CLINTON FIRST PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH
LEADERSHIP & STAFF
We have a passion for people, our city and our world. Our culture and leadership are characterized by worship, the love of God, and a genuine call to ministry. These core values have been shaped by our rich history of great co-workers and energy; always pressing forward in our call to love God and love others.
Rev. Mark & Janet Entrekin
Pastor Mark and Janet Entrekin …have served as the Senior Pastors at Clinton First PH Church since 2018. Their greatest desire is to see people saved, grow spiritually, and seek the fullness of the Holy Spirit and the gifts God has for them so they can find their place, plan and purpose God has for them. Their message is one of hope, love, and strength found in God’s word and their passion in ministry is to see lives saved and changed, families restored, and the body of Christ flourish in the work of God’s Kingdom.
Mark graduated from Clinton High School, Piedmont Technical College, and Limestone College. He received his ordination credentials in 2000. and has served Clinton First in multiple capacities since the age of 18. He served as Associate Pastor and Minister of Music from 2000 – 2017.
Janet, a 1980 graduate of Laurens High School, assisted in the GEMS program and other youth ministries before establishing the Children’s Church Ministry and serving as the Director for 28 years.
Pastor Mark and Janet have two daughters and enjoy spending time with their family and sports. They enjoy attending events where the young church members are involved.
Rev. Scott & Lynn Tumblin
Associate & Youth Pastor
Rev. Scott and Lynn Tumblin are quickly building their ministry upon their love for God and their desire to spread the love of Jesus Christ to everyone they meet. They presently serve as our Associate Pastors and Ministers of Youth. Pastor Scott is also our church Discipleship Ministry Director and directs our Illumin8 Youth Group. Their desire is to instill the Word of God as a foundation in every young person and convey God’s love so our youth will allow God to guide them down their path to success!!!
Pastor Scott graduated from Ware Shoals High School and received His Ordination License through Sprit Life Ministries. He enjoys spending time with his family and with the youth of the church. He also loves college football and spending time outdoors. Lynn is a 1998 graduate of Clinton High School and also graduated from Piedmont Technical College in 1999 as a licensed practical nurse.
Psa. 40:5 - Many, O Jehovah my God, are the wonderful works which thou hast done, And thy thoughts which are to us-ward; they cannot be set in order unto thee; If I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be numbered.
Rev. Sherrill & Gail Green
Pastor Emeritus
Are well known throughout the Upper South Carolina Conference and the Spirit Life Ministries community. They have faithfully served the conference for 46 years in various positions and have built their legacy upon their love for others and their desire to fulfill God’s calling on their lives. Pastor Sherrill and Gail continue to spread the message of salvation, hope, and love to all whom come in contact with them. Their desire is to continue to build the kingdom until Christ comes again.
Pastor Sherrill was ordained as a minister by the Upper South Carolina Conference in 1977 and graduated from Holmes Bible College in 1978 with a BS degree in Bible Literature. During his ministry he has served as the USSC Christian Education Director (4 years) and as Assistant Superintendent (2 years). Pastor Sherrill and Mrs. Gail have also served as Senior Pastors at 6 different churches spanning over 40 years, including Clinton First from 1997-2014 until his retirement. He has served under 6 different USSC Bishops while mentoring 21 ministers.
Paige Smith
Worship Leader
Paige Smith has served as the Worship Leader at Clinton First PH Church since 2018. She is passionate about leading and seeing people worship in music and prayer. Growing up in music, she strives to curate worship experiences that are both uplifting and meaningful, guiding our congregation in expressing their faith authentically.
Paige graduated from Laurens High School in 2012. She also graduated from Lander University in 2016 where she received her Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Healthcare Management.
Missy Lewis
Church Administrative Assistant - cfphcsec@yahoo.com
Missy Lewis has been a member of CFPHC since 2005 and has served as Administrator Assistant since 2013. She has held many other positions including Deaconess, Girl's Ministry Teacher, Women's Ministry Board Member, Children's Church Teacher and "GO TO" for everything "artsy".
Her's is the friendly voice you hear when you call the church!
Lorraine Heaton
Church Administrative Assistant - cfphcsec@yahoo.com
Lorraine has been a member of CFPHC since 1966 and has held numerous leadership positions throughout the years including Drama Director for 25 years. She served as Women's Ministry Director, Girl's Ministry Director, Puppet Ministry Director, and Sunday School Teacher.
Lorraine is a graduate of Clinton High School and University of South Carolina.