Stake Presidents
“Church members look to their stake president as the primary spiritual leader in the stake. He sets the spiritual tone for the stake by doing the Lord’s work “with holiness of heart” (Mosiah 18:12). He teaches and uplifts members after the example of the Savior… “A stake president is a faithful disciple and witness of Jesus Christ. He is true to his covenants. He is loyal to his wife and considerate of her. He sets an example of righteousness for his children, the stake, and the community… “The stake president helps members increase their spiritual strength. He teaches them to pray, study the scriptures, and prepare to make covenants as they receive the ordinances of salvation and exaltation… (General Handbook: Serving in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 5.1.1.1)
”Charles Atkinson 7 Jan 1996 – 27 Jun 1999
Robert E. Hill 27 Jun1999 – 6 Feb 2005
Melvin Miller 6 Feb 2005 – 8 Jun 2014
Michael P. Roberts 8 Jun 2014 – Current
Charles “Chip” Atkinson
January 1996 – 27 June 1999
When Charles Atkinson of Mojave, California received a civil service promotion/transfer from Edwards Air Force Base, California to Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, he was not expecting the events that would unfold…. “I thought my biggest challenge would be the change from managing an office of seven to managing an office of 30”, said Atkinson, 38, who is chief of the area audit office at Eglin.
Melvin Miller
6 February 2005 – 8 June 2014
Prior to his call as Stake President, President Miller served as Branch President of the Paxton Branch. Carlos Jones, Jr formerly served as Branch President of the Olive Branch, and Raul Campa was Stake Executive Secretary. These three men brought a great deal of wisdom, knowledge, and experience to our stake leadership and served for many years.
Robert E. Hill
27 June 1999 – 6 February 2005
During his time as Stake President, Robert Hill led with compassion and high expectations. He encouraged stake and ward/branch leaders to take commitments seriously, to follow the counsel of the First Presidency, and to help others along the path.
Michael Patrick Roberts
6 February 2005 – ∞
Called and sustained on 8 June 2014 as Stake President of the Fort Walton Beach Florida Stake. It became his responsibility to supervise eight congregations covering Okaloosa County and parts of Walton County, a responsibility he did not take lightly.