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Rev. Joy Martinez-Marshall serves as the pastor of First Baptist Church of Lincoln, NE. Since January of 2023, Joy temporarily filled the role of Associate Executive Minister to Ministry Development while the search for a new executive minister developed. She assisted region and camp staff in developing new ministries like the Colossians 3 Communities, staying in contact with pastors and churches, helping at MMCCC summer camp; all in addition to her regular duties as Pastor of FBC Lincoln. She has done such a wonderful job the region has officially extended an invitation for her to serve as Associate Region Minister with the blessing of FBC Lincoln. Joy will remain the full time pastor of FBC Lincoln and continue to serve part time with the region in an ongoing capacity utilizing her unique set of talents and gifts to strengthen ABC NE mission and ministry. Joy grew up in The Colony, TX. Now, she calls Nebraska home after moving from Waco, TX where she served as a Student Life Minister. She holds a B.A. in Religion from Baylor University and a M.Div. from George W. Truett Theological Seminary. FBC Lincoln shares in ministry with 2 other ABC NE congregations (Lincoln Karen Baptist Church and Livingstone Christian Church) that call 1340 K Street their home. Joy serves as the Vice President of the Faith Coalition of Lancaster County and on the Board of Directors of Baptist Women In Ministry. She is committed to helping the local church partner with what God is already doing in the neighborhood while encouraging creative ministry. Joy loves to cook and knows the value of the perfect game day snack. She and her husband, Austin, are avid sports fans and readers. |