Pastors Steve & Willene Dobbs
Early Life and Call to Ministry
Born and raised in a Pentecostal faith tradition, Steve Dobbs answered the call to preach the Gospel at just eighteen years old. His early ministry was characterized by an intense hunger for revival and a deep conviction to see lives changed by the power of Jesus Christ.
Global Ministry and Experience
Over the decades, Pastor Steve Dobbs has preached in more than 10,000 services across the United States and in over 50 nations, sharing the message of salvation, healing, and spiritual renewal. His preaching style blends Biblical authority with heartfelt compassion, reaching people of all backgrounds.
Leadership at Paxon Revival Center Church
Following in the footsteps of his father, Founder Pastor Jimmie Dobbs, Steve Dobbs stepped into senior leadership at Paxon Revival Center Church, located at 5461 Commonwealth Avenue in Jacksonville, Florida. Under his direction — alongside First Lady Willene Dobbs — the church continues its long tradition of tent revivals, camp meetings, and Spirit-filled worship services that draw people from across the Southeast and beyond.
The church’s massive 5,000-seat auditorium, built during his tenure, stands as a testament to Paxon Revival Center Church’s growth and outreach vision. Weekly services include Sunday morning and evening worship, Wednesday night teaching, and Friday morning “Miracle Services,” reflecting his ongoing emphasis on faith, prayer, and miracles.
Vision and Ministry Focus
Pastor Steve Dobbs’ ministry centers on three priorities:
- Revival — igniting passion for God through preaching, prayer, and renewal.
- Missions — sending the Gospel beyond local walls into the world.
- Discipleship — raising up the next generation of ministers and believers.
His commitment to revival extends to the church’s annual Tent Revivals, Camp Meetings, and Foreign Missions, which celebrate the enduring impact of Paxon Revival Center Church’s ministry since 1962.
Family and Legacy
Steve and Willene Dobbs have been married for more than 50 years. Together, they continue to shepherd the Paxon Revival Center Church family with love and steadfast dedication. Their ministry blends family warmth with global vision — honoring the past while reaching toward a Spirit-filled future.