Staff
Rev. Dale Byrd – Pastor
Pastor Dale joined the Double Springs Church family in April 2024. Prior to that, he pastored 9+ years after 20+ years of youth ministry. Dale loves the Lord, loves people, and does not want one person to miss out on eternity with Jesus. A transparent pastor, who preaches the word of God in a simple straight forward way that everyone can understand, he is a servant-leader who sincerely cares about others and desires to be a blessing. Loving kids of all ages, he makes special efforts to connect with them.
His dearest partners in ministry are his wife Linda and their children: Lydia and son-in- law Julian, who live locally and are active in the ministry at their church; Hannah, a nurse at ECU Health in Greenville, N.C., who is active in ministry in her church and community; and Caleb, who graduated high school in May 2024 and currently lives at home and is active in church and often uses his talents serving the Lord
Dale loves and cherishes his wife and often says he “out punted his coverage” when he speaks of her. Linda is a gifted nurse, a committed and loving wife and mother, and a faithful servant of the Lord Jesus Christ. The couple, along with the kids, enjoy when they get to serve the Lord together and have fun doing it.
Are you new? Read the welcome message from Pastor Dale.
Rev. Reese Palmeri – Youth and Children Minister
Reese Palmeri was hired in December 2020, and serves as the youth and children’s minister at Double Springs. Reese has developed a strong program for our youth and children and says “I have loved every moment of it.” He strives to establish relationships with the children, youth, and their parents. His goal is to empower the next generation of believers by helping them develop and grow their faith and have a deeper relationship with God. Reese is responsible for scheduling special events such as camps, conferences, Vacation Bible School, mission trips, retreats, and sporting events with other churches.
Reese is a graduate of North Greenville University with a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry. He and his wife Mara reside in Cleveland County.
Stephen Sain – Minister of Music
Stephen is a graduate of Gardner-Webb University’s School of Music and holds a Master of Divinity in Christian Education from Gardner-Webb’s School of Divinity. Having served numerous churches for more than 40 years, Stephen is deeply committed to serving the Lord through church music. Stephen leads or works with the various music ministries at Double Springs including adult choir, adult handbells, children’s choirs, contemporary worship team, and other small groups.
Kali Brooks – Administrative Assistant
Kali Brooks joined the Double Springs staff in January of 2019 helping in the office. She officially began her current position of administrative assistant in 2021. Kali grew up in the Lattimore area and began attending Double Springs in 2008 as a visitor of her, now, husband Tyler. Together they love to go camping and spend time with family and friends. Kali loves serving the Lord at DSBC!
Mary Parker – Pianist
Growing up at Double Springs, Mary became a part of the music ministry as a child but felt God’s calling to use her love of piano to share God’s glory through the worship services. She serves as accompanist for congregational singing, adult choir, ensemble, and other special needs.
Faye Gantt – Organist
Faye worships through music as she shares inspiration through the keys, stops, and pedals on the organ. She grew up at Double Springs Church, which sponsored some of her early organ lessons. “I’ll praise the Lord through music as long as I am able,” she says. Faye and Mary share a special bond in their abilities to play well together and to provide beautiful music for the worship of God.
Rick Toms – Custodian
Rick also grew up at Double Springs and is a long-time member. He currently serves as the custodian and enjoys being a member of the Double Springs history committee.