WELCOME TO BRRBC
Meet Our Pastor
Welcome to Beaver Ruin Road Baptist Church. We are a family devoted to loving people to Jesus Christ. Join us as we explore our spiritual journeys, visions for the community, and the shared values that make our church a home for everyone in Norcross. We are delighted to have you here.
Meet The Pastor
Dr. Ken L. Ellis is the Pastor of Beaver Ruin Road Baptist Church in Norcross, Georgia. He is a passionate preacher and teacher who is deeply committed to the Great Commission, faithfully carrying out Christ's mandate to "go and make disciples" throughout the world.
In addition to his pastoral ministry, Dr. Ellis serves as the Director of Chaplaincy Services for the Georgia Department of Corrections and as an Associate Professor of Christian Ministry at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.
Born in Eustis, Florida, and raised in Winter Haven, Dr. Ellis was an outstanding high school basketball player. His athletic achievements earned him a four-year basketball scholarship to Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies with a minor in Business Administration. He later received a Master of Divinity degree in 1986 and a Doctor of Ministry degree in 2005 from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky.
Dr. Ellis has traveled extensively, sharing the Gospel and serving in ministry throughout Africa, England, Switzerland, Germany, Hawaii, Canada, and numerous cities across the United States.
Throughout his ministry, Dr. Ellis has faithfully served in a variety of leadership roles, including:
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Team Leader for People Group Evangelism and Associate Director of Institutional Chaplaincy, North American Mission Board
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Regional Chaplaincy Administrator, Southwest Region, Federal Bureau of Prisons
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Senior Chaplain, Federal Bureau of Prisons
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Pastor, First Baptist Church, Burnham, Illinois
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Associate Pastor and Minister of Education, Faith Tabernacle Baptist Church, Chicago, Illinois
He has also served on numerous committees and study groups focused on cultural diversity, criminal justice, chaplaincy, and men's ministry. Currently, Dr. Ellis serves on the Georgia Governor's Office of Transition and Reentry Committee and partners with several community organizations throughout the Norcross area.
When he is not serving in ministry, Dr. Ellis enjoys sports, technology, and reading.
Dr. Ellis is married to the former Ms. Penny Hildreth, and together they are the proud parents of four children: Imani, Nailah, Aisha, and Emmanuel.
For more information or to contact Pastor Ellis, email PastorEllis@BeaverRuinBaptist.org.
Vision and Values
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Biblical Foundation
We hold to the unwavering truth of Scripture as our ultimate guide for faith and practice, grounding every ministry in biblical wisdom.
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Inclusive Fellowship
Mirroring God's love, we strive to be a welcoming family where every soul finds belonging and support on their spiritual journey.
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Spiritual Growth
Our vision is to transform lives through discipleship, nurturing a deeper relationship with Christ within our vibrant Norcross community.
"Our mission is to love people to Jesus Christ, building a legacy of faith that impacts generations to come."
Pastor Ken and Minister Penny Ellis
Beyond the Pulpit
When Kenneth isn't leading our congregation, you'll likely find him exploring the trails of Georgia or enjoying a quiet evening at home with his wife and three children. A lifelong seeker of beauty in the everyday, he finds spiritual renewal in music, gardening, and the simple joy of a shared meal. These moments of connection fuel his passion for building a church that feels like home for everyone.