United in biblical truth. Diverse in gift and perspective.
For many people, church means hearing from one pastor week after week. At Brown Baptist, we are blessed with a dynamic Preaching & Teaching Team that provides our congregation with multiple perspectives on God’s Word while remaining united in biblical truth and sound doctrine.
Our team is committed to helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ through relevant, practical, and life-changing teaching. Each pastor brings unique experiences, insights, and gifts to the pulpit, helping us see Scripture through fresh lenses while making God’s truth understandable and applicable to everyday life.
Whether preaching on Sunday mornings, teaching Bible studies, or leading discipleship opportunities, our pastors are passionate about equipping believers to live out their faith with confidence, purpose, and spiritual maturity.
Meet the pastors who serve Brown.
Dr. Bartholomew Orr
Shepherding Brown since 1989.
Dr. Bartholomew Orr is the Senior Pastor of Brown Missionary Baptist Church. Pastor Orr has served in this capacity since January 25, 1989. Under his leadership, the church has experienced tremendous growth, spiritually and numerically. Despite a large church setting, Pastor Orr works diligently to ensure that Brown maintains a "family-like" atmosphere. He is accessible to every member of his congregation and every member takes pride in receiving a yearly birthday call from their pastor.
He is also committed to serving our community, and is currently serving on the boards of Baptist Memorial Hospital and Memphis Police Department Community Advisory Board. He leads Mid-South Genesis Community Development Corporation, an organization committed to improving the community of Memphis through building stronger families and economic development.
Pastor Orr received his Doctorate Degree in Ministry from Union University. He has always used his passion for education to train and empower other ministers. A humble and honorable man, Pastor Orr has had the opportunity to share the gospel with diverse audiences around the world. Pastor Orr is married to his lovely wife Valarie, his best friend of over 30 years. They have been blessed with four sons, Bartholomew II, Valiant Bates, Bradford and Brandon.
Pastor Derrick Anderson
Thought leader. Mentor. Servant.
Derrick Anderson is a thought leader, mentor, entrepreneur, and servant leader. Derrick has established a footprint in both the religious sector and the marketplace. Derrick was born December 10, 1984, and is the youngest son of William and Brenda Anderson. He is a proud 2003 Graduate of Whitehaven High School. While at Whitehaven, he served in numerous leadership positions.
Derrick Anderson is a graduate of Union University. He studied Organizational Leadership and Biblical Studies. He served in various leadership roles at Union including Student Government, Student Senate, Executive Council member, and co-founder of Common Ground (minority organization). He holds the prestigious title of serving as the first African American male Ambassador for the University. In Jackson, Tennessee, Derrick served as a mentor for urban youth through Evangelical Community Church. Derrick Anderson completed his Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership at Luther Rice University in Lithonia, Georgia. Derrick is a member of Omega Psi Phi Incorporated.
Derrick passionately serves as the Executive Pastor/Chief of Staff at Brown Missionary Baptist Church. He is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the church, including administration and staffing. Derrick served as sole Owner/President of Signal Security Service in Jackson, MS, and Co-Owner of Safeguard Consults LLC. Additionally, Derrick serves as a volunteer with the Shelby County Sheriff Department as a Chief Inspector of the Reserve Special Response Unit, Special Events, & Firearms Training Unit. Derrick is a board member of the Genesis Foundation CDC and has served on the City of Memphis Mayoral Clergy Advisory Committee. Derrick is married to his lovely wife Andrea and they have been blessed with one daughter, Morgan.
Pastor Joshua Forbes
Aligning every ministry around the mission.
Bio coming soon.
Dr. Derek Williams
Caring for the Brown family. Serving beyond our walls.
Bio coming soon.
William "Kevin" Smith
Raising up the next generation.
Bio coming soon.
Pastor Floyd Lee III
"It’s Bigger Than Me."
Pastor Floyd Lee III is a native of Greenville, MS. Pastor Floyd graduated with a bachelor degree from Mississippi State in Sports Business. Floyd is gratefully married to his high school sweetheart Whitney Lee and they have been blessed with two handsome sons named King and Kross. He is known for his music background also known as Tre Lee.
He serves as the PIVOT Young Adult Pastor at Brown Baptist. He began his first ministry assignment working as a domestic missionary in coordination with the Binghampton Community Church while attending seminary school. He eventually was ordained and licensed at Brown Baptist under the leadership of Pastor Bartholomew Orr.
Floyd is a devoted mental health advocate and has launched awareness through him and his wife’s Honesty Brings Healing Campaign. He has coined the phrase "It’s Bigger Than Me" as his motto for how God is using him.
Pastor Filipe Comin
Preaching, discipleship, and a heart for the nations.
Filipe Comin is a 21-year-old Brazilian who has a passion for preaching and discipleship. He graduated from Central Baptist School and is currently a junior at Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary and College, where he is deepening his theological studies and preparing for a life of service in God’s kingdom.
Filipe serves as Associate Pastor at Brown Missionary Baptist Church and a leader and preacher at Brown Baptist Brazil, a Brazilian church plant of Brown Missionary Baptist Church. His calling is to share the Gospel, equip believers, and serve the community with biblical truth and love. He is committed to growing in his faith and helping others encounter Christ through preaching and ministry.