Robert "Caroll" Anthony
Anderson,SC
Summary
Dynamic Senior Pastor with 24 years at Philadelphia Baptist Church, driving community engagement and spiritual growth. Expert in biblical preaching and member engagement, leading over 200 members on mission trips. Proven track record in expanding church capacity and enhancing programs through strategic leadership and community involvement.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pastor
Philadelphia Baptist Church
05.2001 - 05.2025
- Lead a 250-year-old church for 24 years, overseeing land purchase, construction of a multipurpose building, and achieving top-tier Cooperative Program giving.
- Led 15+ mission trips domestically and internationally, engaging over 200 church members.
- Provided community support as a Fire Department Chaplain, serving as a Guardian ad Litem, and serving on the Union County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council
- Moderator for Union Baptist Association, and a Board of Directors member for the North Carolina Baptist Convention.
Senior Pastor
Pine Grove Baptist Church
11.1992 - 05.2001
- Led Pine Grove Baptist Church for 8+ years, fostering community engagement and spiritual growth.
- Led this congregation to take their first international mission trips to South Africa and Honduras.
- Expanded church capacity by hiring the first full-time staff member to enhance community programs.
Associate Pastor
Stewartsville Baptist Church
05.1990 - 11.1992
- Coordinated church outreach programs while supporting the Senior Pastor in pastoral duties
Education
Biblical Studies Diploma - Biblical Studies
Southern Seminary
Louisville, KY04-1998
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC05-1980
Skills
- Spiritual Leadership
- Social Media Presence
- Member Engagement
- Biblical Preaching
- Community Involvement
- Pastoral Experience
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Timeline
Senior Pastor
Philadelphia Baptist Church
05.2001 - 05.2025
Senior Pastor
Pine Grove Baptist Church
11.1992 - 05.2001
Associate Pastor
Stewartsville Baptist Church
05.1990 - 11.1992
Biblical Studies Diploma - Biblical Studies
Southern Seminary
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Carolina University