Leadership
Rev. Jeff Allen
Senior Minister
Jeff Allen is thankful to serve alongside the staff and members of First Baptist Mount Holly. Jeff has been married to his beautiful wife Jennifer since 1996. They have two children- Matthew and Hannah. Jeff has served the local church in full-time vocational ministry since 1995. He graduated from Campbell University with a B.A. in Religion and Christian Ministries in 1995 and a Master of Divinity degree in 2002. Jeff and his family enjoy watching sports (all things Wolfpack, Panthers, Hurricanes, Hornets, & Camels!), technology, music, and taking vacations together.
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Fixing things around the house is not one of Jeff’s gifts even though he tries his best. He endures camping trips for the good of his family and often amuses them with his views on camping. He is thankful for family, friends, and his calling. God has been good to him through it all. Jeff looks forward to serving alongside God’s people in the years to come.
Rev. Tori Freeman
Minister of youth and children
Hi!
I’m Tori!
I have had the privilege of calling Mount Holly my home for my entire life. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, with a minor in Religious Studies, from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Additionally, I hold a Master of Divinity in Youth and Family Ministry from Liberty University.
With over eleven years of experience in both children’s and youth ministry, I am passionate about nurturing the spiritual growth and development of young people and their families.
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I am married to the love of my life, Cole Freeman. We have a precious four year old son, Gray, who has taught us the meaning of unconditional love and the importance of time together.
I help build the foundation of faith in youth and children. I enjoy spending time with my family, the occasional nap, and playing games.
I have a passion for bridging my previous experience as a classroom teacher with ministry. I love seeing children grow in their faith and taking the next steps as followers of Christ.
I wholeheartedly believe in teaching our children to embody 1st Timothy 4:12, to set an example for all believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.
Cole Freeman
youth music associate
I am Cole Freeman, a graduate of UNC Greensboro with a Bachelor’s degree in music education. I am the Orchestra Director at Myers Park and Butler High Schools. I regularly performs with local symphonies and the Linden String Quartet which I helped to form.
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I hold a black belt and multiple national championships in Judo. I enjoy running long distances and have finished several marathons. I qualified for the Boston Marathon in 2019, 2021, and 2024 with intentions to run it in 2026. My favorite thing to do is spend time at home with my true loves, my wife Tori, and son Gray.