OBA Staff

Our staff encourages partnership and fellowship among our churches as they minister to our local community... and beyond.

Our desire is for all of the OBA churches to thrive and grow as they express their love of Christ through service and ministry.

Eugene Strickland

Gene is the Director of Missions. He served churches in Mississippi and Florida before coming to the OBA. He earned his MDiv and DMin from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife Marsha have enjoyed their adventure in marriage 65 years.

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Wendy Goetzke

Wendy is the OBA Ministry Assistant ready to help with publications, promotions, and Operation Christmas Child questions. She also assists in planning and coordinating the Camp Okaloosa Summer Camp Program. If you have questions about camp or would like to about volunteer opportunities please let her know.

Always a smile to greet you and ready to serve.

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Marsha Strickland

Marsha is the OBA Records Secretary. She assists local churches is their SBC records information.

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