JV Pender
Lead Pastor
Pastor JV Pender, along with his wife of seven years, Moriah, and their son, Easton, are honored to serve as the Lead Pastor of Mount Holly Church. Pastor JV and Moriah met while at Lee University in the spring of 2015. They got married in February of 2018, and welcomed Easton in January of 2024. Pastor JV's ministry journey spans over a decade of faithful service, including 11 years in youth ministry and 2 years in church planting before the Lord called him back to his hometown to shepherd Mount Holly.
Pastor JV is an ordained bishop in the Church of God and has served on multiple boards within the denomination, providing leadership, vision, and counsel to advance the mission of the church. His experience across different areas of ministry has equipped him with a unique perspective and a passionate commitment to raising up disciples, strengthening families, and reaching the next generation.
At the core of Pastor JV’s ministry is an unwavering dedication to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. His heart beats for transformation: seeing individuals, families, and the entire community changed by the saving power of Christ. He carries a deep burden for the lost, driven by the conviction that every soul matters to God. His vision is clear: to depopulate hell and populate heaven by pointing people to the life, hope, and redemption found only in Jesus.
Pastor JV believes the church should be a bridge, connecting generations, equipping believers, and reaching beyond its walls to impact the world. With a shepherd’s heart and a missional spirit, he is committed to leading Mount Holly into a new season of growth, unity, and revival.
Alongside serving with pastor JV, Moriah works as a licensed professional counselor. Moriah graduated with her masters in clinical mental health from Richmont Graduate University in 2020. She obtains a license in both Georgia and Florida as she proceeds to work with her clients virtually.
Outside of ministry, Pastor JV loves spending his free time playing golf, traveling the world, and enjoying life with his wife and son.
Pastor JV is an ordained bishop in the Church of God and has served on multiple boards within the denomination, providing leadership, vision, and counsel to advance the mission of the church. His experience across different areas of ministry has equipped him with a unique perspective and a passionate commitment to raising up disciples, strengthening families, and reaching the next generation.
At the core of Pastor JV’s ministry is an unwavering dedication to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. His heart beats for transformation: seeing individuals, families, and the entire community changed by the saving power of Christ. He carries a deep burden for the lost, driven by the conviction that every soul matters to God. His vision is clear: to depopulate hell and populate heaven by pointing people to the life, hope, and redemption found only in Jesus.
Pastor JV believes the church should be a bridge, connecting generations, equipping believers, and reaching beyond its walls to impact the world. With a shepherd’s heart and a missional spirit, he is committed to leading Mount Holly into a new season of growth, unity, and revival.
Alongside serving with pastor JV, Moriah works as a licensed professional counselor. Moriah graduated with her masters in clinical mental health from Richmont Graduate University in 2020. She obtains a license in both Georgia and Florida as she proceeds to work with her clients virtually.
Outside of ministry, Pastor JV loves spending his free time playing golf, traveling the world, and enjoying life with his wife and son.
Ingra saddler
Worship Leader
Ingra has been leading worship since 2009, bringing over two decades of ministry experience to her calling. Before stepping into local church leadership, she traveled full-time with her family for more than 20 years, sharing the gospel through music across the country.
Her greatest joy is helping people encounter the presence of God through worship. With a deep love for the Lord and a genuine heart for ministry, Ingra’s passion is to lead others into meaningful, Spirit-led worship that draws hearts closer to Him.
Her greatest joy is helping people encounter the presence of God through worship. With a deep love for the Lord and a genuine heart for ministry, Ingra’s passion is to lead others into meaningful, Spirit-led worship that draws hearts closer to Him.