Our Pastor & Staff

Terry L. Kirby began his ministry as lead pastor at First Baptist Pigeon Forge on January 1st, 2022. Pastor Terry has served for over twenty-five years as senior pastor and holds a doctorate in Expository Preaching from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the creator and Editor of the I AM Bible and the author of The Liberty Keys: God's Instructions for Keeping America Free. His passion is to boldly communicate the Word of God for the transformation of lives that leads God's disciples to obedience and abundant life and to encourage each Christ follower to spend time in daily Bible reading and prayer.

Pastor Terry is married to Jeana, a Registered Nurse turned Knox Country School supervisor. They have two grown daughters and one grandson. Pastor Terry's hobbies include spending time with family, reading, and working on a writing project.

Choir Director

Worship Leader

Ministry Assistant / Receptionist

Security Team Lead & Part-Time Maintenance Crew

Are you looking for a place to serve God? A church in one of the most visited cities in the United States needs a Family Pastor. Are you an ordained Southern Baptist minister looking to serve alongside a seasoned Senior pastor? Can you build relationships and make disciples with young families and children in a small community with a diverse population?
If so, please send your resume to office@fbcpf.org. or First Baptist Church P.O. Box 98 Pigeon Forge, TN 37868.

Are you interested in working with small children in a church setting? Can you dedicate three hours each Sunday morning to caring for our littlest worshippers? First Baptist Church Pigeon Forge is seeking a part-time nursery worker on Sundays (other opportunities for work are possible). Candidates must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and have a current CPR certificate. A background check will be required. If interested, please email office@fbcpf.org or call the church office at (865) 453-4647 during business hours.