Pastor Jeremiah Gabbard

Senior Pastor at Hope Baptist Church

In August of 2022, Pastor Jeremiah Gabbard became our Senior Pastor here at Hope Baptist Church in Dillsboro, IN. Previous to 2022, Jeremiah has served in pastoral ministries for 13 years, and has served as Associate Pastor at Hope Baptist since 2010. He and his wife, Allison, have enjoyed 22 years of marriage and ministry together, and have enjoyed raising six children—Leah (16), Esther (14), Sarah (11), Amos (9), and Lydia (6) and Caleb (2).

The Gabbard’s are passionate about introducing lost hearts to Jesus Christ and discipling new believers in a healthy church.

Evangelist Phil Gabbard

Staff Evangelist / Assistant Pastor at Hope Baptist Church

Dr. Phil R. Gabbard is an evangelist and assistant pastor at Hope Baptist Church. He was saved at the age of 12 and answered the call to preach in 1975. Dr. Gabbard was credited for three years of Bible classes and awarded a Master’s degree for his life’s work, followed by the opportunity to earn a Doctorate in Theology at Liberty Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary in Romulus, Michigan, which he completed in the year 2000. With a ministry spanning 50 years, Dr. Gabbard has faithfully served the Lord, sharing the gospel and encouraging believers across the world. His passion for preaching and commitment to studying God’s Word continue to inspire and bless all those he ministers to.

Pastor Tom Holt

Pastor Emeritus at Hope Baptist Church

Pastor Tom Holt resigned from being our Senior Pastor in August of 2022. Pastor Tom Holt began preaching at Hope Baptist Church in Dillsboro, Indiana on September 19, 1999 and accepted the pastor's office on January 30, 2000. He resigned his position as Chief of Police in Milan Indiana in June of 2006 to devote himself to full-time ministry at Hope Baptist Church.