Tolbert begins 2nd term as president of National Baptist Convention of America International Local pastor Dr. Samuel Tolbert is entering into a second term as president of the National Baptist Convention of America International. (Source: Greater St. Mary Missionary Baptist Church) By KPLC Digital Team | March 9, 2021 at 5:26 PM CST - Updated March 9 at 5:26 PM
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Local pastor Dr. Samuel Tolbert is entering into a second term as president of the National Baptist Convention of America International.
Tolbert is the 15th president of the 3.5-million-member convention.
Tolbert was elected as president in 2014.
The National Baptist Convention of America International listed his accomplishments during his first term: