STATE LEADERSHIP
TIMOTHY M. HILL
State Administrative Bishop
Bishop Tim Hill, currently is serving as the Administrative Bishop of Tennessee. Prior to that appointment he served as general overseer for the Church of God, where he led the international ministries of more than 8.3 million members, and nearly 42,000 churches in 192 countries and territories worldwide.
A graduate of Lee University, and Pentecostal Theological Seminary, he additionally received a Master of Arts in Church Ministries from the seminary. Hill previously served as a member of the Executive Committee of the denomination, holding various positions, and was director of Church of God World Missions.
Bishop Hill is the author of many books: Beyond the Mist, Church Planting America, The Holy Spirit, The Amos Paradigm, Life in the Exit Row, Finish Commitment, The Essential Alignment of Priorities, Paradigms and Purpose, Now, Listen to me Church, Furnace Grace, and Pentecost Again, Other writings include eight books of sermons and 150 gospel songs. Many of his songs have been recorded by the nation’s top gospel musicians, choirs, and contemporary and traditional artists. Hill has traveled extensively throughout the United States and around the world, ministering in denominational and interdenominational conventions, camp meetings, and conferences.
Bishop Hill is married to Paula, and they have three daughters and five grandchildren.
PAULA HILL
State Women’s Ministries Director
Paula Hill is the wife of Timothy M. Hill, former general overseer for Church of God International Offices. They have three daughters, Melinda, Brittany, and Tara, and five grandchildren: Timothy Brayden, Hailey Taylor, Lucas Reid Maness, Jaxon River, and Jameson Hill Sharpe.
Paula has most recently served as the International Women's Director for Church of God International Offices, Women's Ministries. Her experience is vast, having served as the World Missions Coordinator, also served on the Church of God Women's Ministries Advisory Committee from 2004 - 2024, and as the state president for Women's Ministries in Oklahoma and Southern Ohio.
In addition, Paula served alongside her husband as a pastor's wife in Keller, Texas, and Danville, Virginia. Paula has written three devotional books: "Heart Songs, A Devotional Journal for Women; Grace Notes from a Singing Heart; and Pot Holes, Stinky Stuff, and Thin Blankets." She has also spoken at many conventions, camp meetings, and conferences.
Paula is excited for the opportunity to lead and serve the Women's Ministries in Tennessee.
SCOTT HAGER
Youth and Discipleship Director
Scott served as the State Youth and Discipleship Director of the Church of God in South Carolina and had served in this ministry role since 2016. Scott is married to Melissa Hager (over 19 years) and has two children, Nolan and Brinkley. Being a husband and a father is the highlight of his life. The Hager’s have served as District Overseer, Pastor, and Youth Pastor in South Carolina. He has served on the SC State Council, Youth Board, and the SC Home for Children Board of Directors. He currently serves on the International Youth and Discipleship Board as well as on many boards and committees in the Church of God.
Scott has a Bachelor's degree from Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee, a Master’s degree, and is currently working on a Doctor of Ministry degree from the Pentecostal Theological Seminary also in Cleveland, Tennessee.
Scott loves hunting, fishing, and is a die-hard Tennessee Vols fan!
MELISSA HAGER
Girls Ministries Coordinator
Melissa served as the State Girls Ministries Coordinator of the Church of God in South Carolina and had served in this ministry role since 2016. Melissa is married to Scott Hager (over 19 years) and has two children, Nolan and Brinkley. The Hager’s have served as District Overseer, Pastor, and Youth Pastors in South Carolina.
JIMMIE L. TALLEY
State Ministries Director
Bishop Talley is no stranger to the ministers in Tennessee. He has faithfully served in the positions of Lead Pastor, Youth Pastor, Associate Pastor, and District Overseer, as well as been elected by the ministers to serve on the State Youth Board and State Council for Tennessee for consecutive terms, and has served on numerous appointed boards. Having been on the MIP Board for over a decade, Bishop Talley is passionate about training and mentoring young ministry leaders. He has also worked as Program Counselor and as a Child and Adolescent Specialist at two psychiatric hospitals.
He holds a Master of Divinity with a concentration in Family and Marriage Counseling from the Pentecostal Theological Seminary and has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Lee University.
The Talley’s have always approached ministry as a shared adventure. Bishop Talley and his wife, Renee, have been married more than 30 years. Renee is an Ordained Minister in the Church of God, an anointed preacher, and a passionate worship leader. Their daughter, Hannah, and her husband, Dylan, are youth leaders in their local church. Their son, Noah, plays trombone and sings in his church choir. Reverends Jimmie and Renee Talley are well-known and loved in Tennessee and throughout the denomination. They are indeed servants of the Lord and are excited to have the opportunity to assist ministers and churches in any way possible.