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Hello! My name is Hardin Crowder, and I have been joyfully serving as Pastor of Dover Baptist Church in Manakin-Sabot, Virginia, since October 2022. Before taking on this pastorate, I spent ten wonderful years at Highland Baptist Church in Mississippi, first as Student Minister and later as Family and Discipleship Pastor. Through my preaching and teaching, I aim to share the Good News of Christ and to equip the saints for the work of ministry.

I received my theological education and ministerial training at Mississippi Christian University (formerly Mississippi College) and New Orleans Theological Seminary.

If you would like to contact me you can email me: pastorcrowder@doverbc.org!

My Brief Testimony

Growing up in a loving Christian home, faith was part of my everyday life. At seven, I made the life-changing decision to trust Jesus as my Savior and Lord. I professed my faith that Jesus Christ, fully God and fully man, came to earth to offer salvation by dying for our sins, rising from the dead, and inviting each of us to trust in Him personally as our Savior for forgiveness, eternal life, and a restored relationship with God. I was then baptized at Broadmoor Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi (now relocated in Madison, Mississippi) My faith journey deepened during college when I felt called to ministry while sharing the gospel on a spring break mission trip. That calling brought me to Highland Baptist Church in Vicksburg Mississippi, where I had my first experiences with career ministry work. While in Vicksburg I met my amazing wife, Juli. We were married in 2016 and a few years later I became the proud dad to our daughter, Leona. In 2022, I was called to leave Mississippi behind to pastor Dover Baptist in Virginia. God willing, I hope to spend many fruitful years here.

What I Believe

  • God’s Word: The Bible is from God. It is divinely inspired, trustworthy, and sufficient in teaching all that one needs to know to receive salvation and faithfully follow Christ.
  • The Gospel: Jesus Christ, fully God and fully man, lived a sinless life, died for our sins, and rose again to offer salvation to all who believe. He has triumphed over the powers of sin and death, His eternal kingdom will never end, and those who place their faith in Him are free from condemnation, receiving the gift of everlasting life.
  • The Church: The church is both the local assembly of believers, united in worship, service, and spiritual growth within their community, and the universal church, encompassing all believers across every generation and nation.
  • Hope: Jesus will one day return to judge the world and the faithful will live eternally with him in victory.

I affirm The Apostle’s Creed, The Nicene Creed, The Chalcedonian Creed, The Athanasian Creed, and The Baptist Faith and Message 2000.

Beyond the Pulpit

When I’m not at the office, I cherish spending quality time with Juli and Leona—my greatest joys. I also enjoy attending local community events, exploring nearby parks, immersing myself in history, poetry, and literature. I enjoy writing, and savoring quiet moments where I reflect on God’s creation and draw inspiration.

Feel free to reach out—I’d love to connect!