Nelson
Roth, Jr. - Pastor, Husband, Father, and Grandfather
Nelson Roth is no stranger to ministry. For over thirty-five
years he has been encouraging others to reach their full potential
as a devoted follower of Christ. Being relevant
in ministry defines his ministry style. Nelson has been the
pastor at Gulfhaven since May of 2004.
Nelson is a student of the Bible and a gifted
speaker and teacher with a message of hope
and restoration. Nelson has a genuine love for people and
the ministry.
Nelson has a Graduate of Theology Degree and a Bachelor of Arts
Degree in Ministry and has served in associate and lead pastor
roles in congregations in Missouri, Florida, and Illinois prior
to coming to Gulfport, Mississippi.
Nelson has written Nehemiah
Response a book about his Hurricane
Katrina recovery experiences. The book helps churches prepare
for and respond to potential emergencies as well as helping individuals
make it through a crisis. The book is scheduled for release late
September, early October 2009.
Following Hurricane Katrina, Nelson founded Relevant
Ministry. It's purpose is
to help meet spiritual needs post-Katrina along the Gulf Coast.
Nelson and his wife Pam have been married over forty years.
They have three children and eight
grandchildren (six boys and two
girls)
from the ages of one to nineteen years.
When Nelson is not working or studying, he enjoys quality time
with Pam and his family, gardening, and traveling. He also enjoys
fishin' and
kayakin' with his grandchildren while you will often find Pam
behind a camera taking pictures.
