serve God through music for several years.

Spiritual Gifts: Teaching and Administration

I have been on the Ministry Staff of PBC since: August 2006

Most fulfilling part of my job: Helping people find the joy in singing praises to God

Places of service available in my ministry: The choir loft is always open to all who have the desire to sing praises to God.

Favorite books of the Bible: Old Testament: Job; New Testament: 1 Peter

Recent books I've enjoyed: The Valley of Vision and Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters

My hobbies: Alpine mountaineering and tennis

The best way to pray for me: Ongoing wisdom and discernment as I lead my family • Ask God to grow the Music Ministry at PBC of Bartlett

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight."
...Proverbs 3.5-6