By CBF of Georgia
July 17, 2025— The Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Georgia (CBFGA) is proud to announce the unanimous confirmation of Ruth Perkins Lee as its next Executive Coordinator. After a thorough and prayerful search process, the Executive Coordinator Search Team — comprised of Caitlin Brown, Ron McClung, Bill Neal, Wendy Peacock, Matt Sapp and Sarah Timmerman —
recommended Ruth for this vital leadership role.
Ruth Perkins Lee brings to CBFGA a wealth of experience, spiritual depth and visionary leadership. With a background that spans both congregational and denominational ministry, Ruth has consistently impressed with her theological grounding, strategic thinking and unwavering love for the church. Her appointment marks a new chapter of encouragement, innovation and hope for the churches and individuals across Georgia connected to the CBFGA network.
“Ruth understands the challenges and opportunities our churches face today and will be a great encouragement to our congregations,” the Search Team shared. “She brings both energy and wisdom, paired with a joyful spirit rooted in her deep love for Jesus Christ and the local church.”
Ruth is no stranger to the CBF community. She previously served for nine years at CBF Global and most recently held the role of Project Director of the Ministry Collaboratory at Princeton Theological Seminary, a Lilly Endowment-funded initiative focused on young adult ministry innovation. She also served for a decade at First Baptist Church of Auburn, Alabama. Ruth is a graduate of Columbus State University (B.A., Psychology) and Mercer University’s McAfee School of Theology (M.Div.).
A Georgia native raised in Columbus and a long-time advocate for vibrant local church ministry, Ruth now lives in the Atlanta area with her husband, Scott, a hospital chaplain, and their two daughters, Dora and Abby Kate. They are active members of Smoke Rise Baptist Church, where Ruth teaches adult Sunday School and volunteers with the youth.
Please join us in welcoming Ruth Perkins Lee to her new role as Executive Coordinator of CBF of Georgia. We invite your prayers and support as we look forward to a hopeful and Spirit-led future together.
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