BIO

Rev. Roy V. Elliott Jr. is a dedicated servant of God, currently in his 21st year of preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He has faithfully served as the Senior Pastor of Liberty Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas, for the past six years.

Born to Roy Elliott Sr. and Bernice Graham Elliott, Rev. Elliott is the eldest of five siblings. 

A proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, he served his country honorably and carries the discipline, leadership, and commitment from his military service into his ministry.

Rev. Elliott is a lifelong learner and strong advocate for Christian Education. He was part of the first graduating class of Parkview Fine Arts Magnet High School in the Little Rock School District.

He later earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Philander Smith College and a Master of Arts degree from Webster University.

His passion for theological growth has led him to continue his education through Andersonville Theological Seminary, and he avidly pursues Christian education through the National Baptist Congress and the Sunday School Publishing Board.

Rev. Elliott is a respected leader within the Christian community, serving as the State Dean of the Congress of Christian Education of the Consolidated Missionary Baptist State Convention (CMBSC).

He also contributes on a national level as a member of the Board of Directors of the National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc.

Rev. Elliott is blessed with a steadfast and supportive wife, Zandra Jointer Elliott, to whom he has been married for 34 years.

Together, they are the proud parents of four daughters: Deona, Patricia, Mia, and Marshae, and the joyful grandparents of three grandchildren.

As the newly elected Moderator of the Union District Baptist Association, Rev. Elliott is committed to leading with integrity, transparency, and a vision to strengthen churches, communities, and mission efforts both locally and globally. 

With a heart for service and a steadfast reliance on God, he seeks to inspire others to grow in faith, unity, and purpose for the Glory of God