
Matt McAlister, Th.M.
LEAD PASTORAssociate Degree in Religious/Church Ministries
Fruitland Bible InstituteB.A. Christian Studies
North Greenville UniversityM.T.S Cross-Cultural Missions
M.A.C.E. Biblical Counseling
M.Div. Preaching
Th.M. Missions
D.Min. 21st Ministry (In Progress)
Clamp Divinity SchoolAnderson University
Meet the Pastor
My family of seven is from the upstate of South Carolina. We love college football, going to the mountains, spending quality time at Hilton Head Island nearby, and being with our family at Maye River Baptist!
After 15 years of ministry experience, we sensed the Lord calling us to Maye River Baptist Church in 2021. I am humbled and honored to serve at a church established in 1777. The leadership here loves the Lord and is ready to move in the direction God would have for us. His will be done.
We have felt a part of this family since day one. It is almost impossible to come into Maye River Baptist and leave without a hug, handshake, or a beach going hello! When you come here, you will feel at home.
Staff and Leadership

Matt Young
Music Director
Coming soon!
Youth Ministry Director

Rick Gumpenburger
Chairman of the Deacons
Kate Leighton
Children's Ministry Director
Jerry Whittle
Men's Ministry Leader
Coming soon!
Social Media Director
Susan Lassiter
Hospitality Director

Sharon Walters
Ministry Assistant

Armand Demille
Audio-Visual Director

Shirley Freeman
WMU and Outreach Director