Our Staff
Bobby Hutto
Senior Pastor
Pastor Bobby and his wife, Laura, have served at Marie Baptist since April 2001. Originally from Jesup, GA, Bobby is a graduate of Wayne County High School, Stetson University, and Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary. Laura, from Chiefland, FL, worked as a registered nurse before becoming a full-time mom. Married since 1993, they have eight children—Josh, Savannah, Jacob, Jordan, Olivia, Amelia, Melody, and Novah—and recently became grandparents to Stetson. Their family also includes three beloved dogs – one chiweenie and two dachshunds. Bobby enjoys preaching, disaster relief ministry, racquetball, fishing, hunting, and caring for their backyard bird sanctuary. Together, Bobby and Laura love serving the Lord, doing mission work, and spending time with their family, holding fast to the truth that ministry is not always easy, but God is always faithful.
Tel: 478-272-5372 | Mariechurchinfo@gmail.com
Bobby Jones
Education & Missions Minister
Bobby has served at Marie Baptist since May 2024. Originally from Wilkinson County, Bobby married his wife, Margie, in 1978. They have two children, Robbie and Maranda, both in ministry with their spouses, as well as six grandchildren and one great-grandson. Bobby has served in ministry since 1985, pastoring churches across Georgia and South Carolina before serving as Missions Strategist for the Laurens Baptist Association from 2007–2022. He has also ministered as a chaplain through Marketplace Chaplaincy. In 2020, Bobby underwent brain surgery after a cancer diagnosis and continues to give God glory for his healing and strength. He and Margie are grateful to call Marie Baptist their home church once again and count it a privilege to serve this congregation.
Dwight Hilton
Interim Student Leader
Dwight has been a dedicated volunteer serving our students since 2021. In January 2026, he stepped into the role of Interim Student Leader to ensure our students continue to have a steady, Christ-centered environment during this season of transition. Beyond his work with Marie Students, Dwight also teaches the Young Adult/Family Sunday School class.
By day, Dwight works as a forester, a career that reflects his love for the outdoors. When he isn’t managing timber or leading a lesson at church, you can find him bow hunting or spending quality time with his family. Dwight is married to our Children’s Director, Emma, and together they stay busy raising their three active children and serving the Marie community.
Emma Hilton
Kids' Director
Emma Hilton has served as Children’s Director at Marie Baptist since September 2023. Originally from High Point, NC, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and has six years of classroom teaching experience. She is currently pursuing a Certificate in Christian Ministry from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Emma is passionate about helping children grow in their love for Jesus and helping them see the relevance of the entire Bible in their lives today while equipping parents to disciple their kids at home. Her lifelong work with children has included teaching, nannying, babysitting, and volunteering in church ministries. She and her husband, Dwight, have three children—Nathan, Cassidy, and Eli. In her free time, Emma enjoys reading, crafting, and spending time with her family.
David Wilson
Music Minister
David Wilson has served at Marie Baptist since 2020 and brings decades of ministry and music experience. Born in Covington, GA, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from Brewton-Parker College, a Master’s in Church Music from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry in Religious Education. Over the years, he has served churches in Georgia and Louisiana, including Second Baptist Waycross, Gentilly Baptist New Orleans, Mulberry Baptist Houma, Arlington Baptist, and First Baptist Sylvania. David is also Professor of Worship and Church Music at Brewton-Parker Christian University. He is married to Sabrina, a Waycross native and ultrasound technician at Fairview Park Hospital. They have two children and three grandchildren.
