First Baptist Church of Galax
Staff & Leaders

Sam Bartlett

Sam Bartlett is native of Galax who came back “home” after spending twenty years in Kentucky and Florida as a pastor, church planter, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur. He received his BA from Asbury College and his M.Div from Asbury Theological Seminary. His is an author and a noted authority in the areas of team building, customer service, leadership, employee engagement, and managing conflict while implementing change. He has provided on-site training for companies such as AT&T, Rockwell, Black & Decker, Johnson & Johnson and has helped both churches and businesses accomplish their vision. Sam is an outdoor enthusiast, a horse trainer, and a community leader. His personal mission is to “liberate greatness”. He lives with Linda, his wife, and they are the proud parents of five children, and are blessed with one granddaughter.