Meet The Staff

David Crowe

Senior Pastor

David Crowe came on staff at South Orlando in April of 2014. He has a Master’s of Divinity in Missions and a Doctorate of Ministry in Expository Preaching – both from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Dave has served churches in Nevada, Kentucky, and Florida since March of 2000. Dave has also taught evangelism, … Read More

Michael Adams

Associate & Youth Pastor

Michael joined South Orlando Baptist Church staff in November of 2021. He studied at Columbia International University, Boyce College, and Luther Rice Seminary. Michael has served on staff of Student Campus Ministries and in Churches in Florida, South Carolina, Kentucky, Colorado, and California before coming to South Orlando … Read More

James White

Worship Director

J. Mark Anthony White, known as J, was born and raised in Orlando, joined the SOBC team in May 2024. He has served at churches in Texas, Virginia and Ohio that has shaped him into a multicultural leader and multigenerational musician. J is passionate about coaching and equipping others for the work of ministry. Recently, he has … Read More

Allison Hopson

Children's Director

Allison joined South Orlando Baptist Church staff in March of 2024. She studied Family Ministry at Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA. She has served on staff at churches in Virginia, Texas, Tennessee, and now Florida. Allison met her husband, Troy, in 2017 and they got married in May of 2021. Allison is excited to be in … Read More