Our Pastor

Pastor Glen Gordon, Sr.

Pastor Glen W. Gordon, Sr. was born and raised in Pewee Valley, KY. He graduated from Oldham County High School in Buckner, KY. After graduation, Pastor Gordon served in the United States Marine Corps from 1977 to 1980 and received an honorable discharge at the end of his tour of duty.

After serving his country, Pastor Gordon returned to his hometown and reunited with his home church, Kenwood Northeast Baptist Church. At Kenwood. There, he continued to serve God, sang in the Brotherhood, participated in outreach ministries, and became a Deacon. Eventually, he acknowledged the call to preach the gospel and was grateful for God’s blessings and the opportunity to lead worship and teach others.

Pastor Gordon went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Theology from Simmons College of Kentucky (formerly Simmons Bible College). Following the guidance of the Holy Spirit, he was called to serve as the Pastor of Zion Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Brandenburg, KY, where he dedicated 12 and a half years of service. Zion Grove was a long-standing member of the General Association of Baptists in Kentucky. Pastor Gordon helped the church become dually aligned by joining The Salem Association, which consisted of 19 other neighboring churches, and The Kentucky Baptist Convention. His love and commitment to the members and community were reflected in his outreach efforts towards the community. Additionally, Pastor Gordon held the positions of vice moderator and moderator of The Mount Calvary District.

After Pastor Gordon completed his pastoral assignment at Zion Grove Missionary Baptist Church, he felt God’s calling to unite with St. James Missionary Baptist Church, where he served as an Associate Minister for five years under the guidance of Pastor Allen Evans, Jr.

Pastor Gordon was involved in various roles at St. James, including the Christian Education Team, Missions Ministry, and Youth Ministry. After Pastor Evans’ retirement, Pastor Gordon was called to be the ninth Pastor of St. James Missionary Baptist Church.

Pastor Gordon is happily married to Robin Elaine Williams. Together, they have been blessed with a wonderful family that includes five sons and one daughter. Their family has also grown with the addition of thirteen grandchildren, who bring immense joy and happiness to their lives. This is a true testament to the blessings of a strong and loving marriage.