Staff
Eric Hodge / Pastor

Pastor Eric Hodge has been leading our church for the past three years. Originally from Louisiana, Pastor Eric has spent over 36 years serving in ministry and helping people grow in their faith. He graduated from Northeast Louisiana University in 1986 and later earned his Master of Divinity degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in 1990.
Before becoming a pastor, Pastor Eric worked with students for 12 years, encouraging and mentoring young people. Over the years, he has served churches in Alabama, Louisiana, Arkansas, and now Texas.
Pastor Eric and his wife, Regina, have been married for 33 years. They have a son, Thomas, a daughter-in-law, Hanah, and two grandchildren, Meredith and Tate.
Pastor Eric is passionate about sharing God’s Word with everyone and helping people grow through worship, community, and learning more about their faith.
Jay Carnes / Worship Leader

Regina Hodge / Children's Minister

Regina Hodge serves as our Children’s Minister. Originally from North Carolina, she graduated from Mars Hill College and later earned her Master of Religious Education degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Regina has spent nearly 40 years helping children learn about God and grow in their faith.
Along with serving in ministry, Regina has also worked as a preschool teacher for more than 30 years. She currently teaches preschool students in the Pawnee School District in Galveston.
Regina and Pastor Eric have been married for 33 years. They have a son, Thomas, a daughter-in-law, Hanah, and two grandchildren, Meredith Grace and Tate Samuel.
Regina loves serving God through the church and has a passion for helping children grow with kindness, faith, and the love of Jesus.
Debbie Rice / Administrative Assistant

Debbie Rice has been serving as our Administrative Assistant since November 2019. Before that, she helped out in volunteer and interim roles during 2018 and 2019, always stepping in where needed.
Debbie and her husband, Randall, have been married for 31 years and live in Dickinson. They are active members of Nassau Bay Baptist Church in the NASA area, where they enjoy being part of the church orchestra and the Bells of Joy Handbell Ensemble.
Debbie graduated from Lamar University in Beaumont with a BBA in Office Administration. In the church office, she helps with many different tasks—especially keeping communication going through email and updates.
One of her favorite Bible passages is Ephesians 3:17–20, which speaks about God’s incredible love and His power to do more than we could ever imagine.
Praise Team

Front row, L-R, Unsil Keiser - vocals, Nancy Seinsheimer - vocals, Josanne Smathers - Keyboards and vocals, Judy Brazelton - Organist and keyboards, Elizabeth Carnes - vocals, Tammy Emerson - vocals.
Second row, L-R, Craig Walker - vocals and acoustic guitar, Jay Carnes - worship leader, Bobby Simmons - Tech team, Tony Sassi - Bass guitar, Dr Phil Keiser - acoustic guitar and vocals, Taylor Aiken - Streaming technician, Blaine Sholmire - Guitar/Bass/Drums,
Third row, L-R, Nathan Gatch - Accordion/Electric Organ, Matt Raines - Keyboards/Vocals, JEB Adame - Sound Technician, Chris Simmons - Tech team
