Pillar Church is led by Elders. Elders (or pastors) are biblically qualified men who oversee the local church, particularly through teaching God’s Word, praying and caring for our members, and training Christians to do the work of ministry. Below are the men our congregation has recognized as elders.
1 Timothy 3:1-13, Titus 1:5-9, 1 Peter 5:1-5
Johnathon Baggett
Johnathon Baggett and his wife Lindsay were born and raised in Fayetteville, North Carolina. While pastoring near Fayetteville in 2018, God called Johnathon to plant a church in a military community. To answer and prepare for this call, the Baggetts partnered with the Praetorian Project, and Johnathon completed a residency at Pillar Church of Woodlawn, Virginia. Afterwards, they moved back to Fayetteville to plant Pillar Church in his hometown! Johnathon is passionate about ministering to the military, discipling families through the challenges of life, and equipping the church to fulfill the Great Commission to bring the Gospel to all nations.
John Tolleson
John and Maggie were one of the 7 families that helped to plant Pillar Church of Topsail, North Carolina in 2020. John has been a part of Praetorian Project churches since 2017, and is thrilled to continue the mission in Fayetteville! John spent five years active duty in the Marine Corps., and now enjoys serving as a reservist. He has a deep love for leading others to worship God, for biblical theology, and for preaching and teaching. He and his wife Maggie have been married for seven years. They have four young children, and are both passionate about biblical parenting.
Joel DuBois
Joel was privileged to be raised by godly parents who faithfully discipled him and led him to Christ at a young age. Although he’s lived in nine states (AZ, NM, MO, SC, CO, TX, VA, MD, and NC) he calls the Southwest home because of family and good Mexican food. Joel met his wife, Jeanine, when they were counselors together at a Christian camp in Colorado. They have four grown children. Joel is finishing up a career as an active-duty Army officer, and is grateful to serve as an elder at Pillar Church of Fayetteville. He enjoys live music, CrossFit, and travelling with his family.
Pillar Church is served by Deacons.
1 Timothy 3:8-13
Ethan and Morgan Wood
Ethan and Morgan Wood are from Northern Maryland and have been stationed at Ft Bragg, NC for 5 years. They joined Pillar Church of Fayetteville’s core team in January 2025 prior to the church’s launch and were voted in as deacons in April 2026. Currently, they serve in hospitality, children’s ministry, and worship. Ethan is pursuing a Masters in Theological Studies from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. They have two young daughters and delight in serving the church as they strive to honor Christ.