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Rob Jackson wrapped up his time as pastor of Central Church, Decatur, after more than 14 years on July 8. He is the new executive director of the Institute for Global Leadership at University of Mobile. During his time at Central, Jackson helped move the church to its current location. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Samford University in Birmingham and a master of divinity degree and doctorate from Southern Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. He and his wife, Tonya, have one child.
Rob Jackson wraps up time as pastor of Central Church
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