Pastor Rod Hubbard is a passionate preacher, visionary leader, pastor, and servant of Jesus Christ whose ministry is marked by biblical preaching, compassionate shepherding, and transformational leadership. With a heart for people and an unwavering commitment to the authority of Scripture, Pastor Hubbard is dedicated to helping individuals grow in their relationship with Christ while leading churches toward spiritual renewal, discipleship, and Kingdom impact.
Pastor Hubbard currently serves as the Senior Pastor of Oak Grove Baptist Church in Harrisburg, North Carolina, where he is leading one of the region's historic congregations into a new season of growth, unity, and ministry excellence. His vision emphasizes Christ-centered preaching, intentional discipleship, authentic worship, servant leadership, and meaningful community engagement. His desire is to see lives transformed, families strengthened, leaders developed, and the Kingdom of God advanced through the local church.
Prior to accepting God's call to Oak Grove, Pastor Hubbard faithfully served as Senior Pastor of Big Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Americus, Georgia, and Greater Cedar Spring Baptist Church in Albany, Georgia. During his years of pastoral leadership, God used him to guide congregations through seasons of revitalization, strengthen worship and discipleship ministries, expand digital outreach, develop ministry leaders, improve organizational systems, and complete significant ministry initiatives with excellence and financial integrity.
A firm believer that healthy churches are built by healthy leaders, Pastor Hubbard is deeply committed to mentoring ministers, equipping deacons and ministry leaders, and cultivating a culture of servant leadership. His leadership philosophy is grounded in biblical integrity, strategic vision, collaboration, and genuine care for God's people.
Before entering full-time pastoral ministry, Pastor Hubbard served as an Assistant Principal with the Dougherty County School System in Albany, Georgia. His background in educational leadership sharpened his abilities in organizational management, strategic planning, team development, conflict resolution, and cultivating healthy organizational cultures. These experiences continue to enrich his pastoral leadership and administrative oversight within the local church.
Pastor Hubbard earned a Bachelor of Arts in Special Education from Albany State University and both a Master of Education and an Education Specialist degree in Educational Leadership. He was licensed to preach the Gospel in 2008 and ordained in 2012. His ministry is anchored in faithful exposition of God's Word, Spirit-led leadership, intentional discipleship, and a steadfast commitment to glorifying Christ in every aspect of ministry.
Whether preaching from the pulpit, shepherding God's people, mentoring emerging leaders, or serving the broader community, Pastor Hubbard's passion remains constant: to faithfully proclaim the Gospel, equip believers for the work of ministry, and build churches that make an eternal impact for the glory of God.
Pastor Hubbard is joyfully married to his wife, Dr. Dereca Hubbard, and together they are the proud parents of Brayden, Christian, and Baileigh.
