Jacob Stroud joined Hermitage Hills Baptist Church in 2025 as the Discipleship Pastor with a passion for helping form genuine disciples of Christ. He desires to help others grow in their walk with Christ by taking their next step of obedience. Before coming to Hermitage Hills, Jacob served in NextGen ministry roles at other churches, gaining valuable experience guiding young believers. He and his wife, Abi, are blessed with four boys—Ellyot, Judah, Cannon, and Gryffin—and a dog named Roman. As a family, they love cheering on the Vols, enjoying ice cream, and having fun on game nights together.

Joined the staff in 2025.