About
Dr. Jeremy Holley has served as Lead Pastor of Immanuel Baptist Church in Pace, Florida since April 2020. Since coming to IBC, Jeremy has helped lead the church through a season of revitalization, growth, and renewed vision centered on reaching people with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Jeremy is passionate about building a healthy church culture rooted in biblical preaching, authentic community, discipleship, and radical service. Under his leadership, IBC has experienced significant growth in worship attendance, baptisms, discipleship engagement, missions involvement, and community outreach while continuing to develop a clear mission, vision, and identity focused on reaching the next generation without compromising biblical truth.
Originally from central Arkansas, Jeremy met his wife Lauren while beginning his ministry journey. They were married in 2007 and have faithfully served together in ministry ever since. Together they have three children: Annabella, Jonah, and Lorelai.
Jeremy earned his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, his Master of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with an emphasis in Expository Preaching, and his Doctor of Ministry from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary with a double emphasis in Strategic Leadership and Pastoral Ministry.
In addition to serving at IBC, Jeremy serves in leadership and coaching roles through the Santa Rosa Baptist Association and regularly preaches at revivals, conferences, camps, and leadership events. He is passionate about encouraging pastors, equipping church leaders, and helping churches effectively engage their communities with the Gospel.
Jeremy’s preaching style combines biblical depth, practical application, humor, and Gospel invitation. His heart is reflected in the mission that drives IBC:
“To reach as many people as we can with the Gospel of Christ for His glory alone.”
Jeremy and Lauren count it a privilege to serve the people of Immanuel Baptist Church and are thankful for every opportunity God gives them to invest in people, strengthen families, and point others to Jesus.
