Dr. Carlos L. Kelly
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Pastor, Dr. Carlos L. Kelly is the senior pastor of Beulahland Bible Church in Middle Georgia. He was born the fourth of five sons to the late Rev. Don A. Kelly and Jewelene Kelly in Little Rock, Arkansas. He accepted Christ at an early age and was called to preach September 13, 1997. Pastor Kelly earned his Bachelors of Science degree in Criminal Justice and his Masters of Education in Sociology from Delta State University in Cleveland, MS; a Master of Divinity degree from Southwestern Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, TX and a Doctor of Ministry in Leadership degree from Memphis Theological Seminary in Memphis, TN.
In 1999, at the age of 24, Rev. Kelly accepted his first pastorate at New Hope Baptist Church in North Little Rock, Arkansas where he served as Senior Pastor for 15 years. Following in the footsteps of his grandfather, the late Rev. L. B. Kelly, and father, the late Rev. Don A. Kelly, he became the third generation to serve as pastor of New Hope. On January 16, 2007, God enlarged Pastor Kelly’s vision as he led New Hope in a new direction to Conway, Arkansas, making New Hope one church that meets in two locations. On December 7, 2014, God reassigned Pastor Kelly to Middle Georgia, and he accepted the call to become the fifth pastor of Beulahland Bible Church. Pastor Kelly has been anointed by God to preach and teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. His personal ministry aims at reaching people where they are and helping them overcome their struggles through the practical teaching of God’s Word. He desires that all will be saved to live a transformed life in Christ.
In 1999, at the age of 24, Rev. Kelly accepted his first pastorate at New Hope Baptist Church in North Little Rock, Arkansas where he served as Senior Pastor for 15 years. Following in the footsteps of his grandfather, the late Rev. L. B. Kelly, and father, the late Rev. Don A. Kelly, he became the third generation to serve as pastor of New Hope. On January 16, 2007, God enlarged Pastor Kelly’s vision as he led New Hope in a new direction to Conway, Arkansas, making New Hope one church that meets in two locations. On December 7, 2014, God reassigned Pastor Kelly to Middle Georgia, and he accepted the call to become the fifth pastor of Beulahland Bible Church. Pastor Kelly has been anointed by God to preach and teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. His personal ministry aims at reaching people where they are and helping them overcome their struggles through the practical teaching of God’s Word. He desires that all will be saved to live a transformed life in Christ.
Mrs. Letitia Kelly
Mrs. Letitia Kelly is a lover of Christ, lifelong-learner and servant-leader. She was born the youngest of three children to the late Arvis Harper, Sr. and the late Catherine Harper in Little Rock, Arkansas. She accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior at a young age and has served him ever since. Mrs. Kelly earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology (Minor in Psychology and Chemistry) from Delta State University in Cleveland, Mississippi, Master of Arts in Teaching (Middle School Education) from Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas, and is currently pursuing her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling/Marriage and Family from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Mrs. Kelly is a former educator. She taught middle school Science in the North Little Rock School District in North Little Rock, AR, for over 10 years before she and her family moved to Middle Georgia. She currently serves as Director of Women at Beulahland Bible Church, where her husband, Dr. Carlos Kelly, is the Senior Pastor. Guided by her faith, she is committed to encouraging and empowering women through discipleship, fellowship and spiritual growth development. She has also served as a Small Group facilitator and in outreach endeavors on behalf of Beulahland Bible Church.
Mrs. Kelly serves on the Advisory Team for Daybreak Day Shelter of Dupaul U.S.A. in Macon, GA. Along with serving on this board, she volunteers at the center many weeks throughout the year. Passionate about building bridges between the church and the community, she actively engages in outreach initiatives that extend Christ’s love beyond the walls of the church. She is a strong advocate for those who are unsheltered, working to bring hope, resources, and dignity to our brothers and sisters in need. Mrs. Kelly is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., where she continues her service to all mankind.
Known for her compassion, leadership and dedication to service, Mrs. Kelly strives daily to live out the Gospel by sharing it with the lost, serving others and uplifting her family, church and community. Her life’s scripture is Jeremiah 29:11 (NLT)- “For I know the plans I have for you,’ says the Lord. ‘They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.’” She loves her family immensely, enjoys reading and traveling around the world.
Mrs. Kelly and her husband, Dr. Carlos Kelly, have been married over 30 years, and they have two adult sons, Jalen and Caleb.
Mrs. Kelly is a former educator. She taught middle school Science in the North Little Rock School District in North Little Rock, AR, for over 10 years before she and her family moved to Middle Georgia. She currently serves as Director of Women at Beulahland Bible Church, where her husband, Dr. Carlos Kelly, is the Senior Pastor. Guided by her faith, she is committed to encouraging and empowering women through discipleship, fellowship and spiritual growth development. She has also served as a Small Group facilitator and in outreach endeavors on behalf of Beulahland Bible Church.
Mrs. Kelly serves on the Advisory Team for Daybreak Day Shelter of Dupaul U.S.A. in Macon, GA. Along with serving on this board, she volunteers at the center many weeks throughout the year. Passionate about building bridges between the church and the community, she actively engages in outreach initiatives that extend Christ’s love beyond the walls of the church. She is a strong advocate for those who are unsheltered, working to bring hope, resources, and dignity to our brothers and sisters in need. Mrs. Kelly is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., where she continues her service to all mankind.
Known for her compassion, leadership and dedication to service, Mrs. Kelly strives daily to live out the Gospel by sharing it with the lost, serving others and uplifting her family, church and community. Her life’s scripture is Jeremiah 29:11 (NLT)- “For I know the plans I have for you,’ says the Lord. ‘They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.’” She loves her family immensely, enjoys reading and traveling around the world.
Mrs. Kelly and her husband, Dr. Carlos Kelly, have been married over 30 years, and they have two adult sons, Jalen and Caleb.