Leadership

Pastors & Staff

Pastor Tisha Williams

Senior Pastor

Rev. Tisha Dixon-Williams, DPT
Pastor, Author, and Innovator
Reverend Tisha Dixon-Williams is a proud product of Brooklyn, NY. She currently serves as the Sr. Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Bridgehampton in Bridgehampton, NY. She is the first woman to be elected to the office in the 98-year history of the church. 
Pastor Tish is passionate about ministry and the work that God has called her to do. She has devoted her ministerial and professional careers to addressing the whole person as it relates to one’s spiritual and emotional well-being. 
She is currently studying at the prestigious Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University and studied Theology and Ministry at Princeton Theological Seminary. Pastor Williams was also conferred the Doctor of Practical Theology from Wayland Baptist Theological Seminary. In 2016, she became a Fellow of the Princeton Theological Seminary Black Theology and Leadership Institute and currently serves on the WIM (Women in Ministry) committee of Princeton Theological Seminary. She is also a Hampton University PRIME (Pastoral Renewal in Ministry Excellence) Fellow. 
As the creator and chief curator of Who’s That Lady? a global women’s ministry movement, she conducts and organizes in-depth bible studies, retreats and conferences that highlight women of The Bible. In July 2019, Rev. Williams in partnership with Restoring Hopes Ministries opened the Who’s That Lady? Academy for all Children a pre-school that educates and supports HIV positive children in Miwani, Kenya. 
In addition, her first book, “I See You, Sis: Inspirations from Heroic Women of the Bible Hidden in Plain Sight” was released in October of 2020 and debuted as an Amazon #1 Bestseller. Dr. Williams’ groundbreaking research and scholarship in practical ministry gave birth to “The Emotionally Intelligent Preacher”, “Send in The S.W.O.T.” and most recently, The Praxis Point which is scheduled to launch in January 2023. 
Dr. Williams serves on the General Conference Council of the Missionary Baptist Conference, USA, and on the Board of Regents for Wayland Baptist Theological Seminary. Pastor Tish passionately believes that her life is a true reflection of Matthew 6:33 “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
She resides in Bridgehampton, NY with her husband Deacon Larry Williams.

Chairman of Deacon Ministry - Lawrence Williams 

Digital Deacon Ministry

Lawrence Williams – Chairman, First Baptist Church of Bridgehampton Deacon Ministry
The term “Deacon” is synonymous with serving and ministering. Deacon Williams leads a group of Deacons who assist the Pastor in driving the spiritual duties of the church. Our mission statement is connecting, directing, and protecting the congregation. As an ordained officer, Deacon Williams helps to facilitate communion, baptism, bible classes, and prayer. Community outreach includes visiting the sick and shut-in, home visitation and evangelizing. 

Prof. Jeff Roberson

Minister of Music

Professor Jeff Roberson is a Grammy Nominated musician, song writer & Worship Leader. He has toured extensively throughout Nigeria, Switzerland, Japan and Germany. He is the founder of the NuLife Singers and LIGS record Label. Professor Roberson loves serving as Minister of Music at First Baptist Church, Bridgehampton, NY.

Minister Inga Williams

Asst. Musician/ Minister 

Psalms 34:1 I Will bless the LORD at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth.

Greetings in The name of our Lord Jesus Christ. My name is MIT Inga Williams and I serve as assistant to the music ministry. I am a Minister in Training and I serve as superintendent of the Sunday school ministry, Missionaries & Deaconess Committee. It is my absolute pleasure and duty to serve Gods people. With Joy and respect,  Inga

Eddie Dawson III

Director of Technical Services

As the Director of Technical Services, Eddie has the responsibility of weekly livestreams, audio mixing for FOH (front of house) & livestream broadcast. He also manages all IT, networking , VoIP and media/website services.