PASTOR 
​Rev. Dr. Timothy A. Osment   

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Born and raised in Gaffney, SC...
​Pastor Osment, with Magna Cum Laude recognition, graduated from Anderson College in 1985 with an Associate of Arts in Economics Degree. In 1987, he graduated from Clemson University with a Bachelor of Science in Economics. He served as a State Auditor for the state of Georgia and South Carolina before entering nursing home management. He followed this path until 2000 when he entered seminary. In 2002, he received a Master of Divinity Degree from the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary. In 2003, Osment was ordained and installed as a Minister of the Word and Sacrament in Peaks Presbytery located in Southwest Virginia. He served the Glasgow Presbyterian Church before accepting the call to the First Presbyterian Church in Loris in August of 2006. In May of 2008, he was rewarded with a Doctor of Ministry Degree from the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary.
With his experience, Osment leads his congregation with the Word of God as the cornerstone for all he teaches. The goal of creating disciples for Jesus motivates him to equip all with the abilities necessary to serve and evangelize. Having the support of his wife Jane and two kids, Callie and Daniel, he guides others on a path that ultimately puts Jesus first.
PIANIST/ ORGANIST
​Dr. Matthew Gore
SECRETARY
Mrs. Carrie King
Carrie King was born and raised in Hickory, NC.  She moved to the Loris area in 2004 searching for identity after the  tragic loss of her son in 2003.  After much running, by her & God, she has found purpose and passion serving God and the people of Loris with her abilities and talents.  
"The Lord continues to bless me and use me.  He has given me a beautiful family and the most loving church family here at LFPC.  My life is joyfully being poured out like a drink offering to serve Jesus because He has given everything for me."