Rev. Dr. Jarvis A. Ellis, Sr.

Senior Pastor-Elect

Rev. Dr. Jarvis A. Ellis Sr. was born in Atlanta, Georgia but relocated shortly after with

his family to Macon, Georgia. Dr. Ellis accepted Christ at an early age and accepted his

“call to the ministry” while a sophomore in high school. Dr. Ellis knowing that a “call to

ministry” was also a call to prepare himself educationally for fulltime ministry. Dr. Ellis

holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religion from Paine College in Augusta, Georgia, a

Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling & Theological Studies from Trevecca Nazarene

University in Nashville, Tennessee, a Pastoral Leadership Cohort Certificate from

Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and a Doctor of Ministry degree from

United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio. Presently Dr. Ellis serves as the Senior

Pastor/Teacher of the 2300-member congregation of Salem Baptist Church in Omaha,

Nebraska. Prior to his kingdom and legacy assignment at Salem, Dr. Ellis faithfully

served congregations in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Dayton, Ohio.

And because of Dr. Ellis’ anointed, innovative and transformative leadership, all

churches experienced astronomical growth spiritually, financially and numerically. Dr.

Ellis is a lifelong and diehard Atlanta Falcons fan and fraternally, a proud member of

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated. Although Pastor Ellis is a man who loves God,

ministry and his community, his greatest achievement is his family. Pastor Ellis is

blessed to share each day of his life with his beautiful wife, best friend, and high school

sweetheart, Malloree and together they are the proud parents of one son, Jarvis Armard

Ellis II. Together they serve in ministry and currently live in Omaha, Nebraska. For all

the above, Pastor Ellis gives God complete glory!

Our Staff

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    Ananias Montague

    Minister of Music and Fine Arts

    Ananias “Markey” Montague, a native of Chicago, Illinois, has established himself as a renowned collaborator with esteemed musicians such as Michael McDonald, David Foster, Richard Smallwood, Ricky Dillard, Kim McFarland, and Lyle Lovett and more.. His compositions have been featured in various publications, including GMWA, the National Convention of Gospel Choirs, and Choruses and Music and Arts Convention. Notably, he has embarked on numerous European tours, utilizing music as a powerful medium to convey the Gospel and express his deep reverence for both music and God. Presently, Ananias is pursuing a dual Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Biblical Studies, guided by the principle of “authenticity in all endeavors.”

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    Rev. Brandon Whitaker

    Youth and Young Adult Pastor

    Minister Whitaker, passionate about teaching and discipling youth and adults, aims to help them develop a Christ-centered worldview that influences their lives. He holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan and an M.A. in Theological Studies from Grace University. With over 15 years of ministry experience, he mentors and counsels youth and adults in theology and academics. He’s served as a young adult small group teacher, youth pastor, and adjunct faculty instructor at Grace University, teaching a class on work and faith integration. Married to Da’Quisha Whitaker, they are parents of two sons, Brandon Isaac Whitaker II (“Duce”) and Elisha Nathaniel Whitaker.

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    Bryan Mattox

    Operations Manager

    Bryan Mattox, a native of Omaha, NE, was baptized in Salem Baptist Church by Reverend J.C. Wade. He attended Northwest High School, joined the US Army, and lived in various cities. Bryan’s love for Omaha led him to return, earning a bachelor’s degree in IT Project Management. He pursued a master’s degree in Contextual Leadership and is devoted to his wife, Jerryce. Bryan actively participates in churches and volunteers his time and talents. His favorite scripture is Psalm 27: “The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”

  • Effie Cloy

    Office Administrator

    Effie Cloy, a native of Jackson, MS, has blended academic training in education and business with hands-on experience in sales, management, and operations support. Effie attended Paul Quinn College in Dallas, TX where she received her bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Education EC-6. Effie is the proud mother of one son, Clark. During her spare time, she volunteers at schools in her community, wherever needed. She has a love for crafting and traveling. A “woman of integrity” in the Bible is someone who lives a life characterized by moral strength, honesty, and trustworthiness, and this is what Effie models her life after.

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    Ron Coleman

    Director of Media

    Ron Coleman, a native of Omaha, Nebraska, has over three decades of experience in the Information Technology industry. Additionally, Ron possesses extensive expertise in photography and video production, having served as a professional photographer for more than fifteen years. He holds an Associate’s degree in Electronics Engineering Technology and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Information Systems from Bellevue University. He is an avid family man and enjoys traveling. He is married to his lifelong high school sweetheart and wife, Dr. Angela Felton-Coleman.