JJ Gibbs | Director of Youth Ministries & Director of Praise & Worship

JJ, born and raised in the small town of Lincolnton, NC, comes to the staff of First HP with joy and all the fun! A graduate of Gardner-Webb University with a BS in Music Composition, JJ has worked in youth and music ministries for several years and loves everything about the church. He is married to his best friend Christina Gibbs, who is the Executive Director at Mount Shepherd Retreat Center, and they have one daughter named Maylin. 

Favorite Food: BBQ

Favorite Hobbies: Disc Golf

Favorite Netflix Binge: The Blacklist

Go-to Spotify Playlist: Bluegrass or 80’s Rock & Soul

Favorite Part of My Role: Helping people connect with Christ through music and sharing fun trips with the youth!