Meet the Pastor

Pastor David and his wife, Denise, started Eagle's Landing Church in June of 2000.  David and Denise both have roots in Arkansas and have been in Florida since 1995.  They have been married for 35 years.  Together they have four children, David Jr., Brian, Ross and Allison.  All of their children have had active roles in the ministries of the church. 

David received the Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work Counseling from Arkansas State University.  He also received the Masters of Religious Education degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.  His degree focused on reaching and training adults for ministry in the local church.  His secondary emphasis was on preaching and Biblical studies.  David has a strong background in the area of spiritual gifts and helping adults and students learn to implement their gifts in the Body of Christ.  He has a genuine love for the local church.  David was called to the ministry at the age of 12.  Under his leadership, Eagle's Landing has baptized 217 new believers since the church began.  

Pastor David's interests and hobbies include playing the guitar, golf and reading.  Recently David served as the Moderator  for the SunCoast Baptist Association, serving over 80 churches in our area.