Ministry Theme: A New Journey
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." -Jeremiah 29:11
Vision: I Am Committed
I Am Committed in my Faith, Family, Finances, and Future
"Commit your way to the Lord;
trust in him, and he will act." -Psalm 37:5
Leadership Team
Our leadership team recognizes the authority of God, and realizes that we are shepherds who serve under the Chief Shepherd, Jesus Christ. We desire to devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the Word. Our passion and goal is to equip the believers for the work of the ministry until we all attain maturity in the fullness of Christ.

Pastor Robbie Baxley
Senior Pastor
Robbie is a lifelong native of Mullins. He has been a Deacon, Sunday School teacher, and in numerous ministry leadership positions here at MFBC for many years.
Robbie was in the medical field as a Director of Radiology for over 22 years before God called him into full time ministry. After being licensed, he later became the Senior Pastor on March 3, 2019, and ordained as a minister.
He and his wife Caroline have one daughter, Katelyn.
Robbie was in the medical field as a Director of Radiology for over 22 years before God called him into full time ministry. After being licensed, he later became the Senior Pastor on March 3, 2019, and ordained as a minister.
He and his wife Caroline have one daughter, Katelyn.

Pastor Rich Smith
Associate Pastor/Discipleship and Special Projects
Rich has been a youth pastor for 20 years in local churches in Kentucky and Tennessee before starting at Mullins First Baptist in 2015. He led the MFBC youth ministry for nearly 10 years before making the shift to whole-church discipleship. Now he is dedicated to seeing all generations in the church come together to worship and serve as maturing disciples who will make more disciples.
He and his wife Shayla have four children, Nick (waiting in heaven), Drew, Madi and Laci.
He and his wife Shayla have four children, Nick (waiting in heaven), Drew, Madi and Laci.

Sandy Stiles
Minister of Worship & Senior Adult Coordinator
Sandy Stiles began her ministry at First Baptist Church in November, 2009, but has been in the ministry for over 30 years. Before coming to First Baptist church, she served several churches in North Carolina. She has a passion for worship and enjoys leading others in worship. Sandy and her husband Jeff have a son, Christopher.

Gwen Poffenberger
Children's Minister & Family Life Coordinator
Gwen is a passionate and dedicated Children's Ministry Coordinator with over 20 years of experience working with children and youth. With a heart for nurturing young minds, Gwen has been a guiding light in creating engaging and interactive programs that help children develop a strong foundation in their faith with Jesus Christ. Her commitment to serve has positively impacted the lives of countless families and continues to be a source of inspiration for all.

Kansas Harrelson
Ministry Assistant & Nursery Coordinator
Kansas has been a member of Mullins First Baptist Church since 2014. In April 2021, Kansas began duties as the Ministry Assistant and Nursery Coordinator. She has lived in Mullins most of her life with her husband Davis, and sons Lee and Ty. Those sons have gotten married and Kansas enjoys spending quality time with her grandbabies.


