We Are Here For You
Whether you are a First Baptist Church Member or a visitor, our staff is here to answer your questions, provide guidance or rejoice in the grace of the Lord with you.
Each of our staff members will share their brotherly love and Christian desire to do God's work with you.
Dr. Tony Cherry - Senior Pastor
Bro. Tony came to be the Senior Pastor of the First Baptist Church during the week of Christmas 2015. All of his ministry has been in churches in Arkansas and Missouri. His ministerial passions are preaching, teaching and Vacation Bible School. He is an avid hunter and fisherman and loves to study the American Civil War.
He and his wife, Penne, have been married 42 years and have 2 adult children who also reside in Arkansas. Penne is a pastor's kid (PK) who has been in ministry most of her life. She has been blessed with a passion for service and a beautiful voice.
Favorite verse: 2 Corinthians 4:5 "For we are not proclaiming ourselves but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves your slaves because of Jesus."
- Youth Pastor
Beverly McKinney - Ministry Assistant & Church Clerk
Beverly has been employed at First Baptist Church since January 1, 1992. A native of Paragould and a graduate of Paragould High School. Beverly married Mike McKinney in 1977.
Beverly and Mike have two children, Heather Ellis and Ryan McKinney, as well as two grandchildren, Landen McKinney and Tagan Ellis.
Beverly enjoys being outdoors, attending sporting events and fishing. She also loves cooking and helping others.
Favorite Verse
I can do all thing through him that strengthen me. Philippians 4:13